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Getting Started with FiatFlex: A Complete Setup Guide

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Getting Started with FiatFlex: A Complete Setup Guide

Ready to revolutionize your payment processing? This comprehensive guide will walk you through setting up FiatFlex from account creation to accepting your first payment.

Before You Begin

What You'll Need

• Valid business registration documents

• Government-issued ID for verification

• Business bank account details (IBAN and BIC)

• Basic business information (address, contact details, business type)

• Smartphone for two-factor authentication setup

Estimated Setup Time

• Account creation: 5 minutes

• Document verification: 24-48 hours

• Full platform setup: 30 minutes

Step 1: Account Creation

Visit FiatFlex.com

Navigate to the official FiatFlex website and click "Get Started" or "Sign Up."

Choose Account Type

Select "Business Account" to access all FiatFlex features including both crypto and fiat payment processing.

Basic Information

Provide your business details:

• Business name and registration number

• Business address and country

• Primary contact information

• Business category and estimated transaction volume

Create Credentials

• Choose a strong password (minimum 12 characters)

• Enable two-factor authentication immediately

• Verify your email address

Step 2: Business Verification

Document Upload

Upload clear photos or scans of:

• Business registration certificate

• Tax identification documents

• Proof of business address

• Director/owner identification

KYC (Know Your Customer) Process

Complete identity verification for all business owners with >25% ownership:

• Government-issued photo ID

• Proof of address (utility bill, bank statement)

• Selfie verification

Processing Time

Most verifications complete within 24-48 hours. Complex cases may take up to 5 business days.

Step 3: Banking Setup

Add Your Bank Account

Navigate to Settings > Banking and add your business bank account:

• IBAN (International Bank Account Number)

• BIC/SWIFT code

• Bank name and address

• Account holder name (must match business registration)

Verification Process

FiatFlex will make a small test deposit to verify your account. This typically takes 1-2 business days.

Withdrawal Settings

Configure your withdrawal preferences:

• Minimum withdrawal amounts

• Automatic vs. manual withdrawals

• Notification preferences

Step 4: Payment Method Configuration

Crypto Payment Setup

Wallet Generation: FiatFlex automatically creates secure wallets for USDC, EUROC, and SOL on the Solana blockchain.

Payment Links: Create customizable payment links for invoices and online sales.

QR Code Generation: Generate QR codes for in-person crypto payments.

Conversion Settings: Configure when and how crypto converts to euros.

Fiat Payment Setup

Terminal Request: Order your contactless payment terminal (ships within 3-5 business days).

NFC Configuration: Set up Tap to Pay for cards and mobile wallets.

Integration Options: Connect FiatFlex to your existing POS system if needed.

Receipt Settings: Configure digital receipt delivery.

Step 5: Integration and Testing