Read the the terms of the trade and make sure you can comply with them. Use this form to send in a trade request with the sum you wish to trade. After opening the trade request it is possible to discuss with the trader in LocalBitcoins.com messaging system.

Open trade requests and message inbox can be found under Dashboard under your user profile page. You can send and receive messages with the trader there.

For more information see quick buy guide.

After sending the trade request you get the payment details.

Trader may not publish the payment details directly and asks you to contact to get the exact account name needed for the payment. In this case, send a LocalBitcoins.com message to the the trader and ask for the further details.

When buying bitcoins online, the payment window is 90 minutes, but this may vary depending on the payment method and the terms of the trade.

If you need help on how to make the payment use LocalBitcoins.com messaging to discuss with the trader how to make the payment.

You can cancel the trade before making the payment. You find open trades under Dashboard in your user profile.