New customers
Bitcoiners actively look for places where they can pay with bitcoin, including when they travel. Accepting it makes your business stand out to them.
For businesses
Accept Bitcoin in your business
New customers, low fees and set up within minutes. Bitcoin Friesland helps you get started.
What’s in it for you
Why Bitcoin is interesting for your business
Accepting Bitcoin is more than an extra payment method. It brings new customers and extra visibility, at low cost.
On the Bitcoin map
Bitcoiners find your business on the Bitcoin Friesland map, and "Pay here with Bitcoin" stickers on your door show it right away.
Word of mouth
Bitcoiners like to share new places with each other, online and at meetups.
Low fees
A Lightning payment usually costs a fraction of a cent, far less than the cost of many card payments.
Instant and final
The money arrives within seconds, evenings and weekends included. A bitcoin payment is final: there are no chargebacks like with credit cards.
Start small
You can start with a free app on your phone or tablet. You decide whether to keep the bitcoin you receive or convert it to euros.
Bitcoin Friesland is a volunteer community and does not give paid advice. This is not financial advice; the bitcoin price fluctuates, and we cannot see the future either.
In 4 steps
How to start with Coinos
Several Frisian shops have good experiences with coinos.io: a simple app that lets you receive Bitcoin and Lightning payments right away, without technical knowledge.
Create an account
Sign up at coinos.io with your business name. That name becomes your wallet.
Set up your profile
Add your logo and opening hours.
Receive payments
Let customers scan a QR code. Optionally forward larger amounts to your own wallet.
Let us know
Email us and we will discuss how your business gets on the list and the Bitcoin map, with "Pay here with Bitcoin" stickers.
Which option suits you?
Four ways to receive Bitcoin at the till or in your webshop.
Coinos
Quick to set up, receives on-chain and Lightning. Coinos holds your bitcoin for you.
Wallet of Satoshi
Simple Lightning app for your phone, where you hold your own keys.
BTCPay Server
You run everything yourself and keep full control of your bitcoin. Needs more technical knowledge.
Lightning Checkout
A till app in the browser on your phone or tablet, a WooCommerce webshop plugin and daily payouts, on-chain or via Lightning. No contract.
You are not the first
From Spar City in Leeuwarden to businesses in Sneek, Joure and Heerenveen: the Bitcoin map shows who went before you.
Frequently asked questions
Is Bitcoin sustainable?
The energy impact of Bitcoin mining depends heavily on the electricity source. Mining can use renewable energy and surplus electricity that would otherwise be difficult to use. It is therefore useful to consider the energy source, not only total consumption.
How do I account for Bitcoin?
For tax purposes, Bitcoin is generally treated as an asset in the Netherlands. If you receive Bitcoin as payment, you should record the euro value at the time of transaction. Consult with your accountant about the specific requirements for your business.
How do I use it at my register?
Most businesses use a simple mobile app for Bitcoin payments. Solutions like Coinos, BTCPay Server, or Wallet of Satoshi let you generate a QR code that customers scan. These transactions happen in seconds and are verified immediately on the Lightning Network.
How do I start accepting Bitcoin?
The easiest way to start is with a simple wallet app like Coinos.io. It takes just a few minutes to set up, and you can begin accepting both on-chain Bitcoin and Lightning payments immediately. Make sure to add your business to the Bitcoin map after you start accepting it!
Important: Tax legislation can change. Always consult a certified accountant or tax advisor.
Bitcoin Friesland is a volunteer community and does not give paid advice. This information is educational, not financial advice. You are the boss of your sats, and so of your choices.