Self-Traded Crypto IRA
Take control of your cryptocurrency investing.
Make your own cryptocurrency investment decisions within a tax-advantaged, self-traded IRA. With the Equity Crypto IRA, you can buy, sell, and hold more than 40 eligible cryptocurrencies through our Digital Trading Platform.
While you’re in control of every investment decision, Equity Trust Company serves as the custodian for your IRA, providing secure account administration and convenient 24/7 online access through myEQUITY.
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About the Equity Crypto IRA
Cryptocurrency is one of many alternative assets you can hold in a tax-advantaged IRA with Equity Trust Company. The Equity Crypto IRA gives you the flexibility to make your own investment decisions while accessing cryptocurrency through our enhanced Digital Trading Platform.
Enjoy no set up or application fees
Choose from 40+ cryptocurrencies to invest
Invest within a tax-advantaged IRA
Protective institutional-grade security for your digital assets
Easily buy, sell, and trade via our Digital Trading Platform
Our Process
Getting started with an Equity Crypto IRA is easy. Open and fund your Equity Crypto IRA with Equity Trust Company. Log in to the myEQUITY account portal to access our Digital Trading Platform to buy, sell, and hold more than 40 eligible cryptocurrencies—all from one convenient location.
From there, you decide when to buy, sell, or hold eligible cryptocurrencies based on your own investment approach. You remain in control of every investment decision while Equity Trust Company serves as the custodian for your IRA, providing secure account administration and convenient 24/7 online access through myEQUITY.
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OPEN AN ACCOUNT
Open an Equity Crypto IRA account with the help of an Equity Trust IRA Counselor. Access anytime via myEQUITY.
02
FUND YOUR ACCOUNT
Fund your IRA through a contribution, transfer, or rollover. Equity Trust serves as the custodian for your IRA.
03
BUY & SELL ON YOUR SCHEDULE
Use our Digital Trading Platform to buy, sell, and hold more than 40 eligible cryptocurrencies within your self-directed IRA.
Supported Assets
Your Equity Crypto IRA provides access to more than 40 eligible cryptocurrencies. Below are some of the most popular digital assets currently available, with additional cryptocurrencies offered as new assets become available:
Bitcoin
BTC
The world's largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization.
Ethereum
ETH
A leading blockchain platform for decentralized applications.
XRP
XRP
A digital asset designed to facilitate fast, low-cost global payments.
Solana
SOL
Blockchain network built to support fast transaction processing and decentralized applications.
Cardano
ADA
Supports smart contracts, decentralized applications, and scalable digital asset transactions.
Bitcoin Cash
BCH
A peer-to-peer cryptocurrency designed to support fast transactions and lower fees.
Litecoin
LTC
One of the earliest cryptocurrencies created to provide fast transactions.
Hedera
HBAR
A distributed ledger designed for fast and efficient digital transactions.
Full List Available Within the Digital Trading Platform
Compatibility & Fit
The Equity Crypto IRA may appeal to investors who:
Prefer to make their own investment decisions
Want to choose when to buy and sell cryptocurrency
Enjoy researching digital asset opportunities
Want to self-trade in cryptocurrency within a tax-advantaged IRA
Get Started
Whether you’re new to digital assets or an experienced investor, our IRA Counselors can answer any questions and help you open an Equity Crypto IRA. You’ll have the flexibility to manage your own cryptocurrency investments while investing within a tax-advantaged IRA.
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Equity Trust Company is a directed custodian and does not provide tax, legal or investment advice. Any information communicated by Equity Trust Company is for educational purposes only, and should not be construed as tax, legal or investment advice. Whenever making an investment decision, please consult with your tax attorney or financial professional. Equity Institutional services institutional clients of Equity Trust Company. Brokerage Services Available Through ETC Brokerage Services, Member SIPC, and FINRA. *Founded in 1974 | Self-Directed IRA Custodian since 1983. The predecessor business to Equity Trust Company was established in 1974 and the IRS approved as a custodian in 1983. **Assets under custody and administration as of 06/30/2026.
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© 2026 Equity Trust®. All rights reserved.
Equity Trust Company is a directed custodian and does not provide tax, legal or investment advice. Any information communicated by Equity Trust Company is for educational purposes only, and should not be construed as tax, legal or investment advice. Whenever making an investment decision, please consult with your tax attorney or financial professional. Equity Institutional services institutional clients of Equity Trust Company. Brokerage Services Available Through ETC Brokerage Services, Member SIPC, and FINRA. *Founded in 1974 | Self-Directed IRA Custodian since 1983. The predecessor business to Equity Trust Company was established in 1974 and the IRS approved as a custodian in 1983. **Assets under custody and administration as of 06/30/2026.
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