Bitcoin Tutorial / How To Pay

This tutorial covers everything you need to know about Bitcoin (BTC). From wallets, how to buy BTC, and how to pay. Below is an interactive table of contents - click any section to jump straight to it. We hope you find this helpful!
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    Section 1: Understanding Wallets

    What is a Bitcoin Wallet?

    A bitcoin wallet is a digital application that allows you to store, send, and receive bitcoin. Think of it like a digital bank account specifically for cryptocurrency. Your wallet contains a unique address (similar to an account number) that you’ll use to receive bitcoin from others.

    Our Recommended Wallets

    For beginners, we recommend starting with one of these trusted and user-friendly options:

    1.    Cash  App:- The easiest option for most users. Simple interface, quick setup, and widely trusted.
    2.    Venmo:- Great if you already use Venmo for payments. Seamless integration with your existing account.
    3.    PayPal:- Familiar platform for millions of users. Easy to buy and hold bitcoin.

    These apps are beginner-friendly because they handle the complex technical aspects of bitcoin for you, allowing you to focus on simply buying and using your cryptocurrency.

    Section 2: Getting Started

    Step 1: Register for an Account

    Choose one of the recommended wallets above and download the app to your phone or visit their website. Create an account by providing:

    1. Your email address
    2. A secure password
    3. Your phone number for verification

    Step 2: Verify Your Identity

    Due to financial regulations, you’ll need to verify your identity. This typically involves:

    1. Uploading a photo of your government-issued ID (driver’s license or passport)
    2. Taking a selfie for facial verification
    3. Providing your social security number (for US users)
    4. Confirming your address

    This process usually takes just a few minutes, though approval can take up to 24 hours in some cases.

    Step 3: Buy Bitcoin

    Once your account is verified:

    1. Link your bank account, debit card, or credit card to your wallet
    2. Navigate to the “Buy Bitcoin” or “Buy Crypto” section
    3. Enter the amount you want to purchase 
    4. Review the transaction details and fees
    5. Confirm your purchase

    Your bitcoin will appear in your wallet within minutes to a few hours, depending on the platform.

    Section 3: How to Pay with Bitcoin

    Paying with bitcoin involves scanning a QR code or copying a bitcoin address. Here’s how to do it depending on your device setup:

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    1. Phone with Computer
    2. Phone Only
    3. Computer Only

    Phone with Computer

    This is the most common scenario when making a purchase online from your computer.

    Steps:

    1. On your computer, proceed to checkout and select “Pay with BTCPay”
    2. A QR code with a bitcoin address will appear on your screen
    3. Open your bitcoin wallet app on your phone
    4. Tap “Send”, “Pay”, or may be represented by a button with arrows up and down
    5. Tap the QR code scanner icon
    6. Point your phone’s camera at the QR code on your computer screen
    7. The payment address will auto-fill
    8. Input payment amount, if not auto filled from QR code
    9. Review the details and confirm the payment
    10. Wait for confirmation (increase your network fees to accelerate transaction speeds)

    Tips: Make sure the amount matches exactly what you’re supposed to pay. Bitcoin transactions cannot be reversed, so double-check before confirming.

    Phone Only

    When you’re shopping or making a payment entirely from your phone.

    Steps:

    1. On your phone’s browser, proceed to checkout and select “Pay with BTCPay”
    2. A bitcoin address and amount will be displayed
    3. Tap the overlapping squares to the right of the bitcoin address to copy it
    4. Switch to your bitcoin wallet app (don’t close your browser)
    5. Tap “Send”, “Pay”, or may be represented by a button with arrows up and down
    6. Paste the bitcoin address into the recipient field
    7. Enter the payment amount shown at the top of the QR code
    8. Review the details carefully
    9. Confirm the payment
    10. Switch back to your browser to see the confirmation

    Tips: Use the split-screen or app-switching feature on your phone to make this easier. Keep both the browser and wallet app open so you can reference the payment details.

    Computer Only

    When using bitcoin stored on your computer or when your phone isn’t available.

    Steps:

    1. Navigate to checkout and select “Pay with BTCPay”
    2. A QR code and bitcoin address will be displayed
    3. Open your bitcoin wallet on your computer (or access it via web browser)
    4. Tap “Send”, “Pay”, or may be represented by a button with arrows up and down
    5. Copy the bitcoin address from the payment page and paste it into your wallet
    6. Enter the exact payment amount at the top of the QR code
    7. Review the transaction fee and total
    8. Confirm the payment
    9. Wait for the transaction confirmation on the payment page

    Tips: Most desktop wallets allow you to click the bitcoin address to automatically copy it. You can also use your phone to scan the QR code if your computer has a webcam and your wallet supports it.

    Section 4: Video Tutorials

    Visual learners? We’ve got you covered with step-by-step video guides for each platform.

    Cash App Video Tutorial
    Venmo Video Tutorial
    PayPal Video Tutorial
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