How to Install BTCPay Server on Windows 10

BTCPay Server is an open-source payment processor that allows users to accept Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. It is a self-hosted solution that eliminates the need for third-party payment processors, reducing transaction fees and increasing privacy. In this tutorial, we will guide you through the steps of installing BTCPay Server on Windows 10.

Prerequisites

Before we proceed, there are a few prerequisites we need to take care of:

• A Windows 10 machine
• A positive attitude!

Step 1: Install WSL2

WSL2 is required to run BTCPay Server. To get started, follow these steps:

1. Open Control Panel.
2. Click on Programs.
3. Click on Turn Windows features on or off.
4. Scroll down and check the Windows Subsystem for Linux option.
5. Click OK and wait for the installation to finish.
6. Restart your computer.

Step 2: Install Ubuntu 20.04 LTS

Next, we need to install Ubuntu 20.04 LTS:

1. Open the Microsoft Store.
2. Search for Ubuntu.
3. Click on the Ubuntu 20.04 LTS option and then click Install.
4. Wait for the installation to finish.

Step 3: Install BTCPay Server

Now, we can finally install BTCPay Server:

1. Open Ubuntu from the Start menu.
2. Run the following commands to download and install BTCPay Server:

sudo apt-get update
sudo apt-get install -y git
git clone https://github.com/btcpayserver/btcpayserver.git
cd btcpayserver
./btcpay-setup.sh

3. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure BTCPay Server. You will need to set up a wallet and configure your server settings.
4. Wait for the installation to finish. This may take a while depending on your internet speed and server specs.

Step 4: Access BTCPay Server

BTCPay Server should now be installed and running on your Windows 10 machine. To access it, open a web browser and navigate to https://localhost:443. You may need to accept a security warning before proceeding.

That's it! You can now start accepting Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies with BTCPay Server. Congratulations on successfully installing BTCPay Server on Windows 10.

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