BTCPay Server

C
C tier on Crypto Payment ProcessorsScore 6.9 · #2 of 20
Android app
Not listed
Free plan
Yes
Runs on
api, Linux, self-hosted, Web
btcpayserver.org
The BTCPay Server homepage

Summary

BTCPay Server is free, open-source cryptocurrency payment processing software that merchants host themselves. It has no subscriptions or transaction fees, and payments go directly to wallets controlled by the merchant rather than being held by BTCPay. Users can create and manage invoices, receive payment notifications, and export invoices for bookkeeping. Built-in apps include a point of sale, tipping buttons, payment links, and crowdfunding campaigns. Wallet management includes hardware wallet support. Integrations include WooCommerce, Shopify, Drupal, Magento, and PrestaShop, among other listed commerce platforms. The Greenfield REST API can connect commerce applications, automate BTCPay instances, and support client libraries. For on-chain transactions using an existing wallet, it requires public wallet information rather than the master private key. Third-party hosted accounts may not include Lightning by default, wallet rescanning, or server-setting access. BTCPay supports hosted invoice checkout, payment requests, HTML payment buttons, e-commerce plugins, point of sale, and API or custom integration. It supports self-hosted, Linux, and web use, with API support.

Who it is for

BTCPay Server suits merchants, freelancers, charities, content creators, and privacy-minded individuals who want cryptocurrency payments directed to their own wallets.

What is good

  • No subscriptions or transaction fees.
  • Payments go directly to merchant-controlled wallets.
  • Includes invoices, payment notifications, and bookkeeping exports.
  • Provides wallet management with hardware wallet support.
  • Offers multiple checkout and integration options.

What to know first

  • Users host the software themselves unless using a third party.
  • Third-party hosted accounts may lack Lightning by default.
  • Hosted accounts may lack wallet rescanning and server settings.

Verdict

BTCPay Server gives merchants self-hosted cryptocurrency payment tools without subscriptions or transaction fees. Consider the third-party hosting limits if you do not plan to host it yourself.

BTCPay Server plans and pricing

All plans
BTCPay Server Free No subscriptions · No transaction fees docs.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026

Compared on crypto payment processors

Free plan
Yesbtcpayserver.org
Settlement type
cryptobtcpayserver.org
Hosted checkout
Yesbtcpayserver.org
Crypto invoices
Yesbtcpayserver.org
Payment API
Yesbtcpayserver.org
Checkout methods
hosted invoice checkout, payment requests, HTML payment buttons, e-commerce plugins, point of sale, API/custom integrationbtcpayserver.org
Supported platforms
WooCommerce, Shopify, Drupal, Magento, PrestaShop, OpenCart, Odoo, Wix, BigCommerce, Invoice Ninja, Ghost, ECWID, WHMCS, Joomla VirtueMart, NopCommerce, GrandNode, SmartStore, Pretixbtcpayserver.org

Facts

Payment processing
BTCPay Server is self-hosted, open-source cryptocurrency payment processing software.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Fees
The project describes BTCPay as free, with no subscriptions or transaction fees.docs.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Payments
Payments go directly to wallets controlled by the merchant, and BTCPay does not hold funds as a payment intermediary.docs.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Built-in apps
Built-in apps include Point of Sale, tipping buttons, payment links, and crowdfunding campaigns.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Invoices
Users can create and manage invoices, receive payment notifications, and export invoices for bookkeeping.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Wallets
BTCPay includes wallet management with hardware wallet support.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Integrations
The project lists integrations including WooCommerce, Shopify, Drupal, Magento, and PrestaShop.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
API
The Greenfield REST API can connect commerce applications, automate BTCPay instances, and support client libraries.docs.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Security
Using an existing wallet for on-chain transactions requires public wallet information rather than the master private key.docs.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Third-party hosting limits
Third-party hosted accounts may lack Lightning by default, wallet rescanning, and access to server settings.docs.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Support
The project directs users to its documentation, GitHub, and community channels for help.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Who it is for
The project identifies merchants, freelancers, charities, content creators, and privacy-minded individuals among its users.docs.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026
Project status
BTCPay Server describes itself as an open-source project rather than a company.btcpayserver.org · 30 Sept 2026

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