Split dinner
Both use Blitz. One person pays the bill. The rest send their share by contact name. Blitz-to-Blitz contact payments have no Blitz transaction fee.
Send Bitcoin to friends with no address
Pick a name. Enter an amount. Done. No long codes. No copy paste mistakes.
Pick your way
Four ways to pay someone
Same wallet. Same money. Just choose what fits the moment.
| Method | Use it when | Cost | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Contact payment Pay by name |
Your friend uses Blitz. Best for repeats. | No Blitz fee | Route-dependent |
|
Gift link Shareable link |
Your friend has no wallet yet. Birthdays too. | No Blitz fee to create | Recipient must open the link and claim it |
|
Pool link Group collection |
Many people chip in. Trips, gifts, causes. | No Blitz fee to create | Live as it arrives |
|
QR or address Any wallet |
Your friend uses another Bitcoin wallet. | Tiny network fee | Route-dependent |
Step by step
Pay a friend in 4 steps
No technical skill needed. Just follow the taps.
Add your friend once
Go to Contacts in Blitz. Add your friend by Blitz username or Lightning Address. Done once, pay forever.
Pick a name and amount
Tap Send. Choose their name. Enter dollars or sats. Check the screen. Blitz to Blitz carries no Blitz fee.
Review, confirm, and check the status
Review the recipient, amount, route, and fee. Confirm the payment, then check its status in the app.
Real examples
When to use which
Birthday sats
Your cousin does not have a wallet yet. Send a gift link with 10 dollars in Bitcoin. They open the link, create a Blitz wallet, and claim the gift. You can reclaim it if it expires unclaimed.
Family abroad
Send money home using a supported payment route. Network or service fees may apply, and timing depends on the route. The recipient chooses how to use the funds supported in their wallet.
Friend on another wallet
They send you a QR or Lightning Address from Phoenix, Cash App, or another compatible wallet. Review the amount, route, and fee before confirming.
FAQ
Common questions
Can I send Bitcoin to a friend with no wallet?
Yes. Send a gift link. They open the link, create a Blitz wallet from it, and claim the gift. How gifts work.
Do I need my friend's Bitcoin address?
No. Save them as a contact and pay by name. For other wallets, use their Lightning Address or QR code instead.
What does it cost?
Blitz-to-Blitz contact payments have no Blitz transaction fee. Network or service fees may apply on other routes.
How fast is it?
Contact, Lightning, and supported Spark payments are designed for fast transfers. On-chain confirmation time depends on network conditions and the fee.
What if I pay the wrong person?
Bitcoin payments cannot be undone. Check the name and amount first. Send a small test for new contacts.
Pay your first friend today
Create your wallet. Add one contact. Send one dollar. See how fast it lands.