Buy Stacks (STX)

STX is the native token of the Stacks blockchain and the gas for smart contract activity, Stacking rewards, and DeFi applications that build on Bitcoin. Before you can participate in these opportunities through Leather, you'll need to acquire STX from an exchange or supported on-ramp. Leather integrates with trusted partners and exchanges that allow you to purchase STX and deposit it directly into your wallet, making it easy to get started with Bitcoin-native yield strategies.

May 15, 2025

Buying STX (Stacks token) is your first step toward earning Bitcoin yield or using decentralized apps on the Stacks blockchain via Leather.

There are many options to add STX to your Leather wallet, including:

1. Use a Centralized Exchange (CEX)

You can purchase STX on major exchanges and transfer it to your Leather wallet:

  • Binance
  • Coinbase
  • OKX
  • KuCoin
  • Gate.io
  • Crypto.com
  • ByBit
  • Blockchain.com These exchanges serve various global markets and allow fiat-to-STX purchases using credit card, ACH, wire transfer, and more.

2. Use a Built-in On-Ramp

Leather also supports on-ramps like:

  • Coinbase
  • MoonPay
  • Transak These providers offer direct STX purchase and deposit into your wallet. They're accessible in many regions and labeled with "Fast checkout" inside Leather.

3. Receive from Another Wallet

You can receive STX from:

  • Friends
  • Self-custody wallets
  • Exchange withdrawals Simply copy your Leather wallet’s STX address and share it or paste it during an exchange withdrawal.

Disclaimer

Leather does not operate or endorse any STX purchasing services. Users are responsible for verifying the credibility and terms of any third-party exchanges or on-ramps they use.