Introducing crypto trading

Securely trade crypto—at some of the lowest costs anywhere—powered by zerohash. Plus get expert insights from Morgan Stanley, all on one platform.

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Now get up to $1,000 $1,500 for a limited time1
Open and fund a new brokerage account with a qualifying deposit by 10/31/26. Terms apply. Use promo code: OFFER26

Crypto trading you can trust

Trade crypto 24/7

Buy, sell, and hold Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana—the digital assets driving what’s next in investing.

Morgan Stanley insights

Resources paired with crypto market insights from Morgan Stanley thought leaders.

Advanced security

Crypto asset custody and trading support through zerohash, a leading digital asset provider.

Coming soon:

Transfer supported crypto into your linked zerohash crypto account

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How to get started

1

Open an account

Open an eligible E*TRADE individual brokerage account and add crypto trading to open your crypto account powered by zerohash. Or open a crypto account and link to your existing brokerage account today.

Open an account

2

Make a deposit

Fund your linked E*TRADE brokerage account so you can trade instantly when crypto opportunities arise.

Fund account

3

Trade

Buy and sell BTC, ETH, and SOL with the same best-in-class trading experience you enjoy today.2

Among the lowest trading costs anywhere

See how our trading costs stack up. Just 0.50% commission with NO added spreads and NO markups.2

All‑in cost on a $1,000 crypto trade

Includes commission fee and estimated spread/markup

  1. E*TRADE Lowest all‑in cost
    Commission fee: 0.50% · Spread/markup: 0%
    $5.00
  2. Coinbase
    Commission fee: 0% · Spread/markup: 0.60%
    $6.00
  3. tastytrade
    Commission fee: 0% · Spread/markup: 0.75%
    $7.50
  4. Robinhood Crypto
    Commission fee: 0% · Spread/markup: 0.95%
    $9.50
  5. Fidelity Crypto
    Commission fee: 0% · Spread/markup: 1.00%
    $10.00
  6. SoFi Crypto
    Commission fee: 0% · Spread/markup: 1.00%
    $10.00

This chart compares estimated trading costs for a $1,000 crypto trade as of May 18, 2026. Trading costs are limited to (1) the stated commission/transaction fee and (2) the estimated spread and/or markup embedded in the execution price (together, “Trading Costs”). Rates are subject to change at any time without notice. Services vary by firm.

E*TRADE’s “Lowest all-in cost” is solely among the peer group presented as of the date shown. This comparison is not a guarantee that E*TRADE will be the lowest-cost option for every crypto trade. E*TRADE reserves the right to charge variable commission rates. Additional fees may apply.

Easy-to-use platforms and tools

  • Buy and sell crypto in your zerohash account alongside stocks, ETFs, mutual funds, and more in your E*TRADE brokerage account
  • Featuring powerful charting, real-time quotes, and intuitive order entry seamlessly integrated on etrade.com and the E*TRADE app
  • Connect external crypto accounts to Total Wealth View to see your crypto alongside E*TRADE and other linked financial accounts—all in one place
Crypto trading on an E*TRADE device
Coming soon

Crypto trading available on Power E*TRADE platforms soon.

Education and resources

Insights to stay informed and inspired

Build crypto expertise with Morgan Stanley education, insights, and market commentary in our Crypto Essentials learning hub.
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Frequently asked questions

  • Any US-based client or prospective client can login to E*TRADE, open an individual brokerage account and a separate, non-brokerage linked zerohash crypto account to begin trading crypto.

  • Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana

  • A commission of 0.50% (50 basis points) will be charged on the notional trade value. There is no additional spread fee and no markup. Commission is charged by zerohash, of which E*TRADE receives a portion.

    • If you have an existing individual brokerage account at E*TRADE, you can open and link a crypto account powered by zerohash through an expedited account opening process.
    • If you do not have an existing individual brokerage account at E*TRADE, you can open an individual brokerage account and a linked crypto account powered by zerohash simultaneously through a single account opening process.

  • No, your crypto account and your brokerage account share buying power. In order to place a crypto trade after your crypto account is opened, you must first fund your linked brokerage account, which will be your source of purchasing power. When buying or selling crypto, funds will automatically sweep in and out of the linked brokerage account to settle the crypto trades. To fund your brokerage account, navigate to Pay & Transfer, then to Transfer Money.

  • E*TRADE web and the E*TRADE app. Coming soon to Power E*TRADE platforms. 

  • E*TRADE from Morgan Stanley is partnering with Zerohash LLC, a trusted digital asset provider, to facilitate reliable liquidity, quality execution, and secure custody. Your crypto account is provided by zerohash.