Crypto 101: The Complete Beginner’s Course
Free Course · 12 Lessons
1
What Is Cryptocurrency?A beginner's introduction to cryptocurrency: what it is, how it works,…
2
How Blockchain WorksHow a blockchain records transactions, reaches consensus, and stays ta…
3
Bitcoin vs Ethereum vs AltcoinsWhat separates Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, and altcoins, and how t…
4
Crypto Wallets ExplainedHot vs cold, custodial vs non-custodial: how crypto wallets actually w…
5
Choosing a Crypto ExchangeWhat to look for in a crypto exchange: trust, fees, security, and regi…
6
How to Buy Your First CryptoA safe, step-by-step walkthrough of buying your first cryptocurrency, …
7
Self-Custody & Your KeysHow to take true ownership of your crypto: seed phrase backups, hardwa…
8
Avoiding ScamsThe most common crypto scams (phishing, fake support, rug pulls, givea…
9
Sending, Receiving & FeesHow to send and receive crypto safely: addresses, networks, confirmati…
10
Intro to DeFi & StablecoinsDecentralized finance explained for beginners: DEXs, lending, stableco…
11
NFTs & Digital OwnershipWhat NFTs are, how minting and marketplaces work, and how to avoid the…
12
Taxes, Regulation & SpendingHow crypto is taxed and regulated (varies by country), plus how to act…
Crypto 101: The Complete Beginner’s Course
Everything a newcomer needs to buy, secure, and actually use cryptocurrency — safely, with self-custody at the center. No hype, no price predictions, no jargon. Twelve short lessons take you from “what is this?” to confidently in control of your own keys.
1
What Is Cryptocurrency?A beginner's introduction to cryptocurrency: what it is, how it works,…
2
How Blockchain WorksHow a blockchain records transactions, reaches consensus, and stays ta…
3
Bitcoin vs Ethereum vs AltcoinsWhat separates Bitcoin, Ethereum, stablecoins, and altcoins, and how t…
4
Crypto Wallets ExplainedHot vs cold, custodial vs non-custodial: how crypto wallets actually w…
5
Choosing a Crypto ExchangeWhat to look for in a crypto exchange: trust, fees, security, and regi…
6
How to Buy Your First CryptoA safe, step-by-step walkthrough of buying your first cryptocurrency, …
7
Self-Custody & Your KeysHow to take true ownership of your crypto: seed phrase backups, hardwa…
8
Avoiding ScamsThe most common crypto scams (phishing, fake support, rug pulls, givea…
9
Sending, Receiving & FeesHow to send and receive crypto safely: addresses, networks, confirmati…
10
Intro to DeFi & StablecoinsDecentralized finance explained for beginners: DEXs, lending, stableco…
11
NFTs & Digital OwnershipWhat NFTs are, how minting and marketplaces work, and how to avoid the…
12
Taxes, Regulation & SpendingHow crypto is taxed and regulated (varies by country), plus how to act…
How to use this course
Work through the modules in order — each builds on the last. Take the short quiz at the end of each lesson to lock it in.
Educational purposes only — not financial, investment, or tax advice. Crypto is volatile; rules vary by country and change often. HODL Guide never asks for your seed phrase or private keys.