How to buy TRUMP IP (IP)

How to buy TRUMP IP (IP) safely

TRUMP IP (IP) is a token launched in 2025 that operates on the Base platform. It is designed as a way for creators to register, license, and monetize intellectual property using blockchain transparency. Because this token exists on the Base network, you need to be careful about which network you use when sending funds to avoid losing your assets.

Where can you buy IP?

You can find IP on a few different types of platforms. Centralized exchanges (CEX) are generally easier for beginners, while decentralized exchanges (DEX) require you to manage your own wallet.

Verified routes include:

• MEXC (IP/ETH pair)
• CEX.IO (IP/USDC pair)
• Binance Alpha (IP/BNB pair)
• Uniswap (IP/WETH pair on Base)

Step-by-step buying checklist

If you are new to the Base ecosystem, follow these steps to reduce the risk of errors.

1. Verify the contract address. The official address for IP on Base is 0x00a510c6f786f13231D943fD22d4C45E8C51AcCF. Always double check this on Basescan before swapping.
2. Choose your platform. If you use a CEX like MEXC, you will need to complete KYC (Know Your Customer) verification.
3. Set up a compatible wallet. Since IP is on Base, you need a wallet that supports the Base network. For those who want extra security, a hardware wallet like a Ledger is a smart choice for long-term storage.
4. Fund your account. Depending on the route, you will need ETH, BNB, or USDC to trade for IP.
5. Execute the trade and move your tokens to self-custody.

Fees, liquidity, and withdrawal checks

Not all exchanges are equal when it comes to costs and moving your money.

MEXC lists a trading fee of 0 for the IP/ETH pair. However, you should check the current fee schedule on their site as these can change.

Withdrawal and deposit support for IP is not verified for the routes listed. This means you should check the exchange's deposit/withdrawal page specifically for the Base network before sending any tokens. If an exchange does not explicitly support the Base network for IP, you risk losing your funds.

Before buying: route and token risks

Buying smaller tokens comes with specific risks that you should acknowledge.

The biggest risk is using a lookalike contract address. Scammers often create fake tokens with the same name. Only use the address verified above.

Country availability varies. For example, MEXC does not support users from the US, Canada, Great Britain, or Russia. Always check if your country is on the banned list before attempting to open an account.

Liquidity can also be an issue. While volume data is available for these routes, low liquidity can lead to higher slippage, meaning you might pay more than the market price during a trade.

Sources and methodology

I used a combination of verified market-pair data from our database and the CoinMarketCap API to identify available routes. Web research from sources like Reuters and official project documentation provided the background on the project's purpose.

I have omitted live price, market cap, and 24h volume figures because these values change too quickly to be reliable in a static guide. Information from CoinMarketCap page scrapes is treated as low-confidence background context and is not used as proof of contract safety or fee structures.