BTCPay Server

Overview

BTCPay Server is a self-hosted, open-source cryptocurrency payment processor that allows merchants to accept Bitcoin payments with 0% fees and no third-party involvement. The platform is secure, private, censorship-resistant, and completely free to use.

Merchants can launch a server in the cloud, on their own hardware device, or use an existing host. Funds arrive directly to the merchant's connected wallet — no intermediary holds the funds. BTCPay Server supports 20+ e-commerce integrations including WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento, PrestaShop, OpenCart, Odoo, Wix, BigCommerce, Drupal, Joomla, WHMCS, NopCommerce, GrandNode, and more.

Built-in features include a Point-of-Sale app, tipping buttons, payment links, crowdfunding campaigns, invoicing and accounting with export capabilities, native wallet management with hardware wallet support, and automation via the Greenfield API. BTCPay Server is available in 30+ languages and has been used by major companies including Namecheap ($73M in BTC revenue, 1.1M transactions), Bitcoin Atlantis, Bitcoin People (270 merchants), and Bitcoin Jungle Costa Rica (200+ stores).

Fees & Pricing

BTCPay Server charges 0% fees. It is completely free and open-source. There are no processing fees, no monthly fees, and no third-party fees — merchants receive 100% of the payment directly to their wallet.

Features & Integrations

Self-Hosted & Open-Source: Deploy on your own cloud server, hardware device, or use a shared host. Full control over your payment infrastructure.

0% Fees, No Third-Party: No processing fees and no intermediary. Funds go directly to your connected wallet.

Built-in Apps: Point-of-Sale app, tipping buttons, payment links, and crowdfunding campaigns — all baked into every instance.

Invoicing & Accounting: Generate and manage invoices, get notified when paid, and export in multiple formats for bookkeeping.

Native Wallet Management: Built-in wallet with hardware wallet support for managing incoming and outgoing funds.

20+ E-Commerce Integrations: WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento, PrestaShop, OpenCart, Odoo, Wix, BigCommerce, Drupal, Joomla, WHMCS, NopCommerce, GrandNode, Zapier, and more.

Greenfield API: Full API for managing stores, invoices, users, and automating workflows.

30+ Languages: Available in 30+ languages including Arabic, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Hindi, French, German, Spanish, and more.

Pros & Cons

Pros

Completely free and open-source
0% fees — no third-party involvement
Self-hosted for full control and privacy
20+ e-commerce integrations
Built-in POS, tipping, crowdfunding apps
Hardware wallet support
30+ languages
Used by Namecheap ($73M BTC revenue)

Cons

Requires technical knowledge to self-host
Primarily Bitcoin-focused (other coins via plugins)
No built-in fiat settlement

Frequently Asked Questions

Is BTCPay Server really free?

Yes. BTCPay Server is completely free and open-source. There are 0% processing fees, no monthly fees, and no third-party fees. You only pay for your own hosting infrastructure.

Do I need to be technical to use BTCPay Server?

Not necessarily. You can use a shared server if you're not tech-savvy, or deploy your own instance on cloud servers or hardware devices. The documentation covers everything from setup to advanced features.

Does BTCPay Server hold my funds?

No. BTCPay Server is non-custodial. Funds arrive directly to your connected wallet — no intermediary ever holds your money.

Which e-commerce platforms does BTCPay Server support?

BTCPay Server supports 20+ platforms including WooCommerce, Shopify, Magento, PrestaShop, OpenCart, Odoo, Wix, BigCommerce, Drupal, Joomla, WHMCS, NopCommerce, GrandNode, Zapier, and more.