Where to buy Chainlink (LINK)

The two platforms, honestly compared

Chainlink is listed on both major Dutch exchanges. LINK is an ERC-20 token on Ethereum, so the practical questions are: which platform is cheaper to buy on, and how do you store the token once you own it.

• Bitvavo — 400+ assets, volume-tiered fees, free deposits. The larger catalogue.
• Finst — flat 0.15%, no added spread, flexible staking. Cheaper default for most purchases.

What buying LINK actually costs

Free EUR deposits and withdrawals on both. Finst’s flat 0.15% beats Bitvavo’s 0.25% base taker fee for typical buys; Bitvavo’s tiers take over at volume. Withdrawals: Bitvavo charges only the Ethereum network fee, Finst adds a €2.50 baseline — Ethereum gas can swing, so the baseline matters most when gas is low.

Worked example — a €1,000 LINK purchase:

• Finst: €1,000 × 0.15% = €1.50 in fees, no added spread.
• Bitvavo: €1,000 × 0.25% = €2.50 at the base taker tier.

Withdraw once: the Ethereum network fee on Bitvavo (often €1–3, higher during congestion), or that plus €2.50 on Finst.

How to buy LINK step by step

1. Create an account on Bitvavo or Finst and complete ID verification.
2. Deposit EUR — free SEPA or iDEAL on both.
3. Place your order — market for instant execution, or a limit order at your price.
4. Decide where the LINK lives — custodial until you withdraw it.
5. Withdraw to an Ethereum wallet — LINK is an ERC-20; the receiving address is a 0x address on the Ethereum network. Send a small test amount first.

The ERC-20 detail

LINK runs on Ethereum, so:

• Any Ethereum wallet works — MetaMask, Rabby, Trust Wallet, or hardware wallets all hold LINK.
• Gas fees are the real move cost — Ethereum network fees vary with congestion; batch withdrawals so you pay once.
• No network choice on these exchanges — Bitvavo and Finst withdraw LINK on Ethereum mainnet. On other platforms, always verify the network before depositing.

Storing LINK

LINK is an ERC-20 token, so the wallet answer is the Ethereum answer: a self-custody EVM wallet (MetaMask, Rabby, Trust Wallet) or a hardware wallet (Ledger, Trezor). See our guide to the best wallets for Ethereum tokens for the full comparison.

After you buy

An exchange balance is custodial — Bitvavo and Finst hold your LINK for you. For anything you plan to keep, withdraw to a self-custody wallet on the Ethereum network (never a different network).

The LINK checklist

Before you confirm a LINK withdrawal, run these five checks:

• Network: the withdrawal must say Ethereum mainnet — LINK is an ERC-20.
• Address: the receiving address is a 0x address from your own wallet.
• Gas: the exchange shows the Ethereum network fee before confirming — batch withdrawals to pay once.
• Test amount: move a small amount first and confirm it lands.
• Backup: the recovery phrase is stored offline and tested before you hold a meaningful balance.

The fee difference between the platforms matters less than getting these five right.

Who should buy on which platform

• DeFi users — LINK is the oracle token that powers DeFi price feeds; keep it in a wallet you control if you interact with those protocols.
• One-time buyers — Finst’s flat 0.15% is cheaper for a single LINK position.
• Frequent movers — Bitvavo’s network-fee-only withdrawals win if you withdraw LINK regularly; the €2.50 Finst baseline is avoidable.

Exchanges compared

Verified 6 Aug 2026.

How we evaluate

Every recommendation is based on our published methodology: we separate self-custody wallets, hardware wallets, custodial exchanges and buying platforms, and score each with its own criteria. We label everything as hands-on tested, documentation reviewed, or not yet tested. Commissions never determine rankings.

Read our full methodology

Sources & evidence

• OfficialBitvavo — Chainlink listing ↗
• OfficialFinst — Chainlink listing ↗
• OfficialBitvavo — fees ↗
• OfficialFinst — fees ↗

Changelog

• 8 Aug 2026Expanded to full buy anatomy: step-by-step purchase flow, worked fee examples and ERC-20 withdrawal guidance.

Frequently asked questions

Is Chainlink listed on Bitvavo?

Yes — Bitvavo lists LINK for trading and withdrawals, with free SEPA/iDEAL deposits and MiCA authorisation (AFM).

Is Chainlink listed on Finst?

Yes — Finst lists LINK for spot trading with SEPA/iDEAL deposits, flat 0.15% fees and MiCA authorisation (AFM).

Can I withdraw LINK from Bitvavo or Finst?

Yes — both support withdrawals to external wallets on the Ethereum network. Bitvavo charges only the network fee; Finst adds a €2.50 fixed baseline per crypto withdrawal.

Which exchange is cheaper for buying LINK?

For typical purchases Finst's flat 0.15% beats Bitvavo's 0.25% base taker fee; Bitvavo's tiers win at volume. Withdrawals: Bitvavo passes on only the Ethereum network fee, Finst adds a €2.50 baseline. If you move LINK regularly, that fixed baseline is the cost to budget for — the fee gap is otherwise small for this ERC-20.

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