I still remember the first time someone asked me,

“Hey, do you take crypto?”

I thought they were joking. I mean, me? A small business owner — dealing with Bitcoin and all that?

But the more I looked into it, the more I realized it’s not that complicated.

You don’t need to be a tech expert.

Seriously. If you’ve ever used a UPI app or scanned a QR code, you’re halfway there.

There’s this app called Trust Wallet (you can get it on your phone) — it gives you a wallet address, like your own mini bank account for crypto. Free to set up.

I installed it in 5 minutes while sipping coffee. Not kidding.

What can you accept?

To keep it simple: USDT is your best bet.

Why? Because it's stable. 1 USDT = 1 Dollar.
No up, no down. No shocks.

You could go for Bitcoin or Ethereum, but if you're just starting, USDT makes life easy.

How do I get paid?

This is the part that scared me at first.

Turns out, it’s super simple.

You either:

• Share your wallet address (copy/paste — nothing fancy)

• Or use a tool like NOWPayments to create a link or button people can click.

I use the link option. Looks more professional. Clients don’t get confused.

Is it instant?

Almost. Sometimes it takes a few seconds. Sometimes a few minutes. That’s normal.

Your wallet will notify you.
Just like when you get money on Google Pay or Paytm.

What do I do with the crypto?

You’ve got options.

You can:

• Keep it in your wallet (some folks just save it)

• Or send it to an exchange like Binance or WazirX and cash out.

I usually convert it to INR when I need it.

Is it safe?

Yes — but only if you’re careful.

• Save your recovery phrase. Don’t share it. Ever.

• Double-check the coin type and network before receiving.

• Don’t click on shady links. Same internet rules as always.

Final words

Crypto payments aren’t just for tech bros or startup founders.

They’re for freelancers, small shop owners, cafe guys, and anyone who wants a faster way to get paid.

Try it once. Send ₹100 worth of USDT to yourself. Just to see how it works.

If you mess it up? That’s okay. You’ll learn.

But if you nail it, congratulations. You’re one step into the future.

And if you're ready to make it official, platforms like Cryptiecraft crypto payment gateway can help set you up like a pro.