All Coinsnap plugins are available directly via the official WordPress plugin directory and can be installed in just a few clicks—without uploading files or using FTP. Here we show you how to install a Coinsnap plugin in the WordPress backend!

How to Install a Coinsnap Plugin in WordPress

Step 1: Open the Plugin Installer

Log in to your WordPress admin area and navigate to Plugins → Add Plugin

Add a new plugin in WordPress

This opens the built-in WordPress Plugin Directory, where all verified WordPress plugins are listed.

Step 2: Search and Install the Coinsnap Plugin

Use the search field in the top right and enter Coinsnap [1] or the specific plugin name you want to install (e.g. Bitcoin Donation, Bitcoin Invoice, Bitcoin Voting). Choose the one you want to install, and click Install Now. [2]

Search and install the chosen plugin on WordPress

Step 3: Activate the Plugin

Once installation is complete, click Activate.

Activate the new WordPress plugin

The plugin is now enabled and immediately available in your WordPress backend.

Step 3: Open the Plugin Settings

After activation, a new Coinsnap menu item or settings page will appear in your WordPress dashboard, depending on the plugin. It can look like this [1]:

A Coinsnap Plugin in your WordPress backend

From there, you can connect your Coinsnap account and configure the plugin [2]  according to your use case. We explain how to do this here.

Done

The Coinsnap plugin is now installed, active, and ready to be connected—no manual uploads, no technical setup, and no external tools required. Done in less than a minute!

About the author

Sebastian Paulke

Sebastian Paulke is a communications strategist and technology writer with more than 25 years of experience covering emerging technologies, and a focus over the last three years on Bitcoin and AI. With his blog articles for Coinsnap he aims to help merchants better understand the potential of Bitcoin payments for their business, make informed decisions about using them, and successfully set up Bitcoin payment in their online shops.