How to Pay with Cryptocurrency
A simple, step-by-step guide to buying cryptocurrency and making your first payment on SteroidShopUK — even if you have never used crypto before.
Why Use Crypto?
Guide 1: Paying with Bitcoin (BTC) — Beginner Method
The easiest way for a first-time crypto user to buy Bitcoin and pay for an order. Total time: approximately 15–30 minutes.
Download a Wallet App
Install Coinbase (easiest for beginners) or Blockchain.com Wallet on your phone. These apps let you buy and send Bitcoin directly. Both are available on iOS and Android. Create an account — you will need to verify your identity with a photo ID.
Buy Bitcoin
In your app, tap “Buy” and select Bitcoin. Enter the amount in GBP that you want to spend (add a small buffer of 5–10% for network fees). Pay using your debit card. Your Bitcoin will appear in your wallet within minutes.
Place Your Order
Return to steroidshopuk.uk, add your products, and proceed to checkout. Select “Bitcoin” as your payment method. You will see a wallet address and the exact amount of BTC to send.
Send the Bitcoin
In your wallet app, tap “Send”. Paste the wallet address from our checkout (or scan the QR code if available). Enter the exact BTC amount shown. Confirm and send. Your transaction will appear on the blockchain immediately and confirm within 10–30 minutes.
Order Confirmed
Our system detects your payment automatically. You will receive an order confirmation email once the transaction is confirmed. Your order enters despatch immediately.
Guide 2: Paying with Monero (XMR) — Maximum Privacy
Monero is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency. Unlike Bitcoin, Monero transactions are untraceable by design — no blockchain analysis can link the sender or receiver. This is the preferred method for customers who want absolute financial privacy.
Get a Monero Wallet
Download the official Monero GUI Wallet (getmonero.org) for desktop, or Cake Wallet for iOS/Android. Cake Wallet is the simplest mobile option for beginners.
Buy Monero
Monero cannot be purchased on all exchanges due to its privacy features. Use Kraken (XMR available) or a non-KYC exchange like LocalMonero for maximum privacy. You can also convert Bitcoin to XMR using ChangeNow or Trocador (no account required).
Pay at Checkout
Select “Monero” at checkout. Send the exact XMR amount to the address shown. Monero transactions confirm in approximately 2 minutes with no visible link to your identity.
Guide 3: Paying with Ethereum (ETH)
Ethereum is fast and widely available. Best purchased on Coinbase, Kraken, or Binance. The process is identical to Bitcoin — buy ETH, send to the checkout address, await confirmation (usually under 2 minutes on mainnet). Note: Ethereum transactions are publicly visible on the blockchain, similar to Bitcoin.
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I send the wrong amount?
Contact us immediately via our Contact page with your order number and transaction ID. We will reconcile the payment manually. Minor shortfalls due to fee rounding are absorbed automatically.
What if the exchange rate moves between checkout and payment?
Our crypto addresses have a 30-minute payment window at the quoted rate. If more than 30 minutes pass, refresh the checkout page for an updated quote. We do not charge for small rate fluctuations within the window.
Will crypto payments show on my bank statement?
The debit card purchase from Coinbase or another exchange will show as the exchange name (e.g., “Coinbase Europe”) on your bank statement — not as a steroid purchase. If you use a peer-to-peer method or cash purchase, there is no bank record at all.
Is there a minimum crypto payment?
Our minimum order value is £30. There is no separate minimum for crypto payments. All order values above £30 can be paid by cryptocurrency.
Recommended Exchanges & Wallets
| Platform | Type | Supports | KYC Required | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Coinbase | Exchange + Wallet | BTC, ETH, LTC | Yes | Beginners |
| Kraken | Exchange | BTC, ETH, LTC, XMR | Yes | XMR buyers |
| Cake Wallet | Mobile Wallet | BTC, XMR, LTC | No | Privacy users |
| ChangeNow | Instant Swap | BTC → XMR (no account) | No | BTC to XMR conversion |
| LocalMonero | P2P Exchange | XMR | No | Maximum privacy XMR |
Ready to Order?
Crypto payment is fast, private, and earns you a 5% discount on every order.