We provide end-to-end architectural strategy for Web3 projects, from initial protocol selection to production deployment. Our consultants translate business goals into technical blueprints, ensuring your infrastructure is secure, scalable, and cost-optimized from day one.
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API-First Bitcoin & Lightning Payment Gateway
Build a scalable, developer-centric payment gateway with comprehensive REST/GraphQL APIs, webhooks, and SDKs for seamless integration into any platform.
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STRATEGIC ARCHITECTURE
Blockchain Infrastructure Consulting
Expert guidance to design, build, and scale secure, high-performance blockchain systems.
Move from concept to a production-ready architecture in weeks, not months, with a clear roadmap for scaling to millions of users.
- Technology Selection: Objective analysis of Layer 1s (
Ethereum,Solana,Polygon), Layer 2s (Arbitrum,Optimism), and specialized protocols to match your use case. - Security-First Design: Architecture reviews incorporating OpenZeppelin standards, multi-sig governance, and disaster recovery plans.
- Cost & Performance Modeling: Forecast gas fees, validator costs, and throughput to optimize for your target transaction volume and user base.
- Team & Process Setup: Recommendations for DevOps (
Kubernetes,Terraform), monitoring (Prometheus,Grafana), and internal security practices.
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BUILT FOR SCALE
Core Technical Capabilities
Our API-first payment gateway is engineered on battle-tested infrastructure, delivering enterprise-grade reliability and developer velocity for fintechs and Web3 companies.
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TANGIBLE RESULTS
Business Outcomes You Can Measure
Our API-first payment gateway delivers quantifiable improvements to your payment operations, from cost savings to developer velocity. Every feature is engineered for a measurable business impact.
01
Reduced Transaction Costs
Optimized on-chain routing and gas management cut your average payment processing fee by up to 40% compared to standard solutions.
Up to 40%
Cost Reduction
0.5% avg.
Processing Fee
02
Faster Time-to-Market
Pre-built modules for fiat on/off-ramps, recurring billing, and compliance checks let you launch new payment features in weeks, not months.
< 4 weeks
Integration Time
50+
Pre-built Endpoints
03
Enhanced Developer Experience
RESTful APIs with comprehensive SDKs and interactive documentation reduce your team's integration effort and maintenance overhead.
99.9%
API Uptime SLA
< 100ms
P95 Latency
04
Improved Payment Success Rates
Intelligent retry logic, multi-chain fallbacks, and real-time monitoring increase successful settlement rates, directly boosting revenue capture.
> 99.5%
Settlement Success
Sub-second
Retry Logic
05
Enterprise-Grade Security & Compliance
SOC 2 Type II compliant infrastructure with automated transaction monitoring and audit trails built for regulated FinTechs and enterprises.
SOC 2 Type II
Certification
24/7
Monitoring
06
Scalable Global Infrastructure
Horizontally scalable architecture handles spikes in transaction volume without degradation, supporting growth from startup to enterprise scale.
10,000+ TPS
Peak Capacity
5 Regions
Global Edge Network
Infrastructure Decision Matrix
Build vs. Buy vs. Partner with Chainscore
Compare the cost, time, and risk of developing a crypto payment gateway in-house versus using a generic provider versus partnering with Chainscore for a custom, API-first solution.
| Key Factor | Build In-House | Buy Generic API | Partner with Chainscore |
|---|---|---|---|
Time to Market | 6-12+ months | 2-4 weeks | 4-8 weeks |
Upfront Development Cost | $250K - $750K+ | $0 - $50K | $50K - $150K |
Custom Business Logic | |||
Multi-Chain Support (EVM & Non-EVM) | Your team builds | Limited (EVM-only) | |
Smart Contract Security & Audits | High risk (unaudited) | Medium risk (shared, audited) | Low risk (dedicated, audited) |
Compliance (KYC/AML) Integration | Build from scratch | Basic, one-size-fits-all | Custom, modular integration |
Ongoing Maintenance & Updates | Full team required | Vendor manages (limited control) | Optional SLA with dedicated support |
Settlement Finality & Speed | Dependent on your build | Generic, network-dependent | Optimized for <2 seconds |
Branding & White-Labeling | Full control | Limited or vendor-branded | Full white-label control |
Total Cost of Ownership (Year 1) | $500K+ | $100K - $300K | $150K - $250K |
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PROVEN PROCESS
Our Delivery Methodology
Our systematic approach ensures your payment gateway is secure, scalable, and ready for market in weeks, not months.
01
Architecture & Design
We design a resilient, multi-chain payment architecture using battle-tested patterns. Includes smart contract design, fee abstraction, and settlement logic for stablecoins and native tokens.
2-3 days
Initial Design Sprint
5+ Chains
Architected For
02
Smart Contract Development
Secure, gas-optimized contract suite built with Solidity 0.8+ and OpenZeppelin. Features include multi-signature escrow, automated settlement, and upgradable proxy patterns.
100%
Coverage Audit
< 0.01%
Gas Overhead
04
Security & Compliance Review
Rigorous internal audit followed by a formal review with our partner security firm. We implement compliance checks for sanctions screening and transaction monitoring.
2 Audits
Internal + External
SOC 2
Framework
05
Deployment & Infrastructure
We deploy your gateway to a managed, multi-region cloud infrastructure with automated failover. Includes monitoring, alerting, and 99.9% uptime SLA from day one.
99.9%
Uptime SLA
3 Regions
Redundant Deployment
06
Launch Support & Handoff
We manage the mainnet launch and provide 30 days of dedicated technical support. Complete documentation and operational runbooks ensure a smooth transition to your team.
30 days
Post-Launch Support
24/7
Monitoring
API-First Payment Gateway
Frequently Asked Questions
Get specific answers about our development process, security, and support for your payment gateway project.
For a standard API-first payment gateway with core features (on/off-ramps, multi-chain support, basic dashboard), we deliver in 4-6 weeks. Complex integrations with custom compliance logic or novel token standards extend the timeline to 8-12 weeks. We provide a detailed project plan with weekly milestones after the initial scoping call.
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Our experts will offer a free quote and a 30min call to discuss your project.
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Time to ValueDirectly to Engineering Team
No Sales Fluff10+
Protocols Shipped
$20M+
TVL Overall