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Crypto tax

Crypto is taxable in most jurisdictions. This hub covers what is taxable, tax software comparisons, jurisdiction-specific rules, and reporting practices. Educational content, not tax advice. Edited by Eric Nkando.

What is a taxable event in crypto?Cost basis tracking

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Best crypto tax software in 2026: CoinTracker vs Koinly vs CoinLedger

The three most-used crypto tax tools compared — CoinTracker, Koinly, CoinLedger. Fees, exchange support, jurisdiction coverage, and where each fits.

Eric Nkando · 2 min · Updated 14 Sep

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How to report crypto taxes: step-by-step for the US, UK, and EU

What is a taxable event in crypto? A plain-English explainer

What is Cost Basis in Crypto? How to Calculate It and Reduce Your Taxes

What Is Capital Gains Tax on Crypto? Plain and Simple Guide (2026)

From the editor

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Eric Nkando, Senior Writer

Latest in Crypto tax

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Guide

How to report crypto taxes: step-by-step for the US, UK, and EU

Step-by-step guide to reporting crypto taxes — gathering data, choosing a method, filling forms, and filing. Applies to US Form 8949 / UK CGT / EU jurisdictions. Not tax advice.

Eric Nkando · 3 min · 14 Sep

Comparison

Best crypto tax software in 2026: CoinTracker vs Koinly vs CoinLedger

The three most-used crypto tax tools compared — CoinTracker, Koinly, CoinLedger. Fees, exchange support, jurisdiction coverage, and where each fits.

Eric Nkando · 2 min · 14 Sep

What is a taxable event in crypto? A plain-English explainer

2 min · 14 Sep

What is Cost Basis in Crypto? How to Calculate It and Reduce Your Taxes

17 min · 15 Sep

What Is Capital Gains Tax on Crypto? Plain and Simple Guide (2026)

15 min · 15 Sep

How to File Metamask Tax Documents: A Comprehensive Guide

6 min · 15 Sep

Koinly vs CoinTracker: Which Crypto Tax Software is Right for You?

22 min · 15 Sep

How Crypto Taxes Work in 2026: The Complete Guide

19 min · 15 Sep

Reviews

Binance Review 2026: VIP Fee Tiers, BNB Discount, and Why It's Off-Limits to US Retail

Binance 2026 review — 0.10%/0.10% base fees dropping to 0.02% VIP 9, 25% BNB discount, November 2023 US DOJ settlement f

Frequently asked questions

Do I owe taxes on crypto I haven't sold?

In most jurisdictions, unrealised gains are not taxable — only realised gains (from selling, swapping, or spending) are. Staking rewards and airdrops are typically taxable as income at receipt, however.

Do I have to report every crypto transaction?

In most jurisdictions with active crypto tax enforcement (US, UK, Canada, Australia, Germany, others), yes. Every disposal is a reportable event. Tax software automates this.