"Introduction"

I still remember the first time I heard about cryptocurrency. It sounded futuristic, risky, and honestly... a bit confusing. But as a Muslim, the first question that popped into my mind wasn’t about profits or charts — it was: “Is this halal?

At first, I ignored crypto completely. I assumed it must be part of the interest-based, speculative financial world that we’re told to avoid. But after seeing how fast the digital world was evolving — and how many Muslims were being left behind — I decided to dig deeper. I didn’t want to miss out on something just because I didn’t understand it.

So I made a decision: **I would explore the crypto world, but only in a way that aligns with my values and beliefs**. That was the beginning of my **halal crypto journey**, and it taught me far more than I expected — not just about finance, but about intention, patience, and ethical responsibility.

Step 1: Learning the Basics (Without the Hype):

I started with the basics — what is Bitcoin, how does blockchain work, what are altcoins? I stayed away from YouTubers shouting about “100x gains” and instead focused on educational resources. I joined a Telegram group with other Muslim crypto learners, which really helped.

One thing I learned early on: "Crypto isn't automatically haram or halal — it depends on how it's used".

Step 2: Consulting Islamic Scholars & Researching Halal Opinions

Next, I looked for Islamic scholars who had studied crypto. I found fatwas from credible institutions like AAOIFI and individuals like Mufti Faraz Adam, who helped explain which aspects of crypto are permissible.

For example:

• Interest-based lending? Haram.

• Unclear contracts or gambling tokens? Also haram.

•Peer-to-peer trade, transparent blockchain use, and real utility coins? Generally halal.

This gave me a framework to move forward with confidence.

Step 3: Choosing Halal-Friendly Platforms and Projects;

I decided to avoid:

• Margin trading

• Lending with interest (DeFi protocols with Riba)

• Meme coins or tokens without real value

Instead, I focused on:

• Islamic Coin: and other Shariah-compliant projects

• Holding coins like "Bitcoin" and "Ethereum", only when the utility was clear

* Participating in "halal staking" and projects that aligned with ethical impact (like green blockchain or educational platforms)

I also kept my transactions transparent, documented my trades, and always asked myself: *Would I be okay explaining this to my family and imam?*

Step 4: Lessons Learned Along the Way;

This journey wasn’t easy. I made small mistakes, like getting excited about a coin before fully researching it. I even lost money once by trusting the wrong platform. But here’s what I learned:

• Money is not barakah if earned the wrong way

• Taking your time is better than rushing into hype

• As Muslims, our goal is not just to profit — it's to stay accountable before Allah.

" I believe this journey made me a more conscious investor and a more grounded Muslim"

LASTLY;

Looking back, I’m grateful I didn’t give up when it seemed too complicated. "Crypto isn't just for tech experts or risk-takers — it can be part of a halal lifestyle if approached with knowledge, patience, and clear intention".

To anyone who’s confused or unsure where to start, my advice is this:

👉 "Start slow, ask the right questions, and never compromise your faith for FOMO."

Crypto can be halal — but 'only if we treat it as an *amana* (trust), not a game'.

I hope my story helps someone out there who’s standing at the same crossroads I was.

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