How do I get coins on Pokémon GO? [Full Guide]

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Do you need Poké Balls urgently or want to customize your Trainer in Pokémon GO? You'll find what you need in the shop, but only if you have plenty of PokéCoins! Find out how in this guide. get PokéCoins on Pokémon GO.

On the program: several simple and effective methods for get PokéCoinsfor free or almost free. So you can maximize your winnings and enjoy your Pokémon GO adventure to the full. 

PokéCoins are essential for shopping in Pokémon GO
PokéCoins are essential for shopping in the Pokémon GO mobile game. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

How to get free PokéCoins

1. The Defender Bonus

Does your Pokémon GO team have any powerful Pokémon? You can earn PokéCoins by having them defend an arena in your team's colors (blue, yellow or red).

This is the Defender Bonus your Pokémon gets 1 PokéCoin every 10 minutes, until he is ejected from the Arena by an opposing team.

You'll then receive the hard-earned PokéCoins from your little pocket companion.

Important! The Defender Bonus is limited to 50 PokéCoins per day, regardless of how many Arenas you defend during the day.

Defend an Arena to collect 50 PokéCoins per day
Defend an Arena to collect 50 PokéCoins a day. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

Don't forget to give treats to your Pokémon to restore its HP and allow it to stay in the Arena as long as possible. The longer it stays, the more PokéCoins you'll get when it returns!

Don't forget to join the right Pokémon GO team to have the best possible teammates and defense strategy.

2. PokéStops and Raids

You can also get free PokéCoins thanks to PokéStops and Raids.

  • By turning the PhotoDisc of a PokéStopYou'll receive a gift of coins.
  • The awards for Combat raids may also include a few PokéCoins.

3. Special events

Pokémon GO regularly organizes special events which allow you to earn lots of useful items to help you progress in the game. PokéCoins are just one of the potential rewards.

Special events not to be missed include the Community Day which takes place every month, or the Pokémon GO Fest, awaited every year by Trainers from all over the world.

See you next year for another Pokémon GO Fest!
See you next year for another edition of Pokémon GO Fest. ©Alexia for Alucare.fr

Whether recurring or special, don't hesitate to actively participate in events to stock up on unique gifts and get Poképièces for free.  

4. Search quests

Certain quests and studies earn PokéCoins as rewards. As with any quest, you will need to complete various tasks within a set time limit.

And for even more PokéCoins, some special studies earn dozens of coins for every task you complete!

Methods for obtaining PokéCoins by paying

1. The in-game store

You've defended Arenas, participated in events and Raids, completed studies, but still don't have enough coins for your liking?

You can buy PokéCoins on the Shop in your Pokémon GO application.  The store offers a range of pack of PokéCoins according to your needs and budget.

Find different PokéPieces packs on the Pokémon GO mobile game store
Find various PokéPieces packs on the Pokémon GO mobile game store. ©Alexia pour Alucare.fr

To purchase PokéCoins with real money :

  • Click on the batch of parts you're interested in,
  • Finalize your purchase on Google Play or App Store depending on your device (Android or iOS).

Once you've done that, your brand-new PokéCoins will automatically appear in your Pokémon GO application ! You'll be able to exchange them straight away for the items on offer in the Shop.

2. Online Shop

Alternatively, you can buy Poképièces directly on the Pokémon GO online store. 

This option offers several significant advantages:

  • The offers contain more PokéCoins than in the In-Game Shop, but the price remains the same,
  • When you buy from the online store, you'll get hundreds more PokéCoins !
  • You can also enjoy a discount on your first purchase. 
  • It also happens that the Pokémon GO online store offers promotions and special offers. 
Buy PokéCoins from the Pokémon GO online store and earn extra bonus coins
Buy your PokéCoins on the Pokémon GO online store and earn extra bonus coins! ©Alexia pour Alucare.fr

Additional tips for getting coins on Pokémon GO

The best way to earn maximum Free PokéCoins Every day in Pokémon GO, it's all about playing regularly! 

In fact, it takes at least 8 hours in an Arena to collect the 50 PokéCoins from the Defender Bonus. Of course, you can divide this time according to your availability. 

Stay tuned for events so you don't miss any opportunities to fill up on PokéCoins. The Pokémon GO promo codes could also enable you to’get PokéCoins!  

Otherwise, be wary of websites offering PokéCoins illegally. Most of these offers are scams, but more importantly, you run the risk of being banned from Pokémon GO!

You now have all the tools you need to become a successful master of PokéCoins on Pokémon GO! Don't wait any longer to put the tips in this article into practice and stock up on coins. 

Which methods will you try first? Tell us your experiments in comments! 

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Pokemon GO

Released on : July 6, 2016

Developed by : Niantic

Edited by : Niantic

Available on : Android, iOS

Genres : RPG, Multiplayer