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Pay in Optimism using Bando

The simple way to use crypto for real-life payments

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Optimism is a high-speed, low-cost Ethereum Layer 2 scaling solution designed to bring scalable crypto usage to the masses.

Built on Optimistic Rollups and fully EVM-compatible, Optimism combines Ethereum-grade security with rapid, affordable transactions. It supports widely used stablecoins like USDC and USDT, and is trusted by leading dApps, DeFi platforms, and wallets. Its ecosystem also uniquely reinvests revenue into public goods, creating long-term value for the community. With Bando’s onchain checkout, users can spend crypto on Optimism directly from their wallet, no bridges, no off-ramps, no conversions.

Common challenges of Optimism digital payments

Limited merchant acceptance

Optimism offers fast, low-cost crypto transactions, but direct merchant support remains limited. As a result, it’s still difficult for users to spend stablecoins on everyday needs like groceries, transportation, or streaming subscriptions.

High costs via traditional Off-Ramps

Optimism’s blockchain offers near-zero transaction fees, but when users must convert crypto to fiat via centralized exchanges, they face high off-ramp fees, poor conversion rates, and added steps. This reduces the value of each transaction and discourages regular use.

Complex and frictional payment flows

Even with Optimism’s low fees and speed, the lack of native checkout options makes spending crypto harder than it should be. Users often face bridging, swaps, and multiple apps, turning a simple payment into a tedious process.

Reduced adoption

Even user-friendly blockchains like Optimism hit adoption barriers when users can't pay for everyday products and services. If people can’t easily spend crypto on rides, bills, or mobile data, they’ll stop using or holding it, slowing down ecosystem growth.

Increased costs

Optimism on-chain fees are near-zero, but the real friction is spend. Token swaps, bridges, and fiat off-ramps all add layers of fees and complexity. The result? Users lose value, and merchants lose interest in accepting crypto.

Frustrating user experience

Let’s be real: no one wants a 10-step process to buy mobile data. Complex payment flows kill utility and discourage everyday use. Without simple real-world Optimism payments, the experience feels broken.

Impact of Challenges

Reduced adoption

Even user-friendly blockchains like Optimism hit adoption barriers when users can't pay for everyday products and services. If people can’t easily spend crypto on rides, bills, or mobile data, they’ll stop using or holding it, slowing down ecosystem growth.

Increased costs

Optimism on-chain fees are near-zero, but the real friction is spend. Token swaps, bridges, and fiat off-ramps all add layers of fees and complexity. The result? Users lose value, and merchants lose interest in accepting crypto.

Frustrating user experience

Let’s be real: no one wants a 10-step process to buy mobile data. Complex payment flows kill utility and discourage everyday use. Without simple real-world Optimism payments, the experience feels broken.

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Key benefits of paying with Optimism via Bando

Lower transaction costs

Optimism gas fees are extremely low. Bando removes the need for off-ramps or external apps, so users keep more of their funds even on micro-purchases.

Fast, secure payments

Optimism confirms transactions in seconds. Paired with Bando’s protocol, users get instant, trustless payments that feel as easy as swiping a card.

Global accessibility

Optimism is a fast, low-cost Ethereum Layer 2 network designed to scale onchain activity without compromising security. Built on Optimistic Rollups and fully EVM-compatible, it enables borderless crypto payments without banks, intermediaries, or fiat infrastructure. With Bando’s crypto payment protocol, users can spend stablecoins on Optimism to buy gift cards, mobile top-ups, or pay for everyday services with no conversions, no delays, just seamless onchain spending.

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Core features of Bando + Optimism payments

Decentralized, transparent transactions

All payments are processed on the Optimism blockchain, eliminating the need for third-party processors or custodians. Full transparency, full control.

Cross-Border compatibility

Optimism and Bando enable fast, low-cost crypto payments across borders, using stablecoins like USDC and USDT directly from your wallet. No banks, no conversions, no intermediaries. Users can pay for goods, services, and subscriptions globally with just a few taps. Perfect for cross-border spending, even in underserved regions.

Wallet Integration

Bando integrates with popular Optimism wallets. No bridges, no token swaps just connect and pay directly from your balance.

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How Bando can be used

Pay with crypto in a few clicks

Buy from apps like Uber, Amazon, or pay bills directly from your wallet without conversions.

Use crypto for everyday purchases

Cover daily expenses like food, or subscriptions with a simple onchain checkout.

Monetize your wallet or dApp

Integrate Bando and unlock new revenue with high-margin crypto spending features.

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How It Works

A simple 1-2-3 to go superapp.

Step 1

Select Your Payment

Choose the service or product you want to pay for with crypto.
Step 2

Choose Your Crypto

Select from Base, Polygon, Arbitrum, Solana, and thousands of tokens.
Step 3

Confirm & Pay

Complete the transaction instantly and get your purchase delivered.

FAQs

What is Bando and how can it help my platform?


Bando is the spending protocol that lets your users pay for real-world services and products directly from your app. We handle fulfillment and payment settlement, so you can expand your utility and increase engagement—without regulatory overhead.

Why should my wallet or dApp integrate Bando?


Integrating Bando boosts revenue with profit-sharing margins up to 17,000% higher than swaps. It adds utility to your product, increases user retention, and turns passive holders into active spenders.


What kind of products can my users access through Bando?


Users can pay for gift cards, e-sim top-ups, bills, and services like Uber, Amazon, and gaming platforms—directly from their wallet, across 10+ chains and 2,000+ tokens.


How complex is the integration process?


Bando is easy to integrate through our API, widget, or SDK. You’ll get dedicated technical support and clear documentation to speed up deployment.


Do I need to worry about compliance or regulation?


No. Bando handles payment logistics and settlement. You don’t need licenses or compliance overhead—we’ve designed it to be easy to integrate and regulation-light.


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Integrate Bando in minutes with our slick spending widget or go deeper with our REST API.