Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit

Unlock cash for

Unlock cash for

BLOC is Shakepay's Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit. Use bitcoin as collateral to access cash directly in Shakepay, while keeping your bitcoin.

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Onboarding app screen

Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit is here at Shakepay

Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit is here at Shakepay

Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit is here at Shakepay

Need cash, but not ready to sell your bitcoin?
BLOC gives you another option: use your bitcoin as collateral and access funds while keeping bitcoin part of your long-term plan.

Need cash, not ready to sell your bitcoin?

BLOC gives you another option: use your bitcoin as collateral and access funds while keeping bitcoin part of your long-term plan.

Borrow at your status rate

11.5% APR

Available to Base status

10.5% APR

Available to Bright status

9.5% APR

Available to Blue status

Use bitcoin as part of everyday financial life

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Borrow cash without selling

Use bitcoin as collateral instead of selling when you need cash with no fixed monthly payments while your LTV is 50% or lower.

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Keep your BTC plan intact

More flexibility today, while your bitcoin stays part of your long-term plan.

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Manage in Shakepay

Track your balance, make payments, add collateral, or withdraw eligible collateral directly in the app.

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Built for Canadians

BLOC is available to Canadians directly through the Shakepay app.

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Borrow up to available limit

Borrow cash directly in Shakepay, up to your available limit.

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Review borrowing terms

Review your APR, repayment details, collateral requirements, loan-to-value ratio, and risk information before you confirm.

Access cash in a few taps!

Access cash in a few taps!

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Open BLOC in Shakepay

Open the app, find BLOC, and review the details available to you.

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Use bitcoin as collateral

Choose how much bitcoin you'd like to use to open your line of credit.

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Borrow from available credit

Borrow cash directly in Shakepay, up to your available limit.

Ready to explore a Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit?

Ready to explore a
Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit?

Open Shakepay, review the full terms, and see if BLOC is right for you.

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*Borrowing terms, eligibility, rates, repayment details, collateral requirements, and risk information are shown in-app before you confirm.

Offered by Shakepay Credit Inc. under exemptive relief by Canadian securities regulators.

FAQ

Questions about BLOC

What is BLOC?

BLOC is Shakepay's Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit. It lets Canadians borrow cash using bitcoin as collateral, directly in Shakepay.

Do I have to sell my bitcoin to use BLOC?

No. BLOC is designed to let you borrow cash without selling bitcoin first. Your bitcoin is used as collateral for the line of credit.

How much can I borrow?

You can borrow up to your available limit.

Where do I see my terms and rates?

Your APR, borrowing terms, eligibility, repayment details, collateral requirements, and risk information are shown in-app before you confirm.

What is loan-to-value?

Loan-to-value compares your borrowed amount with the value of the bitcoin used as collateral. Because bitcoin's price can move quickly, your loan-to-value ratio can change after you borrow.

What happens if the value of my collateral falls?

If your collateral value falls below Shakepay's required threshold, you may need to add funds or risk a partial, automated liquidation of your bitcoin to cover the line of credit.

Can I manage BLOC in the app?

Yes. You can track your balance, monitor your loan-to-value ratio, make payments, add collateral, or withdraw eligible collateral directly in Shakepay.

FAQ

Questions about BLOC

What is BLOC?

BLOC is Shakepay's Bitcoin-backed Line of Credit. It lets Canadians borrow cash using bitcoin as collateral, directly in Shakepay.

Do I have to sell my bitcoin to use BLOC?

No. BLOC is designed to let you borrow cash without selling bitcoin first. Your bitcoin is used as collateral for the line of credit.

How much can I borrow?

You can borrow up to your available limit.

Where do I see my terms and rates?

Your APR, borrowing terms, eligibility, repayment details, collateral requirements, and risk information are shown in-app before you confirm.

What is loan-to-value?

Loan-to-value compares your borrowed amount with the value of the bitcoin used as collateral. Because bitcoin's price can move quickly, your loan-to-value ratio can change after you borrow.

What happens if the value of my collateral falls?

If your collateral value falls below Shakepay's required threshold, you may need to add funds or risk a partial, automated liquidation of your bitcoin to cover the line of credit.

Can I manage BLOC in the app?

Yes. You can track your balance, monitor your loan-to-value ratio, make payments, add collateral, or withdraw eligible collateral directly in Shakepay.

Regulated

FINTRAC #M17065696

Shakepay is a member of the Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) and is registered as an Investment Dealer with the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) and the securities regulatory authorities in all Canadian provinces and territories.

your cash is protected by CIPF, up to $1m