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Bybit Pay is launching Mastercard Crypto Credential™, to make on-chain transfers simpler and safer with username-based sending and built-in compatibility checks.
Send crypto with a username
With Bybit Pay and Mastercard Crypto Credential™, you can replace long blockchain addresses with an easy-to-use username based on your email address or phone number. Every transfer is automatically checked for asset and chain compatibility, so your crypto arrives safely.
What is Mastercard Crypto Credential™?
Mastercard Crypto Credential™ is the simple and secure experience to send and receive crypto. It replaces complex blockchain addresses with short, memorable usernames to reduce errors and help you send with confidence. You can easily transact with other enrolled users seamlessly and confidence that your crypto will be in safe hands, not the wrong hands.
Benefits of using Mastercard Crypto Credential™
- Send and receive crypto using your email address or phone number instead of a wallet address
- Reduce mistakes with automatic asset and chain compatibility checks
- Transfer on-chain with more confidence when sending to enrolled users
How to get started
Step 1: Activate Bybit Pay
Step 2: Go to the Receive Page, tap the "Mastercard Crypto Credential" button then tap Register
Step 3: Choose the Email Address or Mobile Number registered with Bybit and click on Continue.
Step 4: Select your preferred networks and tap Confirm to proceed. Bybit will automatically suggest the networks you most commonly use.
After completing the registration, you can tap Share to invite your friends to register via an invitation link.
Once you are enrolled, you can send to other enrolled users using a username instead of a wallet address.
Make every transfer feel as easy as sending a message, with Bybit Pay and Mastercard Crypto Credential™.
Learn more
FAQ - Mastercard Crypto Credential™ on Bybit Pay
Source: Bybit Official Announcement — originally published on Thu, 12 Feb 2026 09:00:00 GMT.
