“Our traders prefer cards.” If that’s your first reaction to adding crypto payments, it’s a fair one. Cards are familiar, and nobody wants friction at checkout. But you don’t have to choose. With WalletConnect, stablecoin and crypto sit alongside cards as another payment option. Card traders check out exactly as before, and everyone else can pay from the wallet or exchange account they already use.
This guide compares cards and stablecoins as payment options for prop firms, then lays out a four-phase rollout from checkout to verified payouts.
Add a payment method; don't replace one
WalletConnect Pay adds stablecoin and crypto to your existing checkout as another payment method, through a single APM-style integration. Cards stay exactly where they are. Traders who prefer to pay from a wallet or exchange account can, and you see which option they choose.
Cards and stablecoin side by side
A four-phase rollout
Each phase stands on its own, so you can stop at any point and keep what you've gained. Phase 1 is covered in our guide to stablecoin checkout for prop firms, and phases 3 and 4 in stablecoin payouts for prop firms.
Built on proven infrastructure
WalletConnect has been building since 2018. The network powered $400B+ in transaction volume in 2025, connects 700+ wallets across all major blockchains, and is SOC 2 Type II certified, independently audited on a recurring basis.
Can prop firms offer crypto and card payments together?
Yes. Stablecoin and crypto run as a separate payment method alongside your existing card setup.
Will adding crypto affect our card processing?
No. It's a separate payment method, so your card setup stays as it is.
Do we need new compliance tooling?
No. Sanctions and IP screening and Travel Rule capture run inside the payment flow.
Can we use the same integration for payouts?
Yes. Payouts and wallet verification run on the same platform.
How long does it take to go live?
It's a single integration into your existing checkout. Talk to our team for a timeline based on your stack.