16 December 2024

Redeem an Azteco bitcoin voucher with Proton Wallet

Got questions about bitcoin? Looking for simple answers that don’t confuse you with technical jargon?

If so, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will show you how to redeem an Azteco bitcoin voucher with Proton Wallet.

1. What is Proton Wallet?

Proton WalletGo to /proton-wallet page is a self-custody bitcoin wallet from Proton, the developers of Proton Mail and Proton VPN. It’s available as a web, iOS, or Android app but only supports on-chain transactions at this time.

Easy to use

Proton Wallet is an ideal wallet if you're new to bitcoin. It's free to download and easy to use. You can send and receive bitcoin simply by sharing a QR code or your wallet address.

End-to-end encryption

Proton Wallet was built using the same encryption and security that powers Proton Mail, the world’s largest end-to-end encrypted mail service.

Self-custody control

Proton Wallet is a self-custody wallet, which means that you always have full control over your bitcoin. By comparison, custodial wallets can be easier to use but are less private and less secure.

Robust recovery methods

Proton Wallet includes secure recovery methods to ensure that you’re never locked out from your bitcoin.

Learn more at Proton WalletGo to /proton-wallet page

2. What are Azteco bitcoin vouchers?

Azteco bitcoin vouchersGo to /learn/articles/what-are-azteco-bitcoin-vouchers page are the easy way for everyone to get bitcoin. They work just like gift cards or prepaid vouchers and they’re available in over 190 countries.

It’s easy to redeem your Azteco voucher in less than a minute. There’s no need to create any new accounts and you can use any compatible bitcoin wallet.

Learn moreGo to /learn/articles/what-are-azteco-bitcoin-vouchers page

3. How do I redeem an Azteco bitcoin voucher with Proton Wallet?

Proton Wallet only supports on-chain transactions at this time. If you have an Azteco lightning voucher, you’ll need to use a bitcoin walletGo to /wallets page that supports lightning transactions.

Azteco on-chain vouchers with a 16-digit code

  • Step 1: Visit azte.co/redeemGo to /redeem page and enter your 16-digit voucher code

  • Step 2: Launch the Proton Wallet app, select “Receive”, and then select “Copy Bitcoin Address”. This will copy your wallet address to the clipboard.

  • Step 3: Paste the wallet address into the Azteco redeem page to receive your bitcoin.

If you have questions about your Azteco voucher, please contact AztecoGo to /help-en page.

If you have questions about the Proton Wallet app, please contact ProtonGo to /proton-wallet page.

4. Frequently asked questions

If you’ve got a question that’s not covered here, please let us knowLink to: mailto:support@azte.co?subject=Redeem%20an%20Azteco%20bitcoin%20voucher%20with%20Proton%20Wallet or check out our full list of bitcoin guidesGo to /learn page.

Is Azteco an exchange?

No, Azteco is not an exchange.

Azteco sells vouchers that can be redeemed for bitcoin. They work just like digital gift cards or prepaid vouchers and they’re available for as little as $10.

Learn moreGo to /learn/articles/what-are-azteco-bitcoin-vouchers page

Do I need to create an Azteco account?

No, you don’t need to create an Azteco account to buy or redeem a voucher.

Once you’ve purchased an Azteco voucher, you simply redeem it to receive the bitcoin in your wallet. Learn moreGo to /learn/articles/what-are-azteco-bitcoin-vouchers page

Will Azteco have access to my bitcoin or my bitcoin wallet?

No, Azteco will not have access to your bitcoin or bitcoin wallet.

Once you’ve redeemed your Azteco voucher, the bitcoin is instantly transferred to your bitcoin wallet. Learn moreGo to /learn/articles/what-are-azteco-bitcoin-vouchers page