**Transaction Process**:

3 - When you find an offer that suits you, you can initiate the transaction. The platform usually provides a brokerage service, where it holds the cryptocurrency in a secure wallet until the transaction is confirmed by both parties.

4. **Transaction Completion**:

- Once the payment is made (whether via bank transfer, PayPal, or other payment methods), the seller releases the cryptocurrency into your wallet after verifying the payment. In return, the buyer ensures that the seller will not be able to withdraw the cryptocurrency until he confirms the completion of the payment.

5. **Rating and Review**:

- After the transaction is completed, each party can rate the other, which helps build a good reputation on the platform. This helps determine the trustworthiness of the individuals transacting.

**Tips for P2P Trading:**

1. **Choose Trusted Platforms**:

- Make sure to use reputable P2P platforms that guarantee security and provide a means of resolving disputes between parties (such as **Binance P2P** or **Paxful**). Always check user reviews and opinions before making transactions.

2. **Use secure payment methods**:

- Make sure to use payment methods that have a high level of security. Avoid paying via untraceable methods such as cash transfers in some cases, as it may be difficult to verify the validity of the transaction.

3. **Beware of offers that seem too good to be true**:

- If prices are too low compared to the market, there may be risks