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Want to send crypto via text? Coinbase allows Crypto Transfers via WhatsApp and TikTok

Just this week Coinbase announced that Coinbase Wallet will allow users to send crypto via a simple link. The Coinbase team have built a seamless experience for mobile users, transforming how they can send and receive cryptocurrencies. 

In a blog post on December 5 the Coinbase Wallet team announced a new feature designed to make sending money “as easy as a text.” 

Users can now send funds through any platform that supports link-sharing, with the added perk of no fees for sending USDC, Coinbase’s regulated dollar stablecoin.

The new feature is set to redefine the landscape of crypto transactions, allowing users to share links on popular messaging apps such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Facebook, TikTok, and Instagram. 

By leveraging the widespread usage of these social platforms, Coinbase Wallet aims to simplify the crypto experience for newcomers and enthusiasts alike.

Here’s how it works: when a recipient clicks on the shared link, they are seamlessly directed to the Coinbase Wallet app to claim their funds. For those without an existing Coinbase Wallet account, creating a new wallet is a breeze with just one click. The process is designed to be intuitive, removing barriers for those new to the crypto space.

To ensure a secure and efficient process, unclaimed funds are automatically returned to the sender if not claimed within two weeks. This feature streamlines the user experience, ensuring that funds are handled responsibly and efficiently.

The Coinbase Wallet product team expressed their commitment to expanding global access to digital assets, emphasizing the importance of providing options for buying digital assets in as many countries as possible. 

They particularly highlighted the significance of this accessibility for individuals in high-inflation economies with limited access to the global financial system, making it easier for them to transact in more stable currencies like the US Dollar.

As Coinbase Wallet continues to innovate and prioritize user-friendly features, this latest integration positions it as a leader in simplifying crypto transactions for a broader audience.

This comes after a highly rated video campaign showed the longer term impact of financial exclusion and the potential of crypto in trying to solve some of our broader societal issues including the stress of dept and financial burdens placed on every stage of a persons journey.