bitrequest

What is Bitrequest

Bitrequest is an open-source, non-custodial payment request tool designed for merchants and individuals who want to accept cryptocurrency without intermediaries. As of 2026-05-30, it operates as a Progressive Web App (PWA) with optional Android and iOS installs, plus an IPFS-deployed version for censorship resistance. The service does not hold funds or process payments directly-it generates shareable requests that route funds straight to the user's own wallet.

The project appears to be developed by "XpressZo" based on site footer attribution. It has gained traction in privacy-conscious communities, with active discussion on Reddit's r/bitrequest and mentions in Monero-focused publications.

How no-KYC is it?

Bitrequest requires no identity verification. The official site makes no mention of KYC, and third-party sources including the project's own GitHub and social media explicitly describe it as "no KYC, no fees from us." There is no account creation with personal details-users can generate payment requests immediately by entering wallet addresses or extended public keys. The app stores all data locally on device, with optional encrypted backup to file or Google Drive. Team invite functionality allows employees to generate requests on behalf of a business using shared xpubs without exposing private keys.

Privacy & security

Privacy architecture is the app's core differentiator. All data stores locally using AES encryption for seed phrases; no central database exists. Users can connect personal nodes (Electrum servers for Bitcoin/Litecoin, Ethereum RPC endpoints, Monero remote nodes, Lightning nodes via LND/LNbits/Core Lightning) to bypass third-party block explorers entirely. Default network access routes through public APIs including BlockCypher, mempool.space, Blockchair, and various exchange rate providers, but these can be replaced with self-hosted infrastructure.

Monero support includes view-key scanning for transaction detection without compromising spend authority. The app also supports Tor for enhanced network-level privacy. For censorship resistance, an IPFS deployment is available at a pinned hash. The codebase is open-source, with the main repository under AGPL-style licensing and a WooCommerce plugin published on GitHub.

Payments, fees & limits

Bitrequest charges no fees-payments flow directly from customer to merchant wallet with no intermediary. Supported cryptocurrencies as of 2026-05-30 include:

• Bitcoin (on-chain and Lightning Network via LND, LNbits, LNURL, Boltcard/NFC)
• Ethereum plus L2 networks: Base, Arbitrum, Polygon, BSC, and ERC-20 tokens
• Litecoin, Monero, Kaspa, Bitcoin Cash, Dogecoin, Dash (with InstantSend), Nano, Nimiq

Fiat denomination supports 170+ currencies with real-time exchange rates. Requests can specify confirmation requirements (0-5 confirmations), include payment IDs for Monero, and attach metadata for accounting integration. CSV export and receipt generation are built in.

User experience & support

The interface centers on three workflows: Point of Sale mode for retail environments with PIN-protected Admin/Cashier roles, shareable payment links via QR/NFC/URL, and e-commerce integration including a WooCommerce plugin and demo webshop ("Bitrequest Brewery"). A public map allows merchants to advertise crypto acceptance and request free window stickers.

Compatible wallet coverage is broad, spanning Cake Wallet, Coinomi, Exodus, Trust Wallet, Trezor, Ledger, BlueWallet, Electrum, MyMonero, Monerujo, MetaMask, and others. However, the app appears primarily maintained by a small team-support channels are limited to GitHub issues, Reddit community, and a contact form. No live chat or phone support exists.

Who it's for

Bitrequest suits privacy-focused merchants, market vendors, online stores, and individuals who need simple crypto invoicing without custodial risk or compliance overhead. It particularly appeals to Monero and Lightning advocates given native, well-integrated support for both. Businesses requiring fiat settlement, chargeback protection, or dedicated merchant support will find it insufficient compared to full-service processors, but for pure peer-to-peer and sovereign acceptance, it fills a narrow niche effectively.