Can you have multiple Coinbase accounts?

Official Coinbase Policy

According to the official Coinbase policy, each user can only have one personal account. However, a user can also have a business profile on Coinbase Pro for a separate legal entity.

This policy is meant to prevent fraud and money laundering. It complies with KYC (Know Your Customer) and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) standards, which require financial institutions to strictly identify their clients.

Despite the limit on the number of accounts, Coinbase allows you to use multiple portfolios within one profile. This is convenient for diversifying strategies and separating assets. The number of available portfolios depends on the plan:

• Coinbase Standard: only one portfolio by default.

• Coinbase Advanced: up to 25 portfolios.

• Coinbase Exchange: up to 100 portfolios.

• Coinbase Prime (for institutional clients): up to 50 portfolios.

How Coinbase Detects Multiple Accounts

Coinbase's security system ensures that users do not create multiple accounts. In addition to obvious things like identical payment details, it identifies users and links accounts:

• By IP address and geolocation. Coinbase tracks the IP addresses from which users log into their accounts. If several accounts are logged in from the same IP address, this raises Coinbase suspicions. Additionally, changing your IP address, e.g., when traveling, can trigger additional checks.

• By digital fingerprint. Each device (desktop or smartphone) has a unique set of parameters: CPU type, amount of RAM, screen resolution, browser version, and others. Taken together, this data forms a user’s “digital fingerprint,” which allows several accounts to be linked even if they use different IP addresses.

• By behavioral patterns. This is the most complex method. Artificial intelligence analyzes user behavior, including mouse movements, typing speed, and identical operations. Based on these parameters, Coinbase can detect that the same person is managing multiple accounts.

If Coinbase finds any violations, the platform gives the user 15 days to close any extra accounts. Otherwise, their account will be blocked.

How to Create an Account on Coinbase

To create an account on Coinbase:

1. Go to the Coinbase website or download the mobile app.

2. Choose “Sign up.”

3. Enter your first name, last name, and email address.

4. Create and enter your Coinbase password.

5. Confirm that you are 18 years of age or older and create your account.

6. Open the email from Coinbase and click the link to confirm account creation.

7. Enter your phone number to set up two-factor authentication and receive a confirmation code via SMS.

8. Enter the received confirmation code.

After creating an account on Coinbase, you will need to verify your identity. To do this, Coinbase will ask for a valid ID and proof of address. After successful verification, you will be able to use your account at its full potential.

Why You Might Need Multiple Coinbase Accounts

There are situations when multiple Coinbase accounts are necessary:

• Agency work. Dedicated agencies can manage clients' accounts and crypto portfolios. To work effectively, they need to manage dozens of accounts.

• Global businesses. Large international companies with regional teams may work with multiple accounts to comply with banking regulations in different countries.

• Development of plugins and services. Developers of applications for the crypto industry need multiple accounts to test app functionality under different conditions.

• Affiliate marketing. Affiliates may need to have multiple accounts to diversify their risks and increase ROI.

How to Manage Multiple Coinbase Accounts with Octo Browser

In order to work with multiple accounts on Coinbase safely and efficiently, you need a reliable solution that will prevent them from being linked and blocked. Octo Browser lets you create isolated profiles, each of which looks like a separate unique device. This allows you to manage multiple Coinbase accounts without the risk of being detected.

Here is a detailed guide on how to use Octo Browser for multi-accounting:

Step 1: Getting Started

To get started, sign up on the Octo Browser website and download the browser. Once logged in, choose a subscription.

Step 2: Create Profiles

Octo Browser lets you create multiple profiles that will emulate different unique devices.

• Quick Profiles. Click the “Quick Profile” button to have Octo Browser automatically generate a new profile with a randomized fingerprint.

• Manual Setup. For complete control, click “Create Profile.” In the settings window that opens, you can choose a profile name and its icon, add a description, and add tags to better organize your accounts.

• Bulk Create. If you need to manage a large number of accounts, use the “Bulk create” feature. Click the three dots next to the Create Profile button and select Bulk Create. This feature allows you to create up to 100 profiles at a time.

Step 3: Connect a Proxy

It is extremely important to use a separate IP address for each profile. This will prevent Coinbase from linking your accounts. Octo Browser offers its own built-in Proxy Shop where you can purchase high-quality verified proxies, but you can also add your own or third-party proxies.

To connect a proxy:

• Click "Direct" next to the profile you want to use.

• Select "Set a new proxy" and specify its details.

• Click "Check Proxy" to make sure it works correctly.

• Click "Confirm."

Step 4: Launch and Manage Profiles

Once you have created and configured your profiles, you can launch them. A new browser window will open where you can log into your Coinbase account or create a new one. You can run multiple profiles at the same time and manage all your accounts from one device. Sessions are saved so you do not have to enter passwords and verification codes every time you launch your profiles.

FAQ

Can I have multiple portfolios on Coinbase?

Yes, you can create multiple portfolios within one Coinbase account. This feature is available for Coinbase Advanced and Exchange.

Can I have two or more Coinbase accounts?

Coinbase's official policy allows one person to have one personal and one business account on the platform.

How do I add another account to Coinbase?

Officially, Coinbase does not provide the ability to create a second personal account. However, if you need access to multiple accounts (for example, to manage separate customer accounts), use an anti-detect browser for multi-accounting. It will allow you to work safely with each profile, simulating work from different devices.