Is accepting crypto payments legal for a US business?

Yes. You report received crypto as ordinary income at fair market value on the day received. USDC (a dollar-pegged stablecoin) is the lowest-risk option because its value doesn't fluctuate. Consult a crypto-literate CPA for your specific situation.

How do customers actually pay me in crypto?

You share a wallet address, QR code, or payment link. They send USDC or SOL. You receive it in seconds. Tools like Helio, Sphere Pay, or Coinbase Commerce generate professional payment pages that look like normal checkout flows.

Do I need technical knowledge to accept Solana payments?

Basic setup (getting a wallet, generating a payment link) takes about an hour with no technical background. Services like Coinbase Commerce abstract most of the complexity. You need a business wallet, a way to receive funds, and a process to convert to USD.

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