Bisq 2

Exchanges

Bisq 2 is the next-generation version of the Bisq decentralized Bitcoin exchange, rebuilt from the ground up with an improved architecture and user experience. Like its predecessor, Bisq 2 is peer-to-peer, open-source, and requires no registration or identity verification. It supports multiple trade protocols including the Bisq Easy protocol for newcomers and submarine swaps for advanced users. Bisq 2 runs as a desktop application over the Tor network.

Details

P2p: Yes
Fees: ~0.1-0.25% P2P
Type: P2P exchange
Fee Model: P2P decentralized exchange
Maker Fee: ~0.1%
Taker Fee: ~0.25%
Tor Native: Yes
Open Source: Yes
Bitcoin Only: Yes
Founded Year: 2023
Headquarters: Decentralized / Open Source DAO
Kyc Required: No
Trading Fees: ~0.1% maker / ~0.25% taker (paid in BSQ or BTC)
Trading Type: P2P spot
Decentralized: Yes
Payment Methods: Bank transfer, cash, Revolut, many others
Lightning Support: Yes

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