The latest articles on DEV Community by Tip.md (@tipdotmd). https://dev.to/tipdotmd https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=90,height=90,fit=cover,gravity=auto,format=auto/https:%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Forganization%2Fprofile_image%2F10839%2F5e0b1732-8a07-4a9b-b250-7e257cbd21ac.jpeg https://dev.to/tipdotmd en xR0am Wed, 14 May 2025 02:54:56 +0000 https://dev.to/tipdotmd/the-crypto-bridge-for-open-source-rewards-50ek https://dev.to/tipdotmd/the-crypto-bridge-for-open-source-rewards-50ek <h2> 👋 Welcome to tip.md </h2> <p><a href="https://tip.md/tipdotmd" rel="noopener noreferrer"><br> <img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fpadhsvzwfd0p6rqge2cl.png" alt="tip.md button" width="693" height="390"><br> </a><br> </p> <h3>The crypto bridge for open-source rewards</h3> <br> <p>A simple way to receive cryptocurrency tips through your GitHub README</p> <h2> 🚀 What is tip.md? </h2> <p>tip.md makes it easy for developers to receive cryptocurrency tips through a simple button embedded in their GitHub READMEs or any markdown-supported platform. Get rewarded for your open source work in minutes!</p> <h2> ✨ How It Works </h2> <h3> For Developers or Projects: </h3> <ol> <li><p><strong>Connect GitHub or register via email</strong><br> Sign in to <a href="https://tip.md" rel="noopener noreferrer">tip.md</a> and save your crypto wallet addresses in your dashboard.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Add your tipping button</strong><br> Copy the markdown snippet and paste it into your GitHub README file. No code changes required!</p></li> <li><p><strong>Receive tips</strong><br> When someone appreciates your work, they can send you tips in cryptocurrency directly through your README button.</p></li> </ol> <h3> For Supporters: </h3> <ol> <li> <strong>Find a developer with a tip.md button</strong> Look for the button in GitHub READMEs.</li> </ol> <p><a href="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fpadhsvzwfd0p6rqge2cl.png" class="article-body-image-wrapper"><img src="https://media2.dev.to/dynamic/image/width=800%2Cheight=%2Cfit=scale-down%2Cgravity=auto%2Cformat=auto/https%3A%2F%2Fdev-to-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fuploads%2Farticles%2Fpadhsvzwfd0p6rqge2cl.png" alt="tip.md button" width="693" height="390"></a></p> <ol> <li><p><strong>Click the button</strong><br> This takes you to the developer's tipping page where you can show your appreciation.</p></li> <li><p><strong>Send a tip in your preferred cryptocurrency</strong><br> Support open source contributors directly with crypto.</p></li> </ol> <h2> 💰 Supported Cryptocurrencies </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>Ethereum</strong> - The leading smart contract platform with widespread adoption.</li> <li> <strong>Solana</strong> - Fast, low-cost blockchain for those that want speed and minimal transaction fees.</li> <li> <strong>Bitcoin Lightning</strong> - Instant Bitcoin payments with minimal fees using the Lightning Network.</li> </ul> <h2> 🔗 Add a Tip Button to Your GitHub README </h2> <p>Simply add this markdown to your README file:<br> </p> <div class="highlight js-code-highlight"> <pre class="highlight markdown"><code><span class="p">[</span><span class="nv">![Tip in Crypto</span><span class="p">](</span><span class="sx">https://tip.md/badge.svg</span><span class="p">)</span>](https://tip.md/YOUR_USERNAME) </code></pre> </div> <p>Replace <code>YOUR_USERNAME</code> with your tip.md username.</p> <h2> 🌟 Benefits </h2> <ul> <li> <strong>Multi-blockchain support</strong> - Accept tips in Ethereum, Solana, and Bitcoin (using Lightning).</li> <li> <strong>Simple integration</strong> - Just add a markdown snippet to your repo README file or any other markdown-supported platform.</li> <li> <strong>Low fees</strong> - Sustainable 4% fee powers our infrastructure and development - the rest is all yours.</li> <li> <strong>No code changes</strong> - No need to modify your application code or implement complex payment systems.</li> </ul> <h2> 🔍 Examples </h2> <p>Here's how the tip.md button looks in a README <a href="https://github.com/tipdotmd" rel="noopener noreferrer">https://github.com/tipdotmd</a></p> <h2> 🔗 Useful Links </h2> <ul> <li><a href="https://tip.md" rel="noopener noreferrer">Website</a></li> <li><a href="https://tip.md/dashboard" rel="noopener noreferrer">Dashboard</a></li> <li><a href="//mailto:support@tip.md">Support</a></li> </ul> <h2> 📄 License </h2> <p>All rights reserved. The tip.md service is provided as-is.</p> <p>Ready for your open source work to be recognized and supported?</p> <br> <p><a href="https://tip.md/auth" rel="noopener noreferrer">Get Started for Free</a></p> opensource github cryptocurrency