What is BitPay?
BitPay provides a complete cryptocurrency ecosystem designed for both individual users and businesses. The platform features a self-custody wallet that allows users to securely store multiple cryptocurrencies across top blockchain networks. Users can instantly buy Bitcoin and hundreds of other cryptocurrencies at competitive rates through provider comparisons, ensuring transparent pricing and multiple payment options.
The platform enables seamless crypto transactions including swapping thousands of crypto pairs, paying bills with cryptocurrency for expenses like credit cards and mortgages, and spending crypto through gift cards. For businesses, BitPay offers payment processing solutions with daily fiat settlements, industry-leading compliance programs, and support for various cryptocurrencies and tokens across multiple blockchain networks.
Features
- Self-Custody Wallet: Securely store multiple cryptocurrencies across top blockchain networks
- Crypto Buying: Purchase Bitcoin and hundreds of cryptocurrencies at competitive rates with transparent pricing
- Crypto Swapping: Exchange thousands of cryptocurrency pairs instantly
- Bill Payments: Pay bills including credit cards and mortgages using cryptocurrency
- Business Payment Processing: Accept crypto payments with daily fiat settlements and compliance programs
- Multi-Currency Support: Support for Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, stablecoins and various tokens
- Real-Time Rates: Access to real-time cryptocurrency exchange rates for transactions
- Settlement Flexibility: Receive settlements in local currency, cryptocurrency, or any combination
Use Cases
- Securely storing multiple cryptocurrencies in a self-custody wallet
- Buying cryptocurrencies at competitive rates with transparent pricing
- Swapping between different cryptocurrency pairs instantly
- Paying bills and expenses using cryptocurrency instead of traditional currency
- Businesses accepting cryptocurrency payments from customers
- Managing crypto assets across multiple blockchain networks
- Spending cryptocurrency through gift cards and merchant payments
- Processing crypto donations and payouts for organizations
FAQs
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What cryptocurrencies does BitPay support?
BitPay supports Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Litecoin, XRP, various stablecoins like USDC and DAI, and tokens including Shiba Inu and ApeCoin across multiple blockchain networks. -
How does BitPay's pricing work for businesses?
BitPay uses tiered transaction rates based on monthly volume, starting at 2% + 25¢ for transactions under $500,000 USD, with lower rates for higher volumes, plus additional fees for high-risk industries. -
Can I pay bills with cryptocurrency through BitPay?
Yes, BitPay allows users to pay bills including credit cards, mortgages, and other expenses using cryptocurrency from their wallet.
