The crypto bridge for open-source rewards
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The crypto bridge for open-source rewards

Publish Date: May 14
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👋 Welcome to tip.md


tip.md button

The crypto bridge for open-source rewards


A simple way to receive cryptocurrency tips through your GitHub README

🚀 What is tip.md?

tip.md makes it easy for developers to receive cryptocurrency tips through a simple button embedded in their GitHub READMEs or any markdown-supported platform. Get rewarded for your open source work in minutes!

✨ How It Works

For Developers or Projects:

  1. Connect GitHub or register via email
    Sign in to tip.md and save your crypto wallet addresses in your dashboard.

  2. Add your tipping button
    Copy the markdown snippet and paste it into your GitHub README file. No code changes required!

  3. Receive tips
    When someone appreciates your work, they can send you tips in cryptocurrency directly through your README button.

For Supporters:

  1. Find a developer with a tip.md button Look for the button in GitHub READMEs.

tip.md button

  1. Click the button
    This takes you to the developer's tipping page where you can show your appreciation.

  2. Send a tip in your preferred cryptocurrency
    Support open source contributors directly with crypto.

💰 Supported Cryptocurrencies

  • Ethereum - The leading smart contract platform with widespread adoption.
  • Solana - Fast, low-cost blockchain for those that want speed and minimal transaction fees.
  • Bitcoin Lightning - Instant Bitcoin payments with minimal fees using the Lightning Network.

🔗 Add a Tip Button to Your GitHub README

Simply add this markdown to your README file:

[![Tip in Crypto](https://tip.md/badge.svg)](https://tip.md/YOUR_USERNAME)
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Replace YOUR_USERNAME with your tip.md username.

🌟 Benefits

  • Multi-blockchain support - Accept tips in Ethereum, Solana, and Bitcoin (using Lightning).
  • Simple integration - Just add a markdown snippet to your repo README file or any other markdown-supported platform.
  • Low fees - Sustainable 4% fee powers our infrastructure and development - the rest is all yours.
  • No code changes - No need to modify your application code or implement complex payment systems.

🔍 Examples

Here's how the tip.md button looks in a README https://github.com/tipdotmd

🔗 Useful Links

📄 License

All rights reserved. The tip.md service is provided as-is.

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