As you may know, in America it is still difficult to use bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies for your everyday shopping and needs. Most online and retail stores don’t accept crypto as a payment method. But there is a clever workaround which is simple and safe. In this post we will explain how to shop with bitcoin in the US. For example, you will learn how you can use bitcoin to buy your Nike or Adidas shoes, Gap, Banana Republic and American Eagle clothes or a pair of fancy Rayban glasses. Or how to use crypto shop at Footlocker, Tj Maxx, Nordstrom and Lowe’s just to mention a few.
The trick is to use gift cards or vouchers. You buy the gift card of the brand or store you want to shop at using bitcoin or another crypto (e.g. Dash and Litecoin).
What is it?
A gift card also known as gift certificate, or gift voucher is a prepaid stored-value money card issued by a retailer. It is to be used as an alternative to cash for purchases within a particular store. So for example, if you have a 200 dollar Footlocker gift card, you can buy up to 200 dollars worth of shoes at their store by redeeming the gift card instead of paying in cash.
Gift cards can be redeemed online on the retailer’s website and/or directly at the store. It depends on the retailer’s policy. Gift cards used online typically have a pin code to be inserted on the retailer’s ecommerce site. Gift cards to be used at the retailers store sometimes contain a barcode. You can generally print out the barcode or keep a copy of it on your phone and show it to the cashier when you pay.
One interesting thing is that gift cards or vouchers are anonymous. So, as the name suggests, you can use them for your own purchases or give them as a gift. How cool is that? You can use bitcoin to give a nice present to a friend or loved one.
What you can buy with bitcoin in the US
Gift cards or gift certificates are very popular within the American retail sector. Many brands use gift cards extensively, and many more will be doing so soon.
Here we list some brands and stores you can shop at using bitcoin and crypto. We listed them by category. We also let you know where you can use the gift card, if only on the ecommerce site, only at the retail store or if both online and offline.
Buy Clothes, Fashion and Apparel with bitcoin or crypto
- American Eagle
- Banana Republic
- Chico’s
- Express
- Foot Locker
- Gap
- Marshalls
- Nike
- Nordstrom
- Old Navy
- Ray Ban
- T.J. Maxx
- Under Armour
Where to shop for sporting goods and apparel with bitcoin
- Adidas
- Bass Pro Shop
- Callway
- Champ’s Sports
- Dick’s Sporting Goods
- Footlocker
- Nike
- Topgolf
- Under Armour
Where to buy home decor and furniture with bitcoin
- Bed Bath & Beyond
- Crate and Barrel
- Homegoods
- Lowe’s
Use crypto to shop for beauty products and cosmetics with Bitcoin
- Sephora
- Ulta
How does it work?
Time needed: 4 minutes.
Buying a gift card to shop with Bitcoin (or another crypto) is secure and easy. Just follow these simple steps.
- Go to CryptoRefills
Click here or enter www.cryptorefills.com on your desktop or mobile browser.
- Select your country
After selecting the country you will see the product categories that are available in this area.
- Select the category “Gift Cards Vouchers” and select the brand
Just select the brand you want to shop for, e.g. Nike or Rayban. Then you will see the packages that are available for this product. Click on the amount you would like to purchase.
- Select currency and package
Select the cryptocurrency you wish to use to pay for your purchase. For example Bitcoin or Litecoin. Then check if the right package is selected.
- Insert email and accept terms
Insert your email and tick the box to accept the Terms and Conditions. Click on proceed to payment. (Make sure your email is correct so that the Pin can be delivered to you and you can be contacted in case of issues).
- Make the Bitcoin payment
Send the exact amount of crypto (e.g. Bitcoin) to the address displayed and follow the instructions. It is important you send exactly the amount displayed.
- That’s it!
You will receive the gift card in your mail. The email will contain the instructions on how to redeeem your giftcard.
Attention: Please do not forget to check your spam folder in your email.
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Don’t know how to spend your Bitcoin? Check out some stores to get some shopping ideas
Fashion & Apparel:
Ready to spend your bitcoin for a fancy pair of Rayban sunglasses or for some hot Nike sneakers? Or how about putting some crypto into some stylish outfit at Banana Republic? You will look super for your next crypto meetup or conference.
American Eagle, Banana Republic, Chico’s, Express, Foot Locker, Gap, Marshalls, Nike, Nordstrom, Old Navy, Ray Ban, T.J. Maxx, Under Armour
Sporting Goods & Apparel:
Did you ever think of using your crypto to stay fit? You could use some bitcoin to buy some shiny new skis, or a surfboard, or maybe those great running shoes. Or new Golf Clubs at Callway, maybe? Need some ideas, why don’t you check out these stores:
Adidas, Bass Pro Shop, Callway, Champ’s Sports, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Footlocker, Nike, Under Armour