Kraken Eliminates Bitcoin Withdrawal Fees: What You Need to Know
Big news for Bitcoin users! Kraken, a major United States-based cryptocurrency exchange, has responded to the ever-changing landscape of Bitcoin transactions by eliminating Bitcoin withdrawal fees. This is a significant change from their previous policy where, according to data, Kraken charged fees for Bitcoin withdrawals, previously stating, "There is a minimum requirement for each withdrawal, along with a fee to cover the transaction costs of moving the cryptocurrency out of your Kraken account."
Kraken quietly lowered its bitcoin withdrawal fee from 0.0005 BTC to 0 BTC at some point. Given that 0.0005 BTC is now worth a noticeable sum, this is a welcome change for users transferring Bitcoin from their Kraken accounts. Previously, a withdrawal involved a fee to cover the transaction costs associated with moving cryptocurrency out of your Kraken account.
While the exact timing of the elimination isn\'t explicitly stated, Kraken has confirmed the change. It ensures that users can now withdraw Bitcoin without incurring these additional costs. Kraken Support has been actively responding to inquiries about withdrawal fees.
Key Details:
- No More Fees: Kraken has eliminated Bitcoin withdrawal fees.
- Minimum Withdrawal: While fees are gone, there is a minimum withdrawal amount.
- Why the Change? Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken said on Monday that due to the significant move in bitcoin and ethereum prices, it has reduced its minimum and has now eliminated fees. This move ensures that the fees remain competitive.
Stay tuned for more updates and details on this exciting development from Kraken. Always refer to the Kraken Support pages for the most up-to-date information regarding withdrawals.