HiddenSwap has introduced HiddenPay, a no-KYC solution that allows creators, developers, and small businesses to accept crypto donations and payments in any cryptocurrency while receiving funds in Monero, Bitcoin, or any preferred coin directly to their personal wallets. No account creation or identity verification is required, and the funds are never managed by a third party.
Built on the foundation of HiddenSwap’s account-free crypto swap platform centered around Monero, HiddenPay is a complimentary tool designed for generating crypto donation buttons, README badges, payment links, and embeddable payment widgets. Users simply input a wallet address, select their desired receiving coin, and within roughly a minute, they obtain a shareable link along with customizable buttons.
The Challenge: Most Supporters Don’t Hold the Coin You Want
Those familiar with displaying a Monero address on a website understand the common scenario. Visitors are eager to contribute, but the majority possess Bitcoin, Ether, or USDT rather than XMR. Converting these assets requires finding a service, executing a swap, waiting for confirmation, and returning to complete the transaction—a process few are willing to undertake.
Traditional methods for accepting crypto payments typically involve tradeoffs. Hosted payment processors often mandate merchant accounts, extensive registration procedures, and temporary custody of funds until disbursement. Displaying a single address maintains privacy and simplicity but only accommodates individuals already holding that specific coin.
HiddenPay eliminates this dilemma by functioning as both a crypto payment link and a donation button simultaneously—a unified link that accepts multiple coins and consistently distributes payments in the user’s chosen currency.
How HiddenPay Works
- Create a link. Select the coin you want to receive (e.g., Monero), paste your address, and optionally add a name and note. No signup or email is needed.
- Share it everywhere. Embed the button on your website, display the badge in your GitHub README, insert the BBCode in a forum post, showcase the QR code during a live stream, or include the plain link in your social media bio.
- Get paid in your coin. Supporters open the link, choose the coin they hold, and send it. Each transaction undergoes an individual swap, delivering the selected coin directly to your wallet.
Each link operates in two modes:
- Donation links: Payers determine the amount. Creators can specify a recommended amount and a minimum threshold.
- Payment links: Creators set a fixed amount they wish to receive (e.g., 0.25 XMR). HiddenPay calculates the equivalent value in the payer’s coin using a fixed rate where applicable, ensuring the creator receives at least the specified amount.
Individuals who already hold the creator’s preferred coin can send funds directly to the address without requiring a swap.
Designed for Privacy From the First Interaction
HiddenPay adheres to the same principles as the broader HiddenSwap ecosystem: minimize data collection and never retain user funds.
- No accounts. Instead of logging in, creators receive a one-time owner key that grants access to their dashboard for managing payments and settings. HiddenSwap retains only a hashed version of this key.
- Non-custodial by design. There is no balance to withdraw and no payout schedule. Every transaction moves directly from the payer through a single swap to the creator’s address.
- Payers remain private. Users see the link name, note, and final characters of the address. They are never required to provide a name or email.
- Optional encrypted notifications. Creators may add an email address to receive alerts about new payments. This information is stored encrypted, verified through confirmation, and never shared.
- Functional in Tor Browser and without JavaScript. Both creators and payers can use HiddenPay seamlessly in privacy-focused environments.
The payout address associated with a link cannot be modified. Should an owner key be lost or compromised, payments cannot be redirected; the creator simply generates a new link.
A Monero Payment Gateway Without the Overhead
Many Monero enthusiasts seek a straightforward method to accept XMR payments from individuals who do not currently hold the asset. HiddenPay addresses this need without requiring a merchant account, API keys, or dedicated server infrastructure. Creators aiming to collect Monero donations can do so via a single link, while supporters contribute using BTC, ETH, USDT, LTC, SOL, and numerous other cryptocurrencies.
Acceptance is not limited to Monero. Creators can opt for Bitcoin, USDT on Tron or Ethereum, or other supported coins as their payout destination, with identical buttons and badges functioning across all options.
Customizable Buttons for Every Website
A crypto payment button proves ineffective unless it captures attention and instills trust. HiddenPay provides a comprehensive customization suite:
- Five button styles: Solid, outline, soft, night (optimized for light backgrounds), and paper (designed for dark backgrounds).
- Three shapes and three sizes: Ranging from a compact pill to a large square call-to-action.
- Six text options: Donate, Tip, Support, Sponsor, Contribute, or Pay, with additional phrases like “with any coin,” “with crypto,” or no extra wording.
- Full color control: Choose any color, with automatic text contrast adjustment for readability.
- Four README badge styles: Positioned alongside build and license badges on GitHub, Codeberg, and GitLab repositories.
- Embeddable pay boxes: Available in dark, light, or site-specific color schemes.
All buttons and badges are rendered as static images with accompanying links. No scripts execute on the creator’s page, ensuring compatibility with GitHub, forums, and sites with strict security policies. Creators can modify appearances through their dashboard, with changes reflecting across all embedded instances within minutes. Developers may also configure settings directly via the image URL, such as button.svg?style=outline&color=3b82f6.
For open-source maintainers, HiddenSwap has published a detailed guide on integrating a crypto donation button into a GitHub README, including instructions for listing the link on GitHub’s Sponsor feature.
Who HiddenPay Serves
- Open-source projects seeking multi-coin donations via README badges.
- Writers, newsletters, and podcasters desiring globally accessible tip buttons.
- Communities and self-hosted platforms like Lemmy and Mastodon instances or public nodes that fund operations independently of traditional payment providers.
- Freelancers and small retailers issuing exact-amount payment links and preferring compensation in their own coin.
Pricing
Creating and maintaining a HiddenPay link incurs no cost. When supporters pay using a different coin, the transaction follows standard HiddenSwap swap protocols, with fees already incorporated into the visible rate as outlined on the HiddenSwap fees page. Creators face no additional charges. Payments made directly in the creator’s preferred coin are entirely fee-free.
Availability
HiddenPay is now live at hiddenswap.com/pay. Compatible with desktop and mobile devices, Tor networks, and JavaScript-free environments, a new link can be created in approximately one minute.
Individuals interested in transferring funds between cryptocurrencies can continue utilizing the standard HiddenSwap service, such as swapping Bitcoin for Monero without an account.
About HiddenSwap
HiddenSwap is a non-custodial crypto-to-crypto swap service requiring no account, signup, or email. Featuring transparent upfront pricing, Tor Browser support, and minimal data retention, it prioritizes user autonomy and privacy. For more information, visit the official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is HiddenPay free?
Yes. Link creation and maintenance carry no cost. Swap fees for cross-coin transactions are included in the rate displayed to payers. Direct payments in the creator’s own coin incur zero fees.
Do I need an account or ID to accept crypto donations with HiddenPay?
No. Simply paste an address and generate a link. The owner key serves as the sole credential for management.
Does HiddenPay hold my funds?
No. Each payment executes as an individual swap, transferring the chosen coin directly to the address specified in the link. No balances are stored.
Can I accept Monero from people who only hold Bitcoin or USDT?
Yes. This represents the primary use case. Payers can select any supported coin, and creators receive XMR.
Can I charge an exact amount?
Yes. Use a payment link and define the precise amount you want to receive. The system will calculate the corresponding value in the payer’s coin.
Does it work on GitHub and forums?
Yes. Buttons and badges are static images with links, making them compatible with README files, forum posts, and any platform supporting image embedding.