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Cryptocurrency Payments

Vares supports multiple cryptocurrencies, giving you flexibility in how you pay for EV charging.

Supported Cryptocurrencies

Bitcoin (BTC)

The original and most established cryptocurrency:
  • Highly secure and decentralized
  • Widely recognized and accepted
  • Perfect for long-term value storage
  • Transaction fees: 1-2%

Ethereum (ETH)

The leading smart contract platform:
  • Fast transaction processing
  • Lower fees compared to Bitcoin
  • Supports advanced features
  • Transaction fees: 1-2%

Stablecoins

Price-stable cryptocurrencies pegged to fiat currencies:
  • USDC - USD Coin (1 USDC = 1 USD)
  • USDT - Tether (1 USDT = 1 USD)
  • DAI - Decentralized stablecoin
  • Transaction fees: 1-2%

Solana (SOL)

Fast and low-cost blockchain:
  • Lightning-fast transactions
  • Minimal network fees
  • Eco-friendly consensus mechanism
  • Transaction fees: 1-2%

Transaction Process

1

Select Cryptocurrency

Choose your preferred cryptocurrency from the payment screen
2

Review Amount

Confirm the amount in both crypto and USD equivalent
3

Approve Transaction

Sign the transaction in your connected wallet
4

Confirmation

Transaction confirmed within seconds to minutes
5

Charging Begins

Your EV begins charging immediately after confirmation

Fee Structure

All fees are transparent and displayed before you confirm:
CryptocurrencyNetwork FeeVares FeeTotal
BitcoinVariable1%1-2%
EthereumVariable1%1-2%
StablecoinsLow1%1-2%
SolanaMinimal1%1-2%

Real-Time Exchange Rates

Vares uses live market data to ensure you always get fair pricing:
  • Updates every 30 seconds
  • Based on major exchange rates
  • No markup or hidden conversions
  • Locked rate during transaction

Security Features

Wallet Integration

  • Non-custodial - You maintain full control of your funds
  • Multi-wallet support - Use any compatible wallet
  • No account creation required - Just connect and pay
  • Instant disconnection - Revoke access anytime

Transaction Protection

  • Signature verification - Only you can authorize payments
  • Amount confirmation - Double-check before sending
  • Transaction limits - Protect against large unauthorized transfers
  • Fraud detection - Advanced monitoring systems

Tips for Success

Use Stablecoins for Predictable Costs - If you want to avoid price volatility, stablecoins like USDC offer consistent pricing.
Solana for Speed - SOL transactions are the fastest and cheapest on our platform, perfect for quick charging sessions.
Check Network Fees - During peak times, blockchain network fees may increase. Plan accordingly for optimal savings.

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