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Some operators add cryptocurrency alongside cards and bank methods. The technical questions are different from card payments, and the legal questions depend heavily on where you operate.
Decide how you will integrate
You can use a payment processor that handles wallets and blockchain monitoring, or run your own infrastructure. A processor is faster to launch and moves some operational burden away. Your own infrastructure gives more control and more responsibility.
Confirmations and finality
A transaction seen on the network is not final. Decide how many confirmations you require for each currency before crediting a deposit, and show the player a clear pending state while they wait.
Volatility and conversion
Crypto prices move. Choose whether you hold crypto, convert immediately to a stable currency, or credit players in a platform currency. Record the exchange rate used on every deposit and withdrawal so your ledger stays explainable.
Addresses and mistakes
Use a fresh deposit address per request where possible and match deposits to players reliably. Plan for the common mistakes: wrong network, underpayment, overpayment and late payments. Each needs a defined support path.
Withdrawals need extra care
Withdrawals are irreversible. Require identity and risk checks first, add limits and manual review for large amounts, and protect signing keys with strong controls. Separate hot wallets with limited balances from storage that is kept offline.
Monitor and reconcile
Track incoming and outgoing transactions, fees, and balances against your ledger every day. Screen addresses and transactions as your compliance rules require.
Check the rules first
Whether you can accept a given cryptocurrency, and what checks apply, varies by licence and country. Settle that with legal advisers before you build.
