Deposit, Bet, and Withdraw in Digital Dollars
Bet with USDC, a digital dollar you can send and receive from your crypto wallet. Deposit, bet, and withdraw using USDC, with no conversions.
Your balance stays in USDC from deposit to withdrawal.
Why Bet in USDC?
Bet in dollars: Your betPawa balance is a digital dollar balance, 1 USDC is always worth about 1 US dollar
Dollars from start to finish: Deposit in USDC, bet in USDC, play Casino in USDC, withdraw in USDC
Fast and low-fee: USDC moves on the Polygon network, fees are usually under $0.01 - No fees are charged by betPawa.
Works with what you already use: USDC is an extra payment option, your mobile money and cards still work exactly as they do today
Secure and protected: Your deposit address is unique to your account, and new withdrawal wallets must be verified by SMS
How to Deposit USDC
Log in to your betPawa account
Go to Deposit and select USDC
Tap Generate address to get your deposit address, then copy it
Open your crypto wallet or exchange app and send USDC to that address through the Polygon network
Your balance updates as soon as the deposit goes through, usually within 1 to 2 minutes.
Once your first deposit is complete, your USDC balance appears in your account. You will see USDC as an option when placing bets and when withdrawing. The minimum deposit is 1 USDC.
Important: Always send through the Polygon network, and always copy the address directly from your betPawa Deposit screen. Sending through a different network, or to a different address, means your funds cannot be recovered.
How to Withdraw USDC
Go to Withdraw and choose USDC
Paste the wallet address where you want your USDC sent
If it is a new wallet, confirm with the code we send you by SMS
Check the amount and wallet address, then confirm
Your USDC lands in your wallet shortly after. The minimum withdrawal is 1 USDC. The next time you withdraw to the same wallet, you can skip the SMS step.
Who is USDC for?
USDC works whether you already use crypto or are just getting started.
Already use crypto? Deposit from your wallet, bet and play in USDC, and withdraw straight back to your wallet.
New to crypto? USDC is a simple way to get started. Once you have USDC, send it to your betPawa account and start betting in digital dollars.
Prefer mobile money or cards? Nothing changes. They still work exactly as they do today. USDC is an extra option, not a replacement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is USDC?
USDC is a digital dollar. 1 USDC is always worth about 1 US dollar. You send it, receive it, and hold it in a crypto wallet. It works like a mobile money wallet, but for digital dollars.
What is the Polygon Network?
Polygon is the network we use to move your USDC. Think of it like the roads your money travels on. It is built for fast transactions with low fees, which is why we chose it.
When you send USDC to betPawa, or withdraw to your wallet, always select Polygon as the network. Sending through a different network means your funds cannot be recovered.
Is USDC Safe on betPawa?
Yes. Several layers protect your USDC transactions:
Every deposit address is unique to you and linked to your betPawa account
New withdrawal wallets are verified with a code we send you by SMS
Transactions are monitored for unusual activity
If anything looks unusual, we will pause the transaction and let you know
For larger withdrawals, we may ask for ID verification. This is a standard regulatory requirement.
Why Is My Transaction Pending?
Some deposits and withdrawals go through extra checks first. If yours is pending, you will see a notification and a status update in your transaction history. Most are resolved quickly.
If a deposit cannot be processed, the funds return to the sending wallet. If a withdrawal is not approved, the funds return to your betPawa balance.
Are There Any Fees?
On deposits, you pay a small network fee. This is charged by the Polygon network, not by betPawa, and it’s shown in your crypto wallet or exchange app before you send. Polygon fees are usually under $0.01.
On withdrawals, there are no fees. betPawa covers them. You receive the USDC amount shown on screen, with no hidden charges.
Warning
Please note:
Digital assets are volatile and not a legal tender in Nigeria.
USDC/Digital Dollars DO NOT accumulate interest and should not be used as a banking token.
Play ResponsiblyWarning
Betting should be fun, not a way to make money. Set limits, stick to your budget, and take breaks. If you ever need support, visit our Responsible Gambling page or contact us directly.