Bitwage

Bitwage is the leading stablecoin and cryptocurrency payroll platform, founded in 2014 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company enables businesses and freelancers to pay and receive wages globally in cryptocurrency, stablecoins, or local currency, with payments reaching nearly 200 countries. Having processed over $400 million in payroll and serving 90,000+ registered workers across 4,500+ registered companies, Bitwage has maintained a spotless security record with zero breaches since inception.

Core Products/Services

Bitwage offers a comprehensive suite of global workforce payment solutions:

• Global Payroll: Same-day payments to nearly 200 countries in local currencies, stablecoins, or cryptocurrencies, with competitive FX rates and mass pay capabilities.
• W2 Crypto Benefits: Compliant crypto payroll benefits for US W2 employees, integrating with existing HRIS and payroll systems. Employees can opt to receive part or all of their post-tax wages in cryptocurrency, with blue-chip crypto options only.
• Crypto-Funded Payroll: Allows companies to fund payroll using stablecoins or cryptocurrency (e.g., USDC, BTC) while workers choose to receive payments in their preferred local currency or crypto. Integrates with payroll providers such as ADP, Gusto, and TriNet.
• Payroll & Beyond: Invoice management, expense tracking, and accounting automation features including ledger codes, reporting exports, and integrations with time-tracking tools like Hubstaff and WebWork.
• Payroll API: A developer-facing API suite including a Direct Deposit API and Payouts API, enabling platforms such as wallets, exchanges, HRIS systems, and freelance marketplaces to embed crypto payroll and payout capabilities.

Key Strengths

Bitwage differentiates itself through ten years of operational security with zero breaches, regulatory compliance expertise for US W2 crypto benefits, a broad international reach to nearly 200 countries, and deep integrations with existing payroll infrastructure. The platform is SOC-compliant (Thoropass SOC certified) and backed by advisors with experience in AML compliance, IT security, and fintech.

Notable Clients/Projects

Bitwage has been featured in CoinDesk, Business Insider, and CNBC for enabling real-world crypto payroll adoption, including NFL players and remote tech workers taking salaries in Bitcoin. Client testimonials include Baires Dev (a major software outsourcing company) and Fluid Truck.

Why Choose Bitwage

Bitwage is the most established crypto payroll provider in the industry, with a decade of operation, proven compliance infrastructure, and a flexible platform that meets the needs of both US-based employers offering crypto benefits and globally distributed teams. Its API offering allows other platforms to embed payroll and payout functionality, making it a strategic infrastructure partner for the broader Web3 and fintech ecosystem.