# Nimiq

> The World's Most Accepted Crypto

Nimiq is a browser-native Layer 1 blockchain for universal crypto payments, designed for users without technical knowledge.

Nimiq helps everyday users send crypto payments by providing a browser-native Layer 1 blockchain. With it, users can create accounts in 30 seconds, pay at physical locations worldwide, and stake tokens for rewards. Nimiq removes technical barriers to make crypto accessible to mainstream users without sacrificing decentralization.

- Type: Project
- Sector: Payments
- Status: Active
- Profile: https://thegrid.id/profiles/nimiq

## Products

- [Nimiq Blockchain](https://thegrid.id/profiles/nimiq): Nimiq Blockchain is a browser-native Layer 1 network using Albatross Proof-of-Stake consensus, enabling direct peer-to-peer payments without intermediaries. The system supports instant transactions with automatic gas management and IBAN-formatted addresses for usability. (L1, Live, Main Product)
- [Nimiq Wallet](https://thegrid.id/profiles/nimiq): Nimiq Wallet is a self-custodial web wallet connecting directly to the Nimiq blockchain, supporting NIM, BTC, USDC assets. The system provides in-wallet swapping, staking capabilities, and PWA functionality for mobile use. (Wallet, Live)
- [Nimiq Hub](https://thegrid.id/profiles/nimiq): Nimiq Hub provides a unified API interface for developers to integrate Nimiq payment functionality into applications. The system manages account abstraction and transaction signing through secure iframe architecture. (Embedded Wallet, Live)
- [Nimiq Keyguard](https://thegrid.id/profiles/nimiq): Nimiq Keyguard handles private key storage and transaction signing in an isolated browser environment with strict security policies. The system manages cryptographic operations while maintaining key isolation from application interfaces. (Developer Tooling, Live)
- [Crypto Map](https://thegrid.id/profiles/nimiq): Crypto Map displays over 30,000 physical locations worldwide accepting cryptocurrency payments including NIM and Bitcoin. The system provides merchant discovery, filtering capabilities, and Google Maps integration for navigation. (Off-Chain Data APIs and Services, Live)
- [Nimiq Pay](https://thegrid.id/profiles/nimiq): Nimiq Pay enables merchants to accept cryptocurrency payments through QR codes and payment links supporting NIM, Bitcoin, and Ethereum. The system provides instant payment processing without registration requirements. (Merchant Payment Gateway, Live)

## Assets

- [Nimiq (NIM)](https://thegrid.id/profiles/nimiq): NIM is the native token of the Nimiq blockchain. It is used to pay transaction fees, stake for network validation via proof of stake, and send peer-to-peer payments. NIM runs directly in web browsers without downloads or installations, allowing users to transact using only a browser. (Native)

## Links

- [Main](https://www.nimiq.com)
- [Documentation](https://www.nimiq.com/developers)
- [Whitepaper](https://www.nimiq.com/litepaper)
- [Blog](https://www.nimiq.com/blog)
- [Twitter / X](https://x.com/nimiq)
- [GitHub](https://github.com/nimiq)
- [Reddit](https://www.reddit.com/r/nimiq)

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