WalletConnect

WalletConnect is a leading Web3 infrastructure company that builds trusted connectivity and payments products for the global crypto ecosystem. Founded in 2018 by Pedro Gomes, the company is best known for creating the open WalletConnect Protocol — the industry-standard communication layer enabling secure connections between crypto wallets and decentralized applications. Today, the company operates two distinct platforms: WalletConnect Pay and the WalletConnect Network.

Core Products

WalletConnect Pay is a complete end-to-end crypto and stablecoin payments infrastructure product designed for payment service providers (PSPs) and merchants. It enables businesses to accept cryptocurrency and stablecoin payments both in-store via point-of-sale systems and online via e-commerce checkout flows, all through a single integration that fits cleanly into existing PSP compliance frameworks. WalletConnect Pay supports any wallet, any asset, and any network, settling payments in crypto or fiat with lower acceptance costs and faster settlement times than traditional payment rails. Built-in user rewards incentivize adoption at the merchant level.

WalletConnect Network is the decentralized infrastructure layer underpinning the WalletConnect ecosystem. The network is powered by 20+ world-class node operators and connects 700+ wallets with 70,000+ apps, moving over $1 billion in daily volume. The WalletConnect SDK allows wallet developers to integrate with over 80,000 apps through a single implementation, providing chain-agnostic authentication, session persistence across tabs and networks, and support for mobile, web, browser extensions, and Telegram mini-apps. The native WCT token secures the network via staking, fee payments, and governance.

WalletGuide is the official directory and certification program for onchain wallets. Wallets that meet WalletConnect's rigorous UX, security, and performance standards earn the WalletConnect Certified badge, which also unlocks higher WCT rewards from the network.

Key Strengths

• Industry-standard open protocol with billions in monthly transaction volume
• Extensive ecosystem reach: 700+ integrated wallets, 80,000+ connected applications
• Single-integration model dramatically reduces technical overhead for wallet and PSP partners
• Decentralized infrastructure with distributed node operator network
• Native token (WCT) with staking, governance, and fee mechanics
• PSP-compliant payment flows designed for both online and in-store commerce

Notable Partnerships and Backers

WalletConnect is backed by some of the most prominent investors and institutions in Web3 and fintech. The company works with leading custodians, self-custody wallet providers, mobile wallet teams, and hardware wallet manufacturers. Its payments infrastructure is used by PSPs and merchants globally.

Why Choose WalletConnect

For wallet developers, WalletConnect offers the fastest path to broad dApp compatibility with 99% less technical overhead. For PSPs and merchants, WalletConnect Pay delivers a familiar, compliant payment experience that accelerates crypto adoption without disrupting existing payment stacks. The company combines open-source protocol credibility with enterprise-grade commercial products.