Although originally created as an exclusive token to give ApeCoin holders voting rights over DAO’s funds, now serves several purposes: * Governance token * Access to exclusive events, merchandise, games and services * Available for purchase to the public * Incentivisation - ApeCoin is a tool for third-party developers

A cryptocurrency exchange is the most straightforward way to purchase ApeCoin. A cryptocurrency exchange is a website where you can buy, sell, and trade Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. The general steps to purchasing ApeCoin on an exchange are as follows: 1. Create a profile on a trustworthy cryptocurrency exchange, like Cointree. 2. By offering the required documentation and personal information, you can verify your identity. 3. To fund your account, add a payment option like a bank account or credit card. 4. Look up ApeCoin (APE) and place an order to purchase it at the going rate on the market or at a price you specify. 5. The ApeCoin will be deposited into your exchange wallet as soon as the order is filled. It's important to remember that before purchasing ApeCoin, you should think about the risks involved in investing in cryptocurrencies and conduct your own research on the coins you are looking to purchase. Additionally, it's a good idea to store your APE in a hardware wallet to keep it safe and secure.

The price of ApeCoin varies, depending on the current market. To access information about the currency’s value, simply sign in to your Cointree account, and type ApeCoin (APE) into the search bar. On our crypto exchange, we always calculate ApeCoin's price in Australian dollars (AUD) so you can work out exactly how much AUD you want to invest. You can use PayID to get your funds processed instantly and sent to your Cointree account, although that's not your only payment method available. You can also deposit cash or use a wire transfer to get your funds on our crypto exchange.

We prioritise security to make sure your ApeCoin is safe and secure. When you trade with Cointree, you are given a free wallet to store your ApeCoin. We recommend that you strengthen the security of your wallet by enabling Two Factor Authentication (2FA). This gives you a time-sensitive code every time you log in. You can also store ApeCoin in an external wallet. All you need to do is send your ApeCoin from your Cointree wallet to a hardware wallet such as a Ledger or Trezor. As cryptocurrency security and safekeeping is the user's responsibility, make you use the [best bitcoin wallet Australia](https://www.cointree.com/learn/best-bitcoin-wallet-australia/).