CoinGecko: crypto platform
Anche se CoinMarketCap è spesso la prima scelta di molti investitori in criptovalute, per monitorare i propri asset esistono altre piattaforme; tra queste, CoinGecko spicca e si pone come principale alternativa.
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Non smetteremo mai di sottolineare che l’investimento di successo passa prima di tutto da ciò che conosciamo e da quanto siamo aggiornati. Strumenti come CoinGecko sono indispensabili per mettersi nelle migliori condizioni operative.
Nell’approfondimento che stai per leggere, faremo una bella panoramica su tutto ciò che devi sapere su questo portale. Dopodiché, utilizzandolo scoprirai certamente tante funzionalità extra e dettagli per rendere la tua esperienza d’uso più precisa e ritagliata .
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What is CoinGecko?
CoinGecko is one of the most well-known analysis portals of the crypto world, on which to keep track of prices, volumes and the general state of the industry.
Upon accessing the site, there can be no doubt about its functionality: the list of major coins and tokens by market capitalization is in the foreground, instantly searchable. This also makes CoinGecko perfect for many quick glances throughout the day.
However, as we will discover in the paragraphs to follow, the portal offers much more. In addition to a wealth of information for carrying out precise technical and fundamental analysis, we find in fact tutorials and guides, a comprehensive glossary , supplementary videos , a newsletter and even the podcast.
Added to all this are technical features such as APIs and widgets, plus a mobile application for Android and iOS devices.
Let’s go into more detail and find out how CoinGecko works.
"CoinGecko è uno dei più noti portali di analisi del mondo crypto"
Come funziona CoinGecko?
Let us access the site (CoinGecko.com) and analyze its features.
At the topmost part of the screen is some essential information such as the total market cap and the cost of gas fees on the Ethereum network. In addition, you can change the language of the portal and the base currency (set to the U.S. dollar by default).
After the menu, here is a list of analyzable markets that includes Coins, New Coins, Gainers & Losers, Categories, Zero Knowledge (ZK), Layer 2 (L2) and Layer 1 (L1). By clicking on any of these labels, the list below will change and show the results of the selected group.
Let’s go even deeper and click on a cryptocurrency so as to access the page reserved for it and overflowing with information.
Let’s divide the page into four blocks and find out about them.
In the top left area, all the main information is available: currency (in this case bitcoin), real-time performance, volumes, market cap, supply and so on.
On the right, staying on top, we see instead a range of information such as official website and social channels, some compatible crypto wallets, source code on GitHub (if any) and more. We recommend always using the links provided by such platforms, as there is certainty that everything is correct. This observation is especially true with DeFi protocols, whose links we find on DefiLlama, thus avoiding the danger of running into phishing practices.
Returning to CoinGecko, in the lower left block space is given to the chart, available in both the simple and advanced versions by TradingView. Like any self-respecting portal, we will also find the graph on the trend of market capitalization.
Finally, on the right side we can read some interesting statistics; last but not least, the simple but effective currency converter.
The options do not end there: scrolling down we will be able to read some extra information, including the list of exchanges on which the specific coin is listed.
CoinGecko provides everything you need to inquire about the performance of your coins and tokens, as well as to start analyzing potential investments.
Since this is a comprehensive platform, the offering does not revolve around cryptocurrencies alone . For example, if we selected Exchange from the menu, we would have access to a list of major CEX or DEX, depending on our needs.
By clicking on a specific exchange, in this case Bybit, we would be presented with a set of information about available cryptos, reserves, statistics, and much more. A nice feature, perfect for us to be able to best consider which is the best platform for what we wish to do.
Moving on, CoinGecko also touches on other categories of the crypto and blockchain industry such as NFT and derivatives.
Crypto derivatives on CoinGecko
If you invest in derivatives or have an interest in doing so, CoinGecko tracks several cryptocurrencies related in some way to the sector.
To view a list of these assets, simply enter the Derivatives section . Here we will find coins and tokens such as GMX, Synthetix and dYdX, at the time of writing the top three exponents of the category. We will also be able to analyze the best exchanges offering derivatives based on open interest and volume.
With the distinction into categories, the user can easily navigate and quickly find what really interests them.
Extreme caution with crypto (and noncrypto) derivatives: they are complex instruments and should only be handled by experienced people with a tolerance for risk. If this profile is not yours, leave them aside at least for the time being and opt for less complex and dangerous assets.
NFT on CoinGecko
We close the overview with NFTs, or Non-Fungible Tokens. In this case, being tracked is not a set of cryptocurrencies but the major collections of digital artworks in circulation.
From BAYC ‘s creations to CryptoPunks, in this section the ranking of the most prestigious NFT brands, but not only, is immediately available. We will be able to view their volume trends, floor prices, market cap, and more, both overall and for a specific collection.
This section is very useful for those who invest in or own NFTs, as in just a few clicks it puts them in a position to understand the market in general and evaluate any corrective moves.
At the risk of being repetitive, again we want to emphasize the riskiness of non-fungible tokens. They are sometimes useful assets, sometimes not, but still subject to even greater speculation and volatility than a regular cryptocurrency. After all, if a coin has a certain intrinsic value, this remains until any changes occur; an NFT, on the other hand, can even lose all of its value for no clear reason, precisely because speculation often dominates its price. Therefore, beware.
Here are some materials for further study:
- OpenSea: NFT marketplace;
- NFT complete guide
Conclusions on CoinGecko
Here we are concluding this quick snapshot on CoinGecko, which proves to be a solid, useful and perfect platform just for everyone. Combined with a more professional analysis tool, such as the aforementioned TradingView, it puts us in the best condition to trade the market.
It is time to say goodbye but, as per our practice, we will not leave you without a cue to continue on your crypto growth path. The following video is the first in the series dedicated to investing in bitcoin and cryptocurrencies, perfect for those who are taking their first steps in the industry, as well as for those who want to refresh their knowledge.
Thank you for reading and enjoy!
