[GNC] Suggestion to Accept Bitcoin/Lightning/Monero Donations

[David Carlson]

I hope the developers can identify whether this is phishing or worse!!!!!

On Wed, Jun 11, 2025 at 5:02 AM 83281 via gnucash-user <
gnucash-user at gnucash.org> wrote:

> Hello,
>
> I hope this message finds you well. I am a supporter of your open-source
> project GnuCash and would like to make a donation. However, I noticed that
> you currently do not accept Bitcoin, Lightning, or Monero.
>
> Privacy is very important to me, as it is to many other open-source users
> and advocates. Supporting privacy-respecting donation methods like Bitcoin
> and Monero would likely encourage more people to contribute. These options
> also operate independently of banks and intermediaries, which aligns with
> the values of a freer and more open world.
>
> Would you consider adding the option to donate via Bitcoin (on-chain and
> maybe even Lightning) or Monero? If you need any assistance implementing
> this, I would be happy to help.
>
> The easiest way to get started is by downloading Cake Wallet, which is
> open-source, non-custodial, and supports both Bitcoin and Monero (as well
> as other cryptocurrencies). You could then simply display the wallet
> address on your website for donations.
>
> Thank you for your work and for considering this suggestion. Please let me
> know if you have any questions or if I can assist in any way.
>
> Best regards!
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David Carlson