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Spend your crypto in MiniPay
with Bando

The easiest way to spend your crypto

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MiniPay just got a serious upgrade
—and it’s powered by Bando.

Now you can use your crypto to pay for what actually matters: mobile data, gift cards, subscriptions, game credits, and more. No exchanges, no banks, no friction. Bando integrates directly with MiniPay to bring everyday utility to your digital wallet.

Whether you're topping up airtime in Nigeria, buying Netflix in Mexico, or gifting an Uber ride in Kenya, Bando makes it instant and seamless.

Bando + Minipay:
A Frictionless Way to Spend Your Crypto

MiniPay is a lightweight, self-custodial wallet built by Opera and backed by Celo’s mobile-first blockchain. Designed for speed and simplicity, it operates directly inside the Opera Mini browser—no additional downloads, no technical complexity.

It’s ideal for emerging markets, especially across the Global South, where internet access and device limitations are real. Users benefit from near-zero gas fees, instant transactions, and total control over their stablecoins.

Now, with Bando integrated, MiniPay users can do more than send or receive crypto—they can spend it in just a few taps.

MiniPay Just Got More Useful

You already use MiniPay to manage your stablecoins. With Bando, you can start using them—today.With Bando built into MiniPay, you can:

Mobile airtime

Buy mobile airtime or data (MTN, Airtel, Glo)

Subscriptions

Pay for subscriptions like Netflix and Spotify

Gift cards

Get gift cards for Uber, Amazon, Apple, and more

Gaming

Instantly top up your favorite games and apps

Banks.  Off-ramps.
Just payments with Crypto.

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Why It Works for You:
Key Benefits

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No More Off-Ramping

Avoid sending crypto to exchanges, waiting days, and losing value. Spend directly from your wallet.
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Instant Delivery

Top-ups and gift cards are delivered immediately after your payment is confirmed.
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Local Services, Global Access

Pay for the services you use every day—airtime, apps, transport, entertainment—using USDC on Celo.
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Lower Transaction Costs

Pay for games or services with minimal fees. Bando processes payments directly from your wallet, no intermediaries.
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Fast and Secure Transactions

Every purchase is handled via smart contracts, eliminating fraud and chargebacks.

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How it works

A simple 1-2-3 to go superapp.

Step 1

Open MiniPay

Use your wallet as usual—no new app required.
Step 2

Go to Bando mini app
and choose what you need

Airtime, gift cards, games, bills—select your product.
Step 3

Pay in crypto

Use USDC (on Celo) or other supported tokens. Get your item instantly.

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FAQs

What is Bando and how does it allow me to pay with crypto?


Bando is an in-app solution that allows users to spend crypto directly from wallets and dApps no fiat conversion needed, with access to over 6,000 products such as bill payments, pre-paid codes, mobile top-ups and on/off ramps across more than 100 countries.
 
No swaps, no bridges, no hassle. Spend crypto easily, quickly, and directly from your wallet.


What should I do if I have issues with my payment, gift card, or wallet?


If your payment didn’t go through, your funds should still be in your wallet, please try again.

If funds were withdrawn but you didn’t receive your gift card, go to the top menu and check your transaction history to claim a refund. For pending transactions over 5 minutes, you can also verify and request a refund there.

We currently support the Celo network and tokens like USDT, USDC, and cUSD. For any bugs, discrepancies, or further issues, contact our support team at support@bando.cool or via the live chat in the Bando app.


Are there any geographical restrictions?


 Yes, there are different gift cards for every country where we are available. Please confirm that you are viewing the correct country before buying any gift card.

 If you have any further questions please contact our support team at support@bando.cool or in the live chat available in the bando app


How secure is it to spend crypto using Bando?


Spending crypto with Bando is highly secure. Our smart contracts were audited by Zokyo, a leading blockchain security firm, and received a 97/100 score. This audit ensures that transactions processed through Bando’s onchain spending protocol are safe, reliable, and built to industry-grade standards.


How do I receive and redeem my purchase, like a gift card or phone top-up?


After completing your payment, you’ll receive an email with your invoice and step-by-step instructions to redeem your product. Phone top-ups are sent automatically as soon as the transaction is confirmed, often instantly. If you need help, contact us at support@bando.cool or via live chat in the Bando app.


Join the Future of Wallet Payments

Stop converting, bridging, and swapping just to make a purchase. With Bando, your crypto becomes instantly spendable—right inside your wallet.