> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.thedex.cloud/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.thedex.cloud/introduction/readme.md).

# Merchant Payment Gateway

Introduction to Thedex and our Crypto Payment Gateway API for any enterprise

[Thedex](https://thedex.cloud) is a payment blockchain processing, founded in 2022. Thedex builds the infrastructure that helps businesses accept crypto payments, supporting 50+ cryptocurrencies including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether.

Our mission is to build the software that gives businesses reliable infrastructure for accepting cryptocurrency payments — affordable, seamless, and customer-focused for them and their clients.

With our solution every business owner can start accepting cryptocurrencies as a form of payment using our API or by using our other integration methods.

### Cryptocurrency payment API for merchants

Thedex API is designed as a simple starting point for online businesses and merchants who want to accept cryptocurrencies as a form of payment. 

Platform handles the payment flow from checkout to settlement, allowing businesses to use this innovative payment method without the deep technical knowledge and risks associated with exchange rate fluctuations. The API is therefore suitable for applications from basic projects to enterprise-level integration.

Our gateway provides full automation for accepting Bitcoin, Ethereum, Tether and other coins, unique addresses for each order, transparent real-time exchange rates for customers and a platform for merchants to track and manage their payment and payout history.

Regardless of which trading instrument you end up using, integrating Thedex crypto payment solutions will be as easy as possible.