Guide 7 min read · March 28, 2026

How to Pay for API Services with Bitcoin and Ethereum

A guide to paying for TickAtlas API access using cryptocurrency. Covers supported coins, the payment flow, subscription management, and why crypto payments make sense for trading APIs.

By the TickAtlas team

Why Crypto Payments for a Trading API?

If you are building trading bots and analyzing crypto markets, paying for your tools with crypto makes practical sense. No bank intermediaries, no cross-border fees, and no need to share traditional financial details. TickAtlas accepts cryptocurrency payments through NOWPayments for all subscription plans.

Supported Cryptocurrencies

BTC

Bitcoin

ETH

Ethereum

USDT

Tether (TRC-20/ERC-20)

USDC

USD Coin

LTC

Litecoin

100+

Other coins via NOWPayments

How the Payment Flow Works

Choose your plan on the pricing page (Starter, Pro, or Enterprise).

Select cryptocurrency as your payment method. Choose BTC, ETH, USDT, or any supported coin.

Send the payment to the displayed wallet address. The amount is calculated at the current exchange rate with a 15-minute payment window.

Automatic activation. Once the transaction is confirmed on-chain, your API key is activated immediately. No manual review needed.

One-Time vs Recurring Payments

Credit-Based (One-Time)

Pay for a specific number of API credits. No recurring commitment. Credits never expire. Best for testing or irregular usage.

bash

// Payment confirmation webhook
{
  "payment_status": "confirmed",
  "pay_amount": 0.0015,
  "pay_currency": "btc",
  "credits_added": 50000
}

Subscription (Recurring)

Monthly auto-renewal via NOWPayments recurring billing. You approve the subscription once and it renews automatically.

bash

// Subscription confirmation
{
  "subscription_status": "active",
  "plan": "pro",
  "next_billing": "2026-04-28",
  "pay_currency": "eth"
}

Verifying Your Payment Programmatically

After payment, you can verify your account status and remaining credits through the API:

python

import requests

API_KEY = "your_api_key_here"
BASE_URL = "https://tickatlas.com/v1"

# Check account status after payment
resp = requests.get(f"{BASE_URL}/account", headers={
    "X-API-Key": API_KEY
})

account = resp.json()["data"]
print(f"Plan: {account['plan']}")
print(f"Credits remaining: {account['credits_remaining']}")
print(f"Subscription active: {account['subscription_active']}")
print(f"Expires: {account['expires_at']}")

Tips for Crypto Payments

Use Stablecoins for Predictable Pricing

If you want to avoid exchange rate fluctuations during the payment window, use USDT or USDC. The amount you send equals the plan price exactly.

Check Gas Fees

Ethereum gas fees can be significant for small payments. For plans under $50, consider using LTC, TRC-20 USDT, or Bitcoin Lightning (where available) for lower fees.

Save the Transaction ID

Keep your blockchain transaction ID as a receipt. If there is any issue with activation, the transaction ID is all you need for support resolution.

Pricing Plans

Plan	Price/mo	API Calls
Free	$0	1,000/day
Starter	$29	50,000/day
Pro	$99	500,000/day
Enterprise	Custom	Unlimited

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