How to Accept Crypto Payments

Accepting cryptocurrency payments opens your business to millions of crypto-native customers worldwide. This guide walks you through everything you need to know to start accepting crypto payments, from choosing the right solution to handling your first transaction.

Why Accept Crypto Payments?

Cryptocurrency payments offer several advantages over traditional payment methods. First, you gain access to a global customer base without worrying about currency conversion or international wire fees. Crypto transactions are also final, meaning no chargebacks or fraud disputes. Additionally, many crypto-native customers prefer spending their tokens, and offering crypto as a payment option can differentiate your business from competitors.

Choosing a Crypto Payment Processor

When selecting a crypto payment processor, consider: supported cryptocurrencies and blockchains, transaction fees, settlement options (keep crypto vs. convert to fiat), integration complexity, and customer support. Taberna supports payments across Solana, Ethereum, Base, Polygon, and BNB Chain with automatic conversion to stablecoins and easy bank withdrawals.

Step 1: Create Your Account

Sign up for a Taberna account using your email or by connecting your wallet. No lengthy verification process is required for basic usage. You will need to connect a wallet address where you want to receive payments.

Step 2: Connect Your Wallet

Connect the wallet where you want to receive payments. This can be any Solana or EVM-compatible wallet like Phantom, MetaMask, or a hardware wallet. Your wallet address is where funds will be sent after each successful payment.

Step 3: Configure Payment Settings

Choose which blockchains and tokens you want to accept. Enable auto-convert if you want incoming payments automatically converted to USDC or USDT. Set up webhooks if you need real-time payment notifications for your application.

Step 4: Create Products or Payment Links

Create products in your Taberna dashboard or generate payment links for specific amounts. Each product or payment link gets a unique checkout URL you can share with customers. You can also use our API to create payments programmatically.

Step 5: Share and Start Accepting

Share your store URL or embed payment buttons on your website. When customers visit your checkout, they select their preferred crypto and complete the payment through their wallet. You receive instant confirmation once the transaction is confirmed on-chain.

Best Practices

Display accepted cryptocurrencies clearly on your website. Consider offering a small discount for crypto payments to incentivize adoption. Set up email notifications so you never miss a payment. If you are concerned about volatility, enable auto-convert to stablecoins.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to understand blockchain to accept crypto?

No! Taberna handles all the technical complexity. You just need a wallet address to receive payments. The dashboard shows your payments in familiar terms like USD amounts.

What happens if a customer sends the wrong amount?

If a customer underpays, they can top up their payment. If they overpay, you can issue a partial refund from your dashboard. The system tracks exact amounts expected and received.

How long do crypto payments take to confirm?

Most payments confirm within seconds to a few minutes, depending on the blockchain. Solana payments are typically confirmed in under 1 second. Ethereum and other EVM chains take longer depending on network congestion.

Can I accept crypto if I am not in the US?

Yes! Taberna works globally. You can accept crypto payments from anywhere and withdraw to your local bank account in supported regions.

Ready to start?

Put this guide into action and start accepting crypto payments today.

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