Connect your Bitstamp account to the Robinhood app

Bitstamp Europe S.A. customers’ accounts will need to connect to the Robinhood app and will only be able to sell or withdraw crypto assets through their Bitstamp app. Over time, all Bitstamp accounts will be connected to the Robinhood app and we will contact you via email when its time to connect your account. Accessing your assets on the Robinhood app before that date allows you to continue trading (subject to verification). You will be able to manage your crypto assets in one place and discover new ways to trade and invest. Learn more about the products and services on Robinhood.

Note

We will contact you when you are eligible to connect your Bitstamp account to the Robinhood app and you will see the banner in your Bitstamp app.

Access your assets on the Robinhood app

To provide you with a seamless trading experience, all assets supported by Robinhood will be accessible on the Robinhood app. There will be no fees for the connection.

  • Connect your Bitstamp account to the Robinhood app in minutes.
  • Assets are available to trade or withdraw as soon as you connect your Bitstamp account to the Robinhood app.
  • We are working to align the assets available on Bitstamp and the Robinhood app so both platforms offer the same crypto assets.
  • Any pending orders will be canceled and amounts will be included in your balances.
  • You may receive reminder emails to connect your account.

Your Bitstamp account

Some Bitstamp customers’ accounts will need to connect to the Robinhood app and they will only be able to sell or withdraw crypto assets through their Bitstamp app. Over time all Bitstamp accounts will be connected to the Robinhood app. After that date, your Bitstamp account will be accessible on the Robinhood app and the Bitstamp app will switch to one of the following modes:

  • Sell and withdraw-only mode: If you have remaining assets on the Bitstamp app, you can sell or withdraw these assets. Once all assets are sold or withdrawn, your Bitstamp app switches to view-only.
  • View-only mode: You can view your account data and history on your Bitstamp app. All trading or transfer activity will happen on the Robinhood app.

Accessing your assets on the Robinhood app allows you to continue trading without interruption (subject to verification).

Eligible assets

Bitstamp assets that will be accessible in your Robinhood app include:

Assets that are not supported on the Robinhood app will stay in your Bitstamp app where you can sell or withdraw them. Once all assets are sold or withdrawn, your Bitstamp app switches to view-only. Account activity and settings, like recurring investments and linked payment methods, will have to be reset.

Connect your Bitstamp account to the Robinhood app

Make sure your KYC information on Bitstamp is up to date and complete. For security, begin in the Bitstamp by Robinhood app. If you need to come back or start over,start the process again from the Bitstamp by Robinhood app.

  1. Log in to Bitstamp app
  2. When prompted, select Get started on Robinhood to connect your account with the Robinhood app
  3. Open your Robinhood app (or download the app), then select Sign up
  4. Enter the email associated with your Bitstamp account
  5. Verify your email, and set a new password
  6. Review the FAQ to access your Bitstamp account on the Robinhood app → Continue
  7. Select Continue

Your Bitstamp account will now be accessible on the Robinhood app.

Note
  • If you do not already have a Robinhood account, you will need to review and accept the Robinhood Europe, UAB Client Agreement.
  • If you already have a Robinhood account, we will consolidate it into one account for you.
  • You may need to complete additional verification steps to confirm your identity. For more information and troubleshooting, review Verify it’s you.

Feature availability

When you connect your Bitstamp account to the Robinhood app, here's what's available and what's on the way.

Order typeAvailable on Robinhood app
Market ordersYes
Limit ordersComing soon
Stop ordersComing soon
Stop-limit ordersComing soon
Note

Currently, you can only place market orders. Any open limit, stop, or stop-limit orders on Bitstamp will be canceled and the funds included in your balances.

Staking

Staking is not available to Bitstamp customers on the Robinhood app at this time.

Funding your account

MethodAvailable on Robinhood app
SEPA InstantYes
SEPA Credit TransferYes
Debit cardComing soon
Apple PayComing soon
Google PayComing soon
International wire transferNot currently supported
PayPalNot currently supported

Trading currency

Trading pairs are supported in EUR USD trading and stablecoin trading are not yet available on the Robinhood app

Crypto assets

We are working to align the crypto assets available on Bitstamp and the Robinhood app so both platforms offer the same crypto assets over time.

FAQ

Do I have to connect my Bitstamp account to the Robinhood app?

Yes.

Will I lose access to my Bitstamp account?

No, you will still be able to access your Bitstamp account via the Robinhood app, however, access through the Bitstamp app itself will be limited.

Are there fees?

No. There are no fees to connect your Bitstamp account to the Robinhood app.

Will my trading experience change?

Robinhood’s crypto experience offers many of the same features you’re used to, plus a clean interface and advanced tools.

We’re continuing to expand crypto-asset support, improve charts, and enhance performance for experienced traders.

Can I access my Bitstamp history after I move?

Yes. You can access your Bitstamp transaction history in the Bitstamp app, even after you’ve moved to the Robinhood app.

Why are my account details under review?

To protect your assets and keep your account secure, we may need to review the details you provided when you opened a new Robinhood account. The Robinhood account expands your access to new products and services. Crypto services are provided by Bitstamp Europe SA.

Reviews can take up to 5 business days to complete. Robinhood will send more information to the email address on your Bitstamp account.

I live in a location Robinhood doesn't support, what should I do?

You won't be able to move your account. Log in to your Bitstamp app to transfer your crypto to an external wallet or withdraw your cash balance, since your account will move to close-only (PCO) mode on that date.

My account shows a restriction, can I still access my assets?

You may be conditionally eligible, depending on the restriction. Contact Bitstamp Support to resolve the restriction on your profile; once it's lifted, you can access your assets.

Does receiving this notice mean I'm approved to open a Robinhood account?

No. Receiving this invitation does not guarantee eligibility. You must meet all Robinhood and identity-verification requirements to successfully open an account.

Who can I contact for help?

For questions related to your Bitstamp account, contact Bitstamp Support. For questions related to your Robinhood account, contact Robinhood Support.

Disclosures

Bitstamp Europe S.A., an entity incorporated in Luxembourg with company number B196856, having its registered office at 40, Avenue Monterey, L-2163 Luxembourg, and authorised by the Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier (CSSF) in Luxembourg as a payment institution (licence number Z00000012) and crypto-assets service provider (licence number N00000003). Investments in crypto-assets involve significant risks and may not be suitable for all investors. Please read the Risk Warning before investing in crypto-assets.

Robinhood Europe, UAB ("RHEU" or "Robinhood") (company code: 306377915) is authorized and regulated by the Bank of Lithuania ("BoL") as a financial brokerage firm, crypto-asset service provider, and payment institution. RHEU’s registered address is: Vilniaus g. 33-201, LT-01402 Vilnius, Lithuania; website. RHEU’s corporate data is collected and stored with the Register of Legal Entities of the Republic of Lithuania.

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