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How to Fund your Bringin Account

This article explains how users can fund their Bringin account with bank transfers or Bitcoin in the mobile app.

Updated over 3 weeks ago

Fund Your Bringin Account with Bitcoin

Prerequisite: KYC Verification

Before selling BTC, you need to complete KYC verification. If you haven’t done so yet, follow our KYC Guide to get started.

1. Log in to the Android/iOS Application

2. Add funds to your Bringin account

  • Tap on "Add funds"

  • Select "Bitcoin Transfer"

  • Choose if you want to sell BTC on-chain or on Lightning (instant)

  • Specify the amount of BTC you want to sell (in BTC or in EUR depending on whether you chose Lightning or on-chain). If you want to use Lightning, you can also send your BTC directly to your personal Lightning URL. You can find it in the app above your transaction history.

  • Check that everythig is correct.

3. Proceed with the payment

  • Send your BTC to the on-chain address shown in the app or pay the corresponding Lightning invoice. You can either scan the QR code that appears on the screen or copy the address/invoice.

  • Your EUR will be credited to your vIBAN.

Fund Your Bringin Account with Fiat

1. Log in to the Android/iOS Application

2. Add funds to your Bringin account

  • Tap on "Add funds"

  • Select "Bank Transfer"

  • You will then see your vIBAN and the bank information to make a payment.

  • Make a payment from a bank account in your name. We're planning to support payments to/from third-party bank accounts in the future.

  • If your bank supports SEPA instant, your EUR will be credited in a matter of seconds. PLease note that it could take longer if your bank doesn't support SEPA instant and/or the payment is done over the weekend.

Your Bringin account is now funded! You can spend your money with your card or use it to buy BTC on-chain or on Lightning and start living on sound money!

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