People viewed cryptocurrency as an illegal currency people used for illegal transactions in the past. However, cryptocurrency has grown in popularity and value.
Some countries have even considered it legal to use in transactions, and some companies accept payment in cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin. Experts have even predicted that Bitcoin might start competing or even surpass and replace the US dollar.
Some of the things you can currently buy using cryptocurrency include:
- Crypto coffee
Although not yet mainstream, there is a Praha coffee bar that only accepts payments in cryptocurrency.
- Web hosting
If you have a business and want to pay for website hosting, you can use cryptocurrency. Namecheap is a website hosting company that accepts payment in Bitcoin. Experts predict that more hosting companies will embrace that trend in the future.
- Branded watches
Some popular watch brands like Rolex and Cartier have recently started accepting payments in Bitcoin, and several fashion brands are also expected to start doing the same.
- Adult Content
One of the main advantages of using cryptocurrency as a means of payment is anonymity. If you want to buy content from sites like naughty America and Pornhub but want to remain anonymous, you can now do so or subscribe using Bitcoin.
- Charity donations
GiveCrypto, a non-profit organization, allows people to make donations using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.
- Trips
Some companies allow you to pay for airplane tickets other travel tickets, book accommodations, and buy food using cryptocurrencies.
- Real estate
While it is hard to find a real estate company and insurance companies that accept cryptocurrency, a few companies will accept crypto as payment for properties. However, that depends on the cryptocurrency you are using.
- Jewelry
Some expensive jewelry stores accept crypto as payment for specific jewelry pieces.
- Home goods
If you want to redecorate or restock your home items using crypto, Overstock is the home décor store to visit.
- Premium cars
If you want to pay for your Ferrari, Lamborghini, or any other luxury car using Bitcoin, Bitcars is the car sales company for you.
- Microsoft products
Microsoft recently started reaccepting Bitcoin as a payment option for Windows products and Xbox online games.
- VPN
If you want to increase your anonymity using VPN, several companies will accept cryptocurrency for their VPN services.
- Pet supplies
You can use Bitcoin to restock your pet supplies or buy new toys from CryptoPet.
- Computer hardware
Having high-quality computer hardware is an essential part of the success of your cryptocurrency investment. You can get new computer hardware from CaseKing and pay using cryptocurrency.
- Medication
There are several websites to buy specific medications like Modafinil using cryptocurrency. Before buying from them, however, you need to ensure they are legit to avoid losing your crypto-savings.
- Game Keys
If you want game keys for yourself or gift someone, you can buy them using crypto from Keys4Coins.
- Gift Cards
Sometimes getting a gift for a friend or loved one can be challenging, but now you can use your crypto coins to buy a gift card from eGifter. The brand has gift cards for over 200 popular brands.