ÉclairBTC provides a self‑sovereign Bitcoin point‑of‑sale system that lets merchants accept Bitcoin payments directly into their own wallets without KYC or third‑party custodians. The solution uses a simple QR‑code checkout for instant peer‑to‑peer transactions and offers transparent, low fees that are cheaper than credit‑card processing. Merchants also receive personalized onboarding and cybersecurity guidance to maintain full control of their private keys.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Merchants seeking to accept Bitcoin often face high fees, complex onboarding, and reliance on third‑party custodial services that require KYC and expose them to chargeback risk.
Solution
ÉclairBTC offers a self‑sovereign Bitcoin point‑of‑sale (POS) system that enables merchants to receive payments instantly via QR code without any KYC or custodial intermediaries. The platform keeps private keys in the merchant’s own wallet, ensuring full control over funds and transparent, low‑fee transactions that are cheaper than traditional credit‑card processing. To facilitate adoption, ÉclairBTC provides personalized onboarding, hands‑on education, and dedicated cybersecurity support, allowing businesses to integrate Bitcoin payments securely and with minimal friction.
Target Audience
Primary customers are brick‑and‑mortar and online merchants who want to add Bitcoin as a payment option while retaining full control of their funds and minimizing processing costs.
Features
- QR‑code checkout that settles payments instantly on the Bitcoin network
- Self‑custody architecture where private keys remain in the merchant’s wallet
- Transparent fee structure significantly lower than credit‑card and payment‑network rates
- No KYC or third‑party custodial requirements, eliminating chargeback risk
- One‑on‑one training, educational resources, and cybersecurity assistance for merchants
- Early‑access free tier to pilot the POS system before committing to paid plans