OpenNode
Cryptocurrency payment gateways
Blockchain software
Cryptocurrency software
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What is OpenNode
OpenNode is a cryptocurrency payment gateway that enables businesses to accept Bitcoin payments and settle in Bitcoin or local currency. It targets online merchants, marketplaces, and platforms that want to add crypto checkout and invoicing without building direct blockchain integrations. The product provides hosted checkout, payment links/invoices, and APIs/webhooks for integrating payments into web and backend systems. It focuses primarily on Bitcoin and Lightning Network payments for faster, lower-fee transactions compared with on-chain-only flows.
Bitcoin and Lightning support
OpenNode supports both on-chain Bitcoin and Lightning Network payments, which can reduce confirmation time and network fees for many transactions. This is useful for high-frequency, low-value payments where on-chain settlement can be slow or costly. The dual support also lets merchants choose the payment rail that fits their operational needs.
Merchant-focused integration options
The product offers a hosted checkout experience alongside APIs and webhooks for custom integrations. This supports common merchant workflows such as invoicing, payment links, and automated order confirmation. Compared with more custody- and treasury-oriented platforms in the space, the feature set is oriented toward payment acceptance and checkout operations.
Settlement and payout flexibility
OpenNode supports settlement in Bitcoin and, depending on jurisdiction and configuration, fiat settlement to reduce direct crypto exposure. This can simplify accounting and cash management for merchants that price in local currency. It also helps businesses that want to accept crypto while minimizing balance-sheet volatility.
Narrow asset coverage
OpenNode is primarily Bitcoin-focused, which can be limiting for merchants that want to accept multiple cryptocurrencies or stablecoins. Some payment gateways in this category support broader asset and network coverage for customer choice. Businesses with multi-asset requirements may need additional providers or custom routing.
Geographic and compliance constraints
Availability of features such as fiat settlement, payouts, and certain onboarding paths can vary by country and regulatory requirements. Merchants may need to complete KYC/AML checks and provide business documentation, which can extend implementation timelines. Some regions may not be supported for specific services.
Less emphasis on enterprise custody
OpenNode is designed mainly for payment acceptance rather than advanced institutional custody, policy controls, and treasury governance. Organizations needing multi-user approval workflows, complex key management, or deep wallet infrastructure may find the platform less aligned with those requirements. In such cases, additional custody or treasury tooling may be necessary.
Plan & Pricing
Pricing model: Pay-as-you-go Free tier/trial: Start for free (no setup, monthly, or annual fees to create an account) — pay only processing/transfer fees. Processing & payout fees: Typical processing fees for payments and payouts: 1%. Withdrawals / transfer fees:
- Bitcoin scheduled weekly transfers: Free.
- Instant on-chain Bitcoin transfers: 1% fee.
- Instant Lightning Network transfers: Free. Currency conversion: OpenNode does not charge conversion fees (conversion is free). USD bank transfers: Scheduled daily transfers (processed next business day) and on-demand transfers (1–2 business days); bank transfer fees and minimums vary by bank partner. Enterprise / volume: Volume discounts and custom quotes available for ISOs, resellers, high-volume or high-value merchants (contact sales).
Seller details
OpenNode
Miami, FL, USA
2018
Private
https://www.opennode.com/
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