My strongest advice to everyone on the fence about investing in bitcoin:

1)Get exchange access as it can take weeks to setup up your account and verify your identity to a level that allows to freely buy crypto with fiat and sell crypto for fiat.

2)Then buy enough bitcoin to purchase a hardware wallet like trezor or ledger.

3)Download a phone based wallet and transfer the bitcoin.

4)proceed to complete your first ever bitcoin purchase by buying the hardware wallet.

5)When it arrives transfer any remaining bitcoin you have from the purchase to your new hardware wallet.

Now you understand the mechanics of using bitcoin. Even if you remain on the fence, if you do eventually decide to buy you won't be waiting weeks to get your investment locked in. You have the means to purchase quickly and store safely.