> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.upmind.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# How to Add Blockonomics as a Payment Method

> Learn How to Add Blockonomics as a Payment Method in Upmind. You can receive payments from your customers using Blockonomics. Check Now!

[Blockonomics](https://www.blockonomics.co/) is a decentralised Bitcoin payment platform that offers specialised tools to improve your Bitcoin transactions.

## Getting Blockonomics credentials

1. Log in to your **Blockonomics** account.
2. On your merchant page, go to **Stores** to view your cryptocurrency and **API Key**.

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> 📘 NOTE
>
> * To obtain your Extended Public Key, refer to the Blockonomics [documentation](https://help.blockonomics.co/support/solutions/articles/33000248743-bitcoin-wallet-and-xpub).
> * To avoid any issues, make sure to use one Extended Public Key for only one Blockonomics account.

## Adding Blockonomics in Upmind

1. Go to **Settings** > **Payment Providers** in your admin area.
2. Click **Add Payment Provider** and select **Blockonomics**.

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## Configuring details

1. Enter a display name. We suggest **Blockonomics**.
2. Select the appropriate **Test Mode** option.
3. Choose the cryptocurrency from your account.
4. Enter your **API Key** and **Extended Public Key**.
5. (Optional) Click **Test Credentials** to verify successful authentication.
6. (Optional) Add supported currencies.
7. (Optional) Enter payment instructions.
8. Click **Create**.

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## Editing the payment method

To update, go to **Settings** > **Payment Providers**, click the three dots next to `Blockonomics`, and select **Edit**.