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Microsoft

Top up your Microsoft account balance for Xbox, games, and apps using Bitcoin, Ethereum, or USDC via BitPay.

https://account.microsoft.com/

Payment details

Processor
BitPay
Payment methods
On-chain (Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, and Ethereum) · Stablecoins (USD Coin)

Fees & settlement

  • · BitPay charges the merchant a processing fee (typically 1–2% + $0.25 per transaction); it isn't added to your crypto payment.
  • · BitPay settles with the merchant in fiat (or crypto, at the merchant's choice).
  • · Bitcoin is paid on-chain — standard Bitcoin network fees apply to your transfer.
  • · Stablecoins keep your payment amount stable between checkout and confirmation.
  • · Ethereum payments incur network gas fees.

How checkout works

  1. Select cryptocurrency as your payment method at checkout — you're sent to BitPay's payment page.
  2. BitPay shows a QR code or payment address for the coin you chose; send the exact amount from your wallet.
  3. Complete the payment within the invoice window (about 15 minutes).
  4. Once the transaction is confirmed on the blockchain, the order is verified and processed.

Accepted coins

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Added March 21, 2026

Last verified March 21, 2026

Frequently asked questions

Does Microsoft accept cryptocurrency?

Yes, Microsoft accepts cryptocurrency. You can pay with Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, and USD Coin directly at checkout. Payments are processed through BitPay, an established crypto payment gateway.

How do I pay with cryptocurrency at Microsoft?

To pay with cryptocurrency at Microsoft, select the crypto payment option at checkout. You'll be redirected to BitPay's payment page, where you scan the QR code or copy the address and send the exact amount from your wallet. Complete the payment within the invoice window, and Microsoft confirms the order once the transaction is verified on the blockchain.

Which cryptocurrencies does Microsoft accept?

Microsoft accepts Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, and USD Coin. You can choose whichever asset works best for your wallet at checkout.

Can I buy games or in-game items at Microsoft with crypto?

Yes, Microsoft accepts Bitcoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum, and USD Coin for games, credits, and in-game purchases at checkout.

Does Microsoft accept stablecoins like USDC or USDT?

Yes, Microsoft accepts stablecoins such as USD Coin. Stablecoins are pegged to a reserve asset like the US dollar, so the amount you pay stays stable between checkout and confirmation instead of swinging with market volatility.

Who processes cryptocurrency payments for Microsoft?

Payments at Microsoft are handled through BitPay, a dedicated crypto payment gateway. You're redirected to BitPay's checkout to complete the payment, and Microsoft confirms the order once the transaction is verified.

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