BTCPak - Exchange your Bitcoins for MP [$100, $250, $500 and $1000 MPs]

[DBordello]

BTCPak - Exchange your Bitcoins for MP: secure, anonymous and easy!

Introducing https://www.btcpak.com

Now offering $1,000 MP!

I am proud to announce BTCPak.  BTCPak is a new service that will allow you to purchase MPs with Bitcoins.  Buying MPs has never been easier.  

• Select the value of the MP
• Provide a refund address
• Send bitcoins to deposit address provided
• After 6 confirmation, receive your MP Code!

If you sent your Bitcoins from the Mt. Gox green address, your MP code is released immediately!  Otherwise the MP code is available after 6 network confirmations.  

The service is completely anonymous.  The only information required is a refund address! (Which likely will never be utilized).

We are currently offering three denominations: $1,000 MP, $500 MP, $250 MP and $100 MP.

I have been involved in numerous BTC<->MP transactions over the last couple of months.  My #bitcoin-otc Web of Trust (WOT) rating is available here: http://bitcoin-otc.com/viewratingdetail.php?nick=DBordello

I look forward to providing this service to community.  Please feel free to disdcuss your experiences with the service.  

Dan

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[newdude]

I love this! Innovation at its BEST. Will be using your service this week.

[DBordello]

I love this! Innovation at its BEST. Will be using your service this week.

I am glad to hear that!  Please let me know how your experience is.

Dan

[newdude]

I would recommend being able to change the amount of the MoneyPak.

[DBordello]

I would recommend being able to change the amount of the MoneyPak.

Initially we are going to stick with the $100 MP.  In the future we plan to expand to other denominations.

Dan

[grue]

What is the advantage is using this over a btc -> paypal service?

[Stephen Gornick]

What is the advantage is using this over a btc -> paypal service?

PayPal is just one place that accepts MoneyPak for deposit (Serve from American Express), to reload prepaid cards or for bill payment (e.g., Metro PCS).
 - https://www.moneypak.com/WhoAccepts.aspx

[newdude]

I would-NOT do anything concerning Paypal.

[grue]

What is the advantage is using this over a btc -> paypal service?

PayPal is just one place that accepts MoneyPak for deposit (Serve from American Express), to reload prepaid cards or for bill payment (e.g., Metro PCS).
 - https://www.moneypak.com/WhoAccepts.aspx

thanks.

[abaaj]

Vouch for OP , I have done numerous amount of exchanges.

[sunnankar]

If you sent your Bitcoins from the Mt. Gox or Instawallet green address, your MoneyPak code is released immediately!  Otherwise the MoneyPak code is available after 6 network confirmations. 

I think you may need to extend the period of time, currently what like 2 minutes?, for a transaction to be sent to the network before the transaction is closed due to lack of deposits. It seems Strongcoin.com takes a while to get a payment sent out to the network. Perhaps increase it to an hour or something.

[DBordello]

If you sent your Bitcoins from the Mt. Gox or Instawallet green address, your MoneyPak code is released immediately!  Otherwise the MoneyPak code is available after 6 network confirmations.  

I think you may need to extend the period of time, currently what like 2 minutes?, for a transaction to be sent to the network before the transaction is closed due to lack of deposits. It seems Strongcoin.com takes a while to get a payment sent out to the network. Perhaps increase it to an hour or something.

Thank you for the comment.  The timeout on the transaction has been extended.

It is odd that strongcoin is taking so long for a transaction to hit the bitcoin network.  Most other clients send the transaction immediately.  I will investigate the issue.

Dan

[DBordello]

If you sent your Bitcoins from the Mt. Gox or Instawallet green address, your MP code is released immediately!  Otherwise the MP code is available after 6 network confirmations.  

I think you may need to extend the period of time, currently what like 2 minutes?, for a transaction to be sent to the network before the transaction is closed due to lack of deposits. It seems Strongcoin.com takes a while to get a payment sent out to the network. Perhaps increase it to an hour or something.

Just to clarify, although the transaction was closed (and therefore a MP code was not released), the deposit was refunded.  

However, this bug did work slightly in your favor.  Since bitcoins are worth more now, you can purchase the same MP for slightly less.

Sorry for the hassle,  

Dan

[sunnankar]

I think you may need to extend the period of time, currently what like 2 minutes?, for a transaction to be sent to the network before the transaction is closed due to lack of deposits. It seems Strongcoin.com takes a while to get a payment sent out to the network. Perhaps increase it to an hour or something.

Just to clarify, although the transaction was closed (and therefore a MoneyPak code was not released), the deposit was refunded. 

However, this bug did work slightly in your favor.  Since bitcoins are worth more now, you can purchase the same MoneyPak for slightly less.

What is odd is the transaction does not show up in the blockchain. It does show up in Strongcoin.com's transaction history but the link to the transaction shows an error and that no transaction exists. I think Strongcoin is having issues. Anyone else having problems with Strongcoin?

The MoneyPaks are Sold Out. Need moar MoneyPaks!

Would be really cool if you added the ability for there to be multiple suppliers who can be rated or at least have the transactions closed with a satisfactory remark from buyers. Then this informal hawala network could scale better. You could take a small fee as the trust agent.

[DBordello]

I think you may need to extend the period of time, currently what like 2 minutes?, for a transaction to be sent to the network before the transaction is closed due to lack of deposits. It seems Strongcoin.com takes a while to get a payment sent out to the network. Perhaps increase it to an hour or something.

Just to clarify, although the transaction was closed (and therefore a MP code was not released), the deposit was refunded.  

However, this bug did work slightly in your favor.  Since bitcoins are worth more now, you can purchase the same MP for slightly less.

What is odd is the transaction does not show up in the blockchain. It does show up in Strongcoin.com's transaction history but the link to the transaction shows an error and that no transaction exists. I think Strongcoin is having issues. Anyone else having problems with Strongcoin?

The MPs are Sold Out. Need moar MPs!

Would be really cool if you added the ability for there to be multiple suppliers who can be rated or at least have the transactions closed with a satisfactory remark from buyers. Then this informal hawala network could scale better. You could take a small fee as the trust agent.

I am not exactly sure what is going on with strongcoin.  Hopefully they sort it out soon.

The multiple suppliers idea makes me nervous.  Since I am 100% in possession of the MPs, I know that they are valid.  If a buyer claims that a MP is invalid, it is difficult to prove who is at fault, the seller or the buyer.  So for now I think we are going to stick with a single seller model.  

I apologize for the sold out page.  That was a little bug that popped up (erring on the side of saftey).  Don't worry, we are fully loaded and waiting for your bitcoins.  

[sunnankar]

The multiple suppliers idea makes me nervous.  Since I am 100% in possession of the MoneyPaks, I know that they are valid.  If a buyer claims that a MoneyPak is invalid, it is difficult to prove who is at fault, the seller or the buyer.  So for now I think we are going to stick with a single seller model. 

Something to keep in mind. I have a friend who owns a few mobile home parks. His tenants currently deposit cash into his bank account to pay their rent. There is a good chance he would prefer Bitinstant for a few tenants every month so long as he can convert back out to cash easily with MoneyPaks and Amex cards.

[DBordello]

The multiple suppliers idea makes me nervous.  Since I am 100% in possession of the MP, I know that they are valid.  If a buyer claims that a MP is invalid, it is difficult to prove who is at fault, the seller or the buyer.  So for now I think we are going to stick with a single seller model.  

Something to keep in mind. I have a friend who owns a few mobile home parks. His tenants currently deposit cash into his bank account to pay their rent. There is a good chance he would prefer Bitinstant for a few tenants every month so long as he can convert back out to cash easily with MP and Amex cards.

That sounds very interesting.  Let me know how I can be assistance to him.

Dan

[sunnankar]

I am not exactly sure what is going on with strongcoin.  Hopefully they sort it out soon.

Strongcoin finally got a few of their issues sorted out so I was able to make transfers. Got one of the Moneypak's and the transaction went flawlessly as I reloaded the Amex page after using the Moneypak and the balance was shown on my card.

It did take about one hour for the 6 confirmations to go through. Was stuck at 4 confirmations for like 20 minutes. So if someone gets the Moneypak then make sure you keep that transaction ID safe and probably just pick it up after doing some errands, etc.

This is a great loop, although some friction at about 6% both ways, between BitInstant, BTCPak and Amex prepaid debit/ATM cards.

Great service!

[DBordello]

I am not exactly sure what is going on with strongcoin.  Hopefully they sort it out soon.

Strongcoin finally got a few of their issues sorted out so I was able to make transfers. Got one of the Moneypak's and the transaction went flawlessly as I reloaded the Amex page after using the Moneypak and the balance was shown on my card.

It did take about one hour for the 6 confirmations to go through. Was stuck at 4 confirmations for like 20 minutes. So if someone gets the Moneypak then make sure you keep that transaction ID safe and probably just pick it up after doing some errands, etc.

This is a great loop, although some friction at about 6% both ways, between BitInstant, BTCPak and Amex prepaid debit/ATM cards.

Great service!

I am glad that strongcoin was able to sort everything out and that you were able to utilize our service.

Unfortunately, confirmations are one of the weaknesses of the bitcoin network that we have to deal with.  Generally, if the funds are sent from the standard bitcoin client, a fee is provided and the transaction is picked up in the next block.  However, the trouble comes when people send from online wallets such as Mt. Gox or Instawallet.  These services don't always include fees and the transaction hangs out in limbo for a while.  We try to get around that by recognizing the green address of these services.

Dan

[DBordello]

I am proud to report that BTCPak has sold over $2000 worth of MP codes.  So far all of the transactions have been smooth and we have gotten positive feedback from our users.

Thank you everybody!

Dan

[tiptopgemdotcom]

I just bought a moneypak from the site and it is smooth.  Very nice interface.  Got my code as soon as the sixth confirmation hit.  This is so much nicer than the long delays for an exchange to cash me out.  The fee is worth the peace of mind.

[finway]

Great service!

[tiptopgemdotcom]

I bought two more $100 paks.  There was a tiny glitch with one but when I e-mailed DBordello he sorted me out very quickly.  His service is top-notch.  IMHO, this is just what bitcoin needs right now.

[mndrix]

Great idea for a service.  In the FAQ, you refer to your OTC rating. You might want to sign that statement with your OTC key so customers can verify you really are DBordello.

[DBordello]

Great idea for a service.  In the FAQ, you refer to your OTC rating. You might want to sign that statement with your OTC key so customers can verify you really are DBordello.

That is a good idea.  I will be sure to have that added.

Dan

[DBordello]

We have sold just over $5000 worth of MPs.  

Thank you everybody!

Dan

[DBordello]

We have recently expanded our offering of MP denominations.  We are now offering the following denominations:

• $100
• $250

As expected, the $250 MP is offered at a lower rate than the $100 MP.

Dan

[DBordello]

By popular demand we have expanded our offerings once more.  We are now offering the following denominations:

• $500
• $250
• $100

The $500 MP offers the greatest rate.

Dan

[dirtycat]

tried it out worked great.. fees made me vomit.. other than that super service!

[John (John K.)]

tried it out worked great.. fees made me vomit.. other than that super service!

Hey, the man's doing a service here 

[dirtycat]

tried it out worked great.. fees made me vomit.. other than that super service!

Hey, the man's doing a service here 

didnt say it sucked.. it was great! probably the best out there.. but due to the fees.. probably wont be using it again anytime soon.

[DBordello]

dirtycat,

I am glad that you enjoyed our service and that everything worked out.

Dan

[shykull]

One question.

Would I be able to use MoneyPak if I am not a US citizen?

[DBordello]

One question.

Would I be able to use MoneyPak if I am not a US citizen?

I am not exactly sure about this.  I know that PayPal is international, but I do not think you can add MPs to non United States accounts.

This likely requires more research before you invest in a MP.

Dan

[DBordello]

I would like to thank everybody for their business.  In the last 6 weeks, we have sold over $25k of MPs.  

Thanks!

Dan

[Stephen Gornick]

In the last 6 weeks, we have sold over $25k of MoneyPaks. 

You must know every cashier at that Walmart by now.

[DBordello]

In the last 6 weeks, we have sold over $25k of MPs.  

You must know every cashier at that Walmart by now.

I actually am able to do a pretty good job of spreading out my purchases.  It is amazing how many places sell MP when you start looking for them.

Dan

[dirtycat]

In the last 6 weeks, we have sold over $25k of MoneyPaks. 

You must know every cashier at that Walmart by now.

I actually am able to do a pretty good job of spreading out my purchases.  It is amazing how many places sell MoneyPak when you start looking for them.

Dan

so true I found them in some of the oddest places for sale.

[DBordello]

We have now sold over 150 MPs!  Thank you everybody for your business.  

Dan

[DBordello]

We have now been open for two months.  Things are going great.  

Are there any feature requests that people would like to see implemented?  I would like to close the gap between our numerous users, and the lack of discussion about the service.

Dan

[Kris]

Love seeing new "services" Not that I know what MoneyPaks is, but I bet it's useful

[DBordello]

Love seeing new "services" Not that I know what MoneyPaks is, but I bet it's useful

I hope that you learned a bit about MPs

[DBordello]

General bump.

[Stephen Gornick]

I see a lot of people who have already converted to USDs but those funds are sitting at exchanges with the account owner frustrated at trying to find ways to get those funds out in a timely manner.

Would you consider exchanging USD redeemable codes (from Mt. Gox, for example) for MoneyPaks?

[DBordello]

I see a lot of people who have already converted to USDs but those funds are sitting at exchanges with the account owner frustrated at trying to find ways to get those funds out in a timely manner.

Would you consider exchanging USD redeemable codes (from Mt. Gox, for example) for MoneyPaks?

We are working on a solution that should feel your needs.  Hopefully we have that up and running within the next couple of weeks.

Dan

[DBordello]

We have successfully sold over $50,000 of MPs.  We have yet to receive negative feedback about the service.

Thanks for your support!

Dan

[sunnankar]

We have successfully sold over $50,000 of MoneyPaks.  We have yet to receive negative feedback about the service.

Great job. Have you thought of using ZipConf which would allow for zero confirmations?

[DBordello]

We have successfully sold over $50,000 of MPs.  We have yet to receive negative feedback about the service.

Great job. Have you thought of using ZipConf which would allow for zero confirmations?

Thank you for bringing this to my attention.  We are looking in to it.  

Dan

[DBordello]

We have successfully sold over $50,000 of MPs.  We have yet to receive negative feedback about the service.

Great job. Have you thought of using ZipConf which would allow for zero confirmations?

We have spoken with the developers of ZipConf.  We are both implementing some APIs.  BTCPak should be accepting instant deposits within the upcoming week.  

Thank you for the heads up.

Dan

[TizzyTazzy]

Great fast service. Perfect way to cash out for my business that accepts BTC as a form of payment.

EDIT: Also wanted to understand your green address thing, is their a way to verify your address so it can be green flagged or what ever you wanna call it.

It would also be great if you could simply have the code emailed after the 6 confirmations as an option instead of having to wait on the screen for 6 confirmations, that can be a drag.

[DBordello]

Great fast service. Perfect way to cash out for my business that accepts BTC as a form of payment.

EDIT: Also wanted to understand your green address thing, is their a way to verify your address so it can be green flagged or what ever you wanna call it.

It would also be great if you could simply have the code emailed after the 6 confirmations as an option instead of having to wait on the screen for 6 confirmations, that can be a drag.

The Green Address was purposed a while ago for trusted companies to "sign" transactions.  At the moment, only the Mt.Gox green address is recognized.  Therefore if you send the funds from Mt.Gox, you will receive the MP code instantly.

I have thought about adding an option for an email address.  I will put some more thought in to that.  Since the MP code is "like cash", I am hesitant to include it in an email.

Dan

[TizzyTazzy]

Great fast service. Perfect way to cash out for my business that accepts BTC as a form of payment.

EDIT: Also wanted to understand your green address thing, is their a way to verify your address so it can be green flagged or what ever you wanna call it.

It would also be great if you could simply have the code emailed after the 6 confirmations as an option instead of having to wait on the screen for 6 confirmations, that can be a drag.

The Green Address was purposed a while ago for trusted companies to "sign" transactions.  At the moment, only the Mt.Gox green address is recognized.  Therefore if you send the funds from Mt.Gox, you will receive the MoneyPak code instantly.

I have thought about adding an option for an email address.  I will put some more thought in to that.  Since the MoneyPak code is "like cash", I am hesitant to include it in an email.

Dan

Well just make them have a choice to have it emailed, I think most people who use your service load the funds right after.

[Stephen Gornick]

Since the MoneyPak code is "like cash", I am hesitant to include it in an email.

The way BitInstant solved that is to give a PIN# on the purchase summary / receipt page.

Then in the e-mail is a URL to a page, but to gain access to the moneypak code, the PIN is needed.

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

[epbaha]

You should offer the reverse service.  Just accept the mp codes and cash the moneypak first.  then send the btc.

[DBordello]

You should offer the reverse service.  Just accept the mp codes and cash the moneypak first.  then send the btc.

I would love to.  However, that service is a bit trickier.  I did it manually for a while, but it is hard to sustain.

[DBordello]

Since the MP code is "like cash", I am hesitant to include it in an email.

The way BitInstant solved that is to give a PIN# on the purchase summary / receipt page.

Then in the e-mail is a URL to a page, but to gain access to the moneypak code, the PIN is needed.

This is an excellent method.  We are working to implement it now.

Dan

[rothglobal]

Have to throw out a huge kudos to the OP. Have not used it, but have read the thread. Very impressive exchange service, actually better than any exchange service I have seen for the largest e-currency, Liberty Reserve. That's a huge accomplishment.

[sunnankar]

Have to throw out a huge kudos to the OP. Have not used it, but have read the thread. Very impressive exchange service, actually better than any exchange service I have seen for the largest e-currency, Liberty Reserve. That's a huge accomplishment.

BTCPak's are great; particularly in conjunction with the American Express Prepaid Card which has a $400/daily ATM withdrawal limit, no monthly fee, first withdraw in a month is free then $2/withdrawal.

What could make it better?

If BTCPak operated with ZipConf so the 6 confirmations were not an issue and you could go from bitcoins to cash in hand at an ATM in less than 1 minute.

If there were only a service to get a batch of 2-4 American Express Prepaid Cards along with possibly the online credentials so the balance can be checked. Any service providers?

[rothglobal]

Have to throw out a huge kudos to the OP. Have not used it, but have read the thread. Very impressive exchange service, actually better than any exchange service I have seen for the largest e-currency, Liberty Reserve. That's a huge accomplishment.

BTCPak's are great; particularly in conjunction with the American Express Prepaid Card which has a $400/daily ATM withdrawal limit, no monthly fee, first withdraw in a month is free then $2/withdrawal.

What could make it better?

If BTCPak operated with ZipConf so the 6 confirmations were not an issue and you could go from bitcoins to cash in hand at an ATM in less than 1 minute.

If there were only a service to get a batch of 2-4 American Express Prepaid Cards along with possibly the online credentials so the balance can be checked. Any service providers?

AMEX is highly regulated. Not going to be possible.

[sunnankar]

AMEX is highly regulated. Not going to be possible.

I think it would be possible because the cards were intended by Amex to be used this way.

Based on the Amex ToS one person with an address and SSN can get 3 cards; 1 for themself and 2 for 2 other people in those people's names and their address. So only one SSN is needed for the 3 cards total. Amex intends people to get cards for other people such as for their children, maids, butlers, etc.

[rothglobal]

AMEX is highly regulated. Not going to be possible.

I think it would be possible because the cards were intended by Amex to be used this way.

Based on the Amex ToS one person with an address and SSN can get 3 cards; 1 for themself and 2 for 2 other people in those people's names and their address. So only one SSN is needed for the 3 cards total. Amex intends people to get cards for other people such as for their children, maids, butlers, etc.

This is if someone is going to sell you access to a card issued by their SSN. That just sounds really problematic.

[Liberty Payout]

Successfully purchased a $500 Moneypak. Thanks.

[DBordello]

Successfully purchased a $500 Moneypak. Thanks.

I am glad that your transaction was smooth.  I appreciate the feedback.  Please let us know how we can assist you with your financial needs in the future.

Dan

[DBordello]

We are now offering $1,000 MPs!  

Due to repeated requests, we have expanded our offerings to include this higher denomination.  

You can purchase with confidence.  We have sold over $85,000 worth of MPs to date.  

Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.

Thanks!

Dan

[Phraust]

Just used it for the first time, and I gotta say it's super fantastic.  Really easy, able to put my MoneyPak code in to my account is just a few minutes!  Definitely using it again

Pretty site too!

[DBordello]

Just used it for the first time, and I gotta say it's super fantastic.  Really easy, able to put my MoneyPak code in to my account is just a few minutes!  Definitely using it again

Pretty site too!

I must provide credit, where credit is due.  Phraust developed the layout of the site.  Without him the site would not look anywhere near as sharp, and I think that is reflected in the bottom line.

Thanks Phraust!

Dan

[sunnankar]

Really easy, able to put my MoneyPak code in to my account is just a few minutes!

Been hoarding my BTC lately but 'a few minutes'; did you get ZipConf working with it?

[DBordello]

Really easy, able to put my MoneyPak code in to my account is just a few minutes!

Been hoarding my BTC lately but 'a few minutes'; did you get ZipConf working with it?

Sadly we have not integrated with ZipConf yet.  We are still working together, I am hopeful, but not optimistic that we will be able to work something out.

[Liberty Payout]

Quick question, is the site automatically updated with the current rate of BTC?

[DBordello]

Quick question, is the site automatically updated with the current rate of BTC?

Yes it is.  The rate stated when you start the transaction is the rate you get.

[DBordello]

I would like to thank everybody for their business.  

Please feel free to contact us if you run in to any issues.

Dan

[opticbit]

used this a little while ago, would be nice to have a <$100 option

[DBordello]

used this a little while ago, would be nice to have a <$100 option

I am glad that you were able to utilize our service.  Hopefully we will be able to satisfy your needs in the future.

Dan

[TizzyTazzy]

used this a little while ago, would be nice to have a <$100 option

Yeah I can see $25, $50, and $75 options becoming useful from time to time.

[DeathAndTaxes]

used this a little while ago, would be nice to have a <$100 option

Yeah I can see $25, $50, and $75 options becoming useful from time to time.

Really?

So $25 + $5 GreenDot fee + say $5 to BTCPak for the service.  = $35 for $25 = 40% markup?

Doesn't the flat fee structure kinda make larger tx useful and smaller ones prohibitively expensive.  It would be kinda like trying to Western Union $18.  Yeah you can do it but it doesn't make much sense.

[DBordello]

used this a little while ago, would be nice to have a <$100 option

Yeah I can see $25, $50, and $75 options becoming useful from time to time.

Really?

So $25 + $5 GreenDot fee + say $5 to BTCPak for the service.  = $35 for $25 = 40% markup?

Doesn't the flat fee structure kinda make larger tx useful and smaller ones prohibitively expensive.  It would be kinda like trying to Western Union $18.  Yeah you can do it but it doesn't make much sense.

This is consistent with my thinking as well.  The overhead becomes pretty significant on these smaller denominations.  However, I will keep this in mind.

Dan

[sunnankar]

WE ARE TEMPORARILY AT LOW INVENTORY LEVELS. NORMAL INVENTORY SHOULD RESUME SHORTLY.

Looks like business is brisk. Wonder if it is because the American Express Prepaid Card will give $25 to anyone who does a $200+ fund by the end of June.

[DBordello]

WE ARE TEMPORARILY AT LOW INVENTORY LEVELS. NORMAL INVENTORY SHOULD RESUME SHORTLY.

Looks like business is brisk. Wonder if it is because the American Express Prepaid Card will give $25 to anyone who does a $200+ fund by the end of June.

I apologize for the downtime.  We are now back to standard inventory levels.  $100, $250 and $500 MPs are available.

Let me know if you have any questions.

Dan

[sunnankar]

WE ARE TEMPORARILY AT LOW INVENTORY LEVELS. NORMAL INVENTORY SHOULD RESUME SHORTLY.

Looks like business is brisk. Wonder if it is because the American Express Prepaid Card will give $25 to anyone who does a $200+ fund by the end of June.

$250

Need more $250 MoneyPaks. Please get them in so we can take advantage of the Amex special. Would prefer $200 ones.

[DBordello]

Everything is back in stock.  I apologize to everybody for the inconsistent inventory levels over the past week.  The Mt.Gox withdraw delays has really put a crunch on our liquidity.  Hopefully everything should be back to normal.

Dan

[TheHarbinger]

Will be trying this out very soon.  I actually had the same idea for this service, but had a financial crisis so didn't have the capital to start it up.  Glad to see someone else doing it.

Edit:  Just bought a $250 MoneyPak, and loaded it flawlessly.  Great service.

[opticbit]

stock empty again?

[DBordello]

stock empty again?

We are ramping up our stock as we speak.  There are currently $250 and $500s available. Hopefully this is the last time our inventory runs so low.  

Dan

[DBordello]

stock empty again?

We are ramping up our stock as we speak.  There are currently $250 and $500s available. Hopefully this is the last time our inventory runs so low.  

Dan

Just a quick update.  Everything is now in stock ($100, $250, $500).  Thank you everybody for your understanding.  

[Stephen Gornick]

I see that PayPal now has a reloadable debit card that is reloaded with cash through any Neteller (at 7-11, for instance) agent location.

Would BTC-Pak consider selling these reload amounts?

 - http://www.csdecisions.com/2012/06/28/7-eleven-offers-paypal-prepaid-mastercard/

[DBordello]

I see that PayPal now has a reloadable debit card that is reloaded with cash through any Neteller (at 7-11, for instance) agent location.

Would BTC-Pak consider selling these reload amounts?

 - http://www.csdecisions.com/2012/06/28/7-eleven-offers-paypal-prepaid-mastercard/

I am going to keep an eye out for these.  I will let you know if I find out more.

Dan

[DBordello]

Inventory levels are once again stable.  I appreciate your understanding.

Dan

[DBordello]

We have now sold over 600 MPs.

We appreciate the support of everybody.  Please let us know how we can improve the user experience.

Dan

[DBordello]

We have now sold over 600 MPs.

We appreciate the support of everybody.  Please let us know how we can improve the user experience.

Dan

Sorry for the brief hickup in inventory.  Everything should be back to normal.

[epiks]

Nice, clean and simple looking site! And I don't mean "simple" as in insult. It overall looks very clean!

Back on topic...Is this the MoneyPak that is strictly virtual? Or is it the MoneyPak that is an actual physical debit card ?

[DBordello]

Nice, clean and simple looking site! And I don't mean "simple" as in insult. It overall looks very clean!

Back on topic...Is this the MoneyPak that is strictly virtual? Or is it the MoneyPak that is an actual physical debit card ?

Thank you for the kind words about the site.  I always take simple as a complement

These are physical MP cards.  However, you receive the scratch-off code on the website after your payment is confirmed (about an hour).  A scan of the physical card and receipt is available upon request.  (To date, nobody has requested one).  

Please let me know if you have any further questions.

Dan

[DBordello]

One of the customers over paid 11 BTC for a $500 MP.  If you are that customer, I have sent 11 BTC to your refund address.

This marks the first time I have used the refund address    I was debating removing it, up until now.  I figured it was a good safety net, and perhaps provides customer confidence.  

[TheHarbinger]

Out of $100 again?   

[DBordello]

Out of $100 again?  

I apologize for the inconvenience.  All MPs are now in stock.

Dan

[TizzyTazzy]

Great site thanks,

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

Dan

[Stephen Gornick]

Shameless bump.

Ironically, services that function as they are supposed to get little forum activity.  (If the MoneyPak code was received and everything works great, why post a comment?)

I do have a question though.

How long (e.g., none/instant, couple hours, next day, or several days) does it take between when I buy a reloadable debit card at the store before I can have access to it to load funds from MoneyPak?  

Let's say it is the WalMart moneycard that I buy.  I can only buy it with cash at Walmart, for example.  I know I then need to register it online before I can load additional amounts to it from a MoneyPak.  So starting from when I register it, how long is it after doing that before I'm allowed to load the MoneyPak?

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

Ironically, services that function as they are supposed to get little forum activity.  (If the MP code was received and everything works great, why post a comment?)

I do have a question though.

How long (e.g., none/instant, couple hours, next day, or several days) does it take between when I buy a reloadable debit card at the store before I can have access to it to load funds from MP?  

Let's say it is the WalMart moneycard that I buy.  I can only buy it with cash at Walmart, for example.  I know I then need to register it online before I can load additional amounts to it from a MP.  So starting from when I register it, how long is it after doing that before I'm allowed to load the MP?

It is a bit unfortunate that services that function properly get little feedback.  Although we sell about 10 MPs a day, we don't get much positive feedback here.  Oh well, better than the opposite.

I believe that you can load a MP on a reloadable debit card immediately after you register it (I am not sure if you have to register at all).  You can then use the temporary card that you purchased to use it as a Visa or MasterCard.  However, to use it at an ATM, you typically have to wait for the permanent card with your name on it.

I hope this helps.  Let me know if you have any further questions.

Dan

[Stephen Gornick]

I believe that you can load a MoneyPak on a reloadable debit card immediately after you register it (I am not sure if you have to register at all).  You can then use the temporary card that you purchased to use it as a Visa or MasterCard.  However, to use it at an ATM, you typically have to wait for the permanent card with your name on it.

I hope this helps. 

Yes, that's were I was confused.  I hadn't realized the reloadable prepaid debit card from the store is not the permanent card, and that is where the delay I had heard about comes from.  Thanks!

[TheHarbinger]

You can only load $500 total on the temporary card thanks to banking and security rules in the U.S.  I don't mean, load $500, spend it, load another $500, it's a $500 cumulative cap.  Anything past the $500 you have to have it registered, and have your permanent card.

[mobile4ever]

By popular demand we have expanded our offerings once more.  We are now offering the following denominations:

• $500
• $250
• $100

The $500 MoneyPak offers the greatest rate.

Dan

What are those rates? Plus, what rate or market do you go by to transfer BTC over to USD?

[DBordello]

By popular demand we have expanded our offerings once more.  We are now offering the following denominations:

• $500
• $250
• $100

The $500 MP offers the greatest rate.

Dan

What are those rates? Plus, what rate or market do you go by to transfer BTC over to USD?

We use several methods to convert BTC to USD.  Our rates our updated in real-time.  For the current rate, please visit BTCPak.com.  

Let me know if you have any questions.

Dan

[mobile4ever]

By popular demand we have expanded our offerings once more.  We are now offering the following denominations:

• $500
• $250
• $100

The $500 MoneyPak offers the greatest rate.

Dan

What are those rates? Plus, what rate or market do you go by to transfer BTC over to USD?

We use several methods to convert BTC to USD.  Our rates our updated in real-time.  For the current rate, please visit BTCPak.com. 

Let me know if you have any questions.

Dan

Thanks for the super fast answer! 

[mobile4ever]

I am going to go ahead and get the small MP from you based on this page:

http://bitcoin-otc.com/viewratingdetail.php?nick=DBordello&type=RECV&sign=ANY


Nice standing! I recommend others check out your page as well. You have a good history. 

( I am also going to wait until the BTC to USD price gets a little better. )

[DBordello]

Hello All,

Unfortunately we are temporarily out of stock.  

We will have all MPs back in stock tomorrow.  We appreciate your patience.  I will post an update we inventory is back to normal levels.

Dan

[DBordello]

I apologize to everybody for the temporary outage.

Our inventory is now back to full levels.  As usual, you can purchase $100, $250 and $500 MPs.

Thanks again for your understanding.

Dan

[mobile4ever]

I got some USD on the btcpak.com site. It went fast, with zero problems. I would use this service again.

Thanks...

[mb300sd]

What is the zip code these are purchased in? I'm trying to find my prepaid card with a code and its asking for it.

[DBordello]

What is the zip code these are purchased in? I'm trying to find my prepaid card with a code and its asking for it.

I am not sure how I missed this post.  I have PM'd you.  I can provide you with the receipt if that helps.  

Sorry for the delay!

Dan

[DBordello]

Due to an unexpected surge, inventory levels are currently low.  Inventory will return to full-stock on Wednesday 8/22.  

I thank everybody for their continued business.  I apologize for the temporary inconvenience.

Dan

[DBordello]

Due to an unexpected surge, inventory levels are currently low.  Inventory will return to full-stock on Wednesday 8/22.  

I thank everybody for their continued business.  I apologize for the temporary inconvenience.

Dan

$100, $250 and $500 MPs are now back in stock.  I apologize for the delay.

Dan

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

[wildboy211]

Sending some coins over right now for $100 MP...will post with updates.

* Sent the coins over with a Mt.Gox green address, and got my MP code within 2 minutes. Will use again.

[DBordello]

Sending some coins over right now for $100 MP...will post with updates.

* Sent the coins over with a Mt.Gox green address, and got my MP code within 2 minutes. Will use again.

I am glad to hear everything worked out well.  I appreciate the testimonial.  

[TheHarbinger]

Sheesh, I've used it 6 or 7 times, you don't see me running around spouting shameless testimonials.

I'll start spouting shameless testimonials when there is a need for it, like referral bonuses, and member loyalty rewards, and cold hard cash, or BTC.  



"I'm not a BTCPak user, but I play one on bitcointalk.org."  

[DBordello]

After a long hiatus $1000 MPs are back in stock!  These MPs should be able to satisfy the demand for higher denominations.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Dan

[DBordello]

We are pleased to announce that BTCPak is now integrated with Blockchain.info!  You can now quickly purchase MPs from your blockchain.info wallet.  

Piuk did a fantastic job with integration!

[DBordello]

Our blockchain.info integration has been wildly successful.  I think everybody for their support.

Dan

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

[TheHarbinger]

Shameless bump.

Business must be slowing down.   

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

Business must be slowing down.   

Actually business is great   Unfortunately, business traffic and forum presence are not directly related.

[firstlady0524]

I am proud to report that BTCPak has sold over $2000 worth of MP codes.  So far all of the transactions have been smooth and we have gotten positive feedback from our users.

Thank you everybody!

Dan

I love btcpack I use them all the time!

[DBordello]

I am proud to report that BTCPak has sold over $2000 worth of MP codes.  So far all of the transactions have been smooth and we have gotten positive feedback from our users.

Thank you everybody!

Dan

I love btcpack I use them all the time!

Thank you for the feedback.  We love you too!

[yellowcoin]

Great Service I got a 500 pak a little whiles ago and forgot to post up the feedback.  Will do business again once I generate more coins.

[thebitbabe]

Dan I love your service I use it all the time

[DBordello]

Great Service I got a 500 pak a little whiles ago and forgot to post up the feedback.  Will do business again once I generate more coins.

Dan I love your service I use it all the time

I appreciate the feedback!  Thanks for the positive reviews.  Please let us know if we can be of more assistance.

Dan

[koin]

I love btcpack I use them all the time!

i'll be a first-time user.  went to use my bank account atm/debit card but it got declined because the card just expired.  i didn't send my new address to my bank so i never got the replacement card.  i don't have any bank locations anywhere nearby so this looks to be the best way for me to get cash quickly.  a real lifesaver, if you asked me.

[DBordello]

I love btcpack I use them all the time!

i'll be a first-time user.  went to use my bank account atm/debit card but it got declined because the card just expired.  i didn't send my new address to my bank so i never got the replacement card.  i don't have any bank locations anywhere nearby so this looks to be the best way for me to get cash quickly.  a real lifesaver, if you asked me.

Hopefully this works out for you.  However, a word of warning, I *think* that if you pickup a Greendot card somewhere, you can't use it at an ATM until you get the permanent card (you start with a temporary card). However, you can use it as a credit card (and perhaps a debit card?)

Let me know if you have any questions.

Dan

[DBordello]

Everything is back in stock.  Sorry for the brief outage. 

Dan

[TheHarbinger]

Picked one up earlier today.   

[DBordello]

As you may have noticed, our inventory is extremely low today.  However, we should be back at full inventory levels tomorrow.  Sorry for the inconvenience.

Dan

[DBordello]

As you may have noticed, our inventory is extremely low today.  However, we should be back at full inventory levels tomorrow.  Sorry for the inconvenience.

Dan

We are back to full inventory.  Sorry for the inconvenience.

Dan

[DBordello]

We had some low inventory levels, but they have returned to normal.  Our liquidity is no longer an issue.

Dan

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

[Stephen Gornick]

Shameless bump.

Here's a suggestion

Load $25 & Get $25 when you sign up for @Serve now thru 12/31. No credit checks, monthly or annual fees!

- http://twitter.com/AmericanExpress/status/258576655528914945

Here's their offer:
 - https://www.serve.com/load25

So if you were going to buy a prepaid card which takes MoneyPak for loading, Serve will work -- and you get a extra $25 after your first load.

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

Here's a suggestion

Load $25 & Get $25 when you sign up for @Serve now thru 12/31. No credit checks, monthly or annual fees!

- http://twitter.com/AmericanExpress/status/258576655528914945

Here's their offer:
 - https://www.serve.com/load25

So if you were going to buy a prepaid card which takes MoneyPak for loading, Serve will work -- and you get a extra $25 after your first load.

This is a great plan.  Thank you for the suggestion.

[Stephen Gornick]

Load $25 & Get $25 when you sign up for @Serve now thru 12/31. No credit checks, monthly or annual fees!

- http://twitter.com/AmericanExpress/status/258576655528914945

Here's their offer:
 - https://www.serve.com/load25

So if you were going to buy a prepaid card which takes MoneyPak for loading, Serve will work -- and you get a extra $25 after your first load.

This is a great plan.  Thank you for the suggestion.

I did end up doing this.  The free $25 got added by the time I checked my balance a couple hours later.  So it does work.

You can  then spend the funds from the Serve card at an ATM and wherever AmEx is accepted. Or you can withdraw the funds to your own bank account.  You can also send the funds to another Serve customer (person-to-person, like you can with PayPal).  

[DBordello]

Load $25 & Get $25 when you sign up for @Serve now thru 12/31. No credit checks, monthly or annual fees!

- http://twitter.com/AmericanExpress/status/258576655528914945

Here's their offer:
 - https://www.serve.com/load25

So if you were going to buy a prepaid card which takes MoneyPak for loading, Serve will work -- and you get a extra $25 after your first load.

This is a great plan.  Thank you for the suggestion.

I did end up doing this.  The free $25 got added by the time I checked my balance a couple hours later.  So it does work.

You can  then spend the funds from the Serve card at an ATM and wherever AmEx is accepted. Or you can withdraw the funds to your own bank account.  You can also send the funds to another Serve customer (person-to-person, like PayPal). 

I am glad everything worked out.  This seems like a good option.

[Viceroy]

How do you determine your fees, they seem awfully high based on current MtGox price.

Your $1000 MP works out to 11.3895 per btc but MtGox current price is 12.50915 giving you $98 in fees.  

The $250 MP charges $30 in fees.

[DeathAndTaxes]

How do you determine your fees, they seem awfully high based on current MtGox price.

Your $1000 MP works out to 11.3895 per btc but MtGox current price is 12.50915 giving you $98 in fees. 

The $250 MP charges $30 in fees.

Its called profit.  Did you expect he would sell at cost? Does any store sell at cost?

[koin]

Your $1000 MP works out to 11.3895 per btc but MtGox current price is 12.50915 giving you $98 in fees. 

Its called profit.

and a darn nice one at that.

the problem is turning over the bitcoins received into cash (paper currency) that is then used to buy replacement moneypaks.  to do this you need a lot of capital since the exchanges don't always process withdrawals quickly or inexpensively.

there's room for competition for sure.

[illWill]

+1 to the service. Very fluid. Highly recommended

[DBordello]

+1 to the service. Very fluid. Highly recommended

I am glad that you enjoyed it.

You may have noticed, we are currently "skating" along at limited inventory levels.  We should be back to normal inventory levels soon.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

Dan

[Viceroy]

Sorry for the inconvenience.

As a potential customer who decided to go with a competitor, I think you should be more transparent with your pricing scheme.  The reason I chose the competitor is that they were more transparent with their pricing scheme even updating the current buy price "on the fly" and plainly stating a $10 fee for processing.  (Though I do take issue with the competitor for an additional 3% up-charge between their current buy price and mt gox).

Consumers want to understand your model, personally I don't like your 'black box' pricing approach and so I am letting you know that for this reason alone I chose a competitors site over yours.  If your site were more dynamic and offered a better explanation of your pricing model I would have given it a try but I after realized your markup was >10% with no explanation I was forced to seek out an alternative.

My 0.02 btc

[DBordello]

Sorry for the inconvenience.

As a potential customer who decided to go with a competitor, I think you should be more transparent with your pricing scheme.  The reason I chose the competitor is that they were more transparent with their pricing scheme even updating the current buy price "on the fly" and plainly stating a $10 fee for processing.  (Though I do take issue with the competitor for an additional 3% up-charge between their current buy price and mt gox).

Consumers want to understand your model, personally I don't like your 'black box' pricing approach and so I am letting you know that for this reason alone I chose a competitors site over yours.  If your site were more dynamic and offered a better explanation of your pricing model I would have given it a try but I after realized your markup was >10% with no explanation I was forced to seek out an alternative.

My 0.02 btc

Viceroy,

I appreciate your honest feedback. 

I am trying to go for a very clean, simple interface.  In doing so, the "fees" are slightly hidden.  However, I will consider a better way to display this sort of information.  Obviously it is not hidden, since it takes two seconds to back calculate our buying price.

Thank you for the feedback.

Dan

[sinner]

how long does it usually take to receive GDMP for bitcoins?

who is the main competitor?

[DBordello]

how long does it usually take to receive GDMP for bitcoins?

who is the main competitor?

Our site generally waits for 6 confirmations.  However, if you send from the Mt. Gox green address, or through the blockchain.info mixer, you receive the MoneyPak code within minutes. 

Our main competitor is Fastcash4Bitcoins.

I hope this helps you make an informed decision 

Dan

[Stephen Gornick]

Mt. Gox green address, or through the blockchain.info mixer, you receive the MoneyPak code within minutes. 

ORLY?   That's awesome!   

I was going to suggest some sort of wallet so that the MoneyPak code could be acquired within minutes.   So a green address solves that.

Though I have no idea how the blockchain.info mixer would be protected against a Finney attack though.  This is a perfect example of what not to do.  When mining, include a transaction that spends to self.  If a block is solved, hold the block and the transaction without broadcasting.   Send a 0/unconfirmed to a blockchain.info/wallet, then send payment to BTCPak through the mixer.  Wait a few seconds until BTCPak shows payment and reveals the MoneyPak code.  Then release the mined block which double spends the coin.

Profit.

I'm suspecting there must be something I'm overlooking with how you are notified by the mixer, or something.

[DBordello]

Mt. Gox green address, or through the blockchain.info mixer, you receive the MoneyPak code within minutes. 

ORLY?   That's awesome!   

I was going to suggest some sort of wallet so that the MoneyPak code could be acquired within minutes.   So a green address solves that.

Though I have no idea how the blockchain.info mixer would be protected against a Finney attack though.  This is a perfect example of what not to do.  When mining, include a transaction that spends to self.  If a block is solved, hold the block and the transaction without broadcasting.   Send a 0/unconfirmed to a blockchain.info/wallet, then send payment to BTCPak through the mixer.  Wait a few seconds until BTCPak shows payment and reveals the MoneyPak code.  Then release the mined block which double spends the coin.

Profit.

I'm suspecting there must be something I'm overlooking with how you are notified by the mixer, or something.

I appreciate your concern against a finney attack.  However, BlockChain.info takes precautions against these types of attacks: https://blockchain.info/wallet/send-anonymously

In any case, they assume zero-confirmation risk.  If they get double-spent (or a finney attack), the input to the mixer would be invalid, not the output. 

Although an attack is always possible, we haven't had an issue yet.  Hopefully this continues  

[illWill]

Overall this service is great. I had one problem though... My comp seemed to shut off on the last conformation on my last order. I've contacted your support team but to response yet   I really want to continue business DBordello just need to get this taken care of first.

Please let me know what else I need to provide to square this away.

Thanks
illwill -



Wow they fixed the problem before i even submitted the post. Very professional, best additional to BTC!

Great work guys.
+11111

[DBordello]

Sorry for the brief outage.  We back fully stocked.

Dan

[Stephen Gornick]

Any chance BTCPak would sell the PayPal Cash card (like MoneyPak but from PayPal):
 - https://www.paypal-cash.com/how_it_works.html

[DBordello]

Any chance BTCPak would sell the PayPal Cash card (like MoneyPak but from PayPal):
 - https://www.paypal-cash.com/how_it_works.html

I have seen these around.  I am going to do some more research how they work. 

We should be fully stocked again.

Dan

[DBordello]

Our inventory levels have stabilized. 

Dan

[DBordello]

Shameless bump

[polymorphous]

I shot off an e-mail to support@btcpak.com but thought I would post here as well in case someone else had had a similar issue. I went to purchase a $250 MP through the option in my blockchain wallet, the BTC was debited from my account, but when I came back a few minutes later, where the code would normally appear there was a message saying that the transaction had been cancelled due to lack of deposits. Should I expect the coins to be refunded to the address they were sent from?

[DBordello]

It appears the Blockchain.info mixer is having difficulties.  I am looking in to it.

[polymorphous]

It appears the Blockchain.info mixer is having difficulties.  I am looking in to it.

Thanks. I just wasn't sure what the easiest way of getting your attention would be.

[DBordello]

It appears the mixer has released the funds.  You should be good to go now.  Sorry for the mixup.

Dan

[polymorphous]

It appears the mixer has released the funds.  You should be good to go now.  Sorry for the mixup.

Dan

I just checked and was able to redeem the MP. Thanks a lot for the quick response!

[DBordello]

I am glad we were able to get everything sorted out. 

We are once again fully stocked.

Dan

[DBordello]

Shameless bump.

[Atruk]

I am glad we were able to get everything sorted out. 

We are once again fully stocked.

Dan

Any idea when you'll get some $100's back in stock? I'm hoping to get some beer money for this weekend.

[DBordello]

I am glad we were able to get everything sorted out. 

We are once again fully stocked.

Dan

Any idea when you'll get some $100's back in stock? I'm hoping to get some beer money for this weekend.

Beer is delicious, and I do not want to leave you lacking.  We should be back in stock tomorrow morning.

Dan

[Atruk]

I am glad we were able to get everything sorted out. 

We are once again fully stocked.

Dan

Any idea when you'll get some $100's back in stock? I'm hoping to get some beer money for this weekend.

Beer is delicious, and I do not want to leave you lacking.  We should be back in stock tomorrow morning.

Dan

Awesome.

It'll be my third purchase from you in as many weeks, and each week it gets better and better.

[DBordello]

I am glad we were able to get everything sorted out. 

We are once again fully stocked.

Dan

Any idea when you'll get some $100's back in stock? I'm hoping to get some beer money for this weekend.

Beer is delicious, and I do not want to leave you lacking.  We should be back in stock tomorrow morning.

Dan

Awesome.

It'll be my third purchase from you in as many weeks, and each week it gets better and better.

Excellent, I am glad that you enjoy it.  We certainly enjoy your business.

If you haven't already, consider sending from the Mt. Gox green address.  Those transactions are instantly confirmed.

Dan

[Atruk]

I am glad we were able to get everything sorted out. 

We are once again fully stocked.

Dan

Any idea when you'll get some $100's back in stock? I'm hoping to get some beer money for this weekend.

Beer is delicious, and I do not want to leave you lacking.  We should be back in stock tomorrow morning.

Dan

Awesome.

It'll be my third purchase from you in as many weeks, and each week it gets better and better.

Excellent, I am glad that you enjoy it.  We certainly enjoy your business.

If you haven't already, consider sending from the Mt. Gox green address.  Those transactions are instantly confirmed.

Dan

I might try that this time. Six confirmations isn't really that bad of a wait, but I guess I do have the time.

[DBordello]

We are conducting some back-end updates.  Hopefully everything should be seamless, but please report any oddities you experience.

Thanks,
Dan

[claire]

How do we know when you're out of stock? I'm going to get a couple of hundreds and I was hoping to get them before I leave today. I'm still waiting for the first confirmation of 6 after 30 minutes.

Thanks

[DBordello]

How do we know when you're out of stock? I'm going to get a couple of hundreds and I was hoping to get them before I leave today. I'm still waiting for the first confirmation of 6 after 30 minutes.

Thanks

Claire,

If we are out of stock you will not be able to select that denomination for purchase.  We try to avoid that situation, but you can catch it at times.

Hopefully your confirmation issue worked itself out

Dan

[claire]

You are SO cool. It worked. Thanks. Now the only problem is that turbotax cancelled their cards. GRRR I have to go buy one at wallyworld I suppose. boooo

How do we know when you're out of stock? I'm going to get a couple of hundreds and I was hoping to get them before I leave today. I'm still waiting for the first confirmation of 6 after 30 minutes.

Thanks

Claire,

If we are out of stock you will not be able to select that denomination for purchase.  We try to avoid that situation, but you can catch it at times.

Hopefully your confirmation issue worked itself out

Dan

[DBordello]

You are SO cool. It worked. Thanks. Now the only problem is that turbotax cancelled their cards. GRRR I have to go buy one at wallyworld I suppose. boooo

How do we know when you're out of stock? I'm going to get a couple of hundreds and I was hoping to get them before I leave today. I'm still waiting for the first confirmation of 6 after 30 minutes.

Thanks

Claire,

If we are out of stock you will not be able to select that denomination for purchase.  We try to avoid that situation, but you can catch it at times.

Hopefully your confirmation issue worked itself out

Dan

Ooops, that is unfortunate.  You should be able to pick up a card almost anywhere.

Dan

[DBordello]

Our backend maintenance is complete.

You should now see an Enhanced Verification SSL certificate.  We have been verified as our parent company, Newtonian Financial LLC.

Please let me know if you have any questions. 

Dan

[DBordello]

There were some delays in processing early today.  We tripped a sanity check that checked to make sure the Mt.Gox ticker was between 0.5$/BTC and 25 $/BTC.  This caused the system to stop processing orders.

Obviously this check is no longer valid (although the sanity of it could still be debated).  Everything should be processing as usual now.

Sorry for the delay.

Dan

[DBordello]

After some security updates, I realize our Blockchain.info integration was down yesterday. 

Everything should be back to usual.

Dan

[Oldsport]

I bought a $500 code through MTGox green address whenever I try to apply it I get this error:
"We were unable to process your transaction with the information provided. Please try again."

 This has been very inconveinient for me, the only reason I paid the high fee was for urgency. As of now I am a dissatisfied customer, and hope that you can help resolve the issue in a timely manner.

[DBordello]

I bought a $500 code through MTGox green address whenever I try to apply it I get this error:
"We were unable to process your transaction with the information provided. Please try again."

 This has been very inconveinient for me, the only reason I paid the high fee was for urgency. As of now I am a dissatisfied customer, and hope that you can help resolve the issue in a timely manner.

After selling over 3,000 MPs, you are the first victim of data entry error.  The MP code was incorrectly entered in to our system.  I have sent you a PM with the correct changes to make.

Sorry for the mixup.  I realize you were looking to use our service quickly, and I apologize for the error.

Dan

[Oldsport]

I bought a $500 code through MTGox green address whenever I try to apply it I get this error:
"We were unable to process your transaction with the information provided. Please try again."

 This has been very inconveinient for me, the only reason I paid the high fee was for urgency. As of now I am a dissatisfied customer, and hope that you can help resolve the issue in a timely manner.

After selling over 3,000 MPs, you are the first victim of data entry error.  The MP code was incorrectly entered in to our system.  I have sent you a PM with the correct changes to make.

Sorry for the mixup.  I realize you were looking to use our service quickly, and I apologize for the error.

Dan

The issue has been resolved. I thank Dbordello for his prompt reply. Recommend.

[heart_mons]

How often do you replenish codes?  It seems you are out at the moment.

I bought a $500 code through MTGox green address whenever I try to apply it I get this error:
"We were unable to process your transaction with the information provided. Please try again."

 This has been very inconveinient for me, the only reason I paid the high fee was for urgency. As of now I am a dissatisfied customer, and hope that you can help resolve the issue in a timely manner.

After selling over 3,000 MPs, you are the first victim of data entry error.  The MP code was incorrectly entered in to our system.  I have sent you a PM with the correct changes to make.

Sorry for the mixup.  I realize you were looking to use our service quickly, and I apologize for the error.

Dan

[DBordello]

We are generally constantly refiling our inventory.  However, our area is under severe snow so we are unable to restock tonight.  We should be back to regular inventory levels tomorrow morning.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

Dan

[heart_mons]

We are generally constantly refiling our inventory.  However, our area is under severe snow so we are unable to restock tonight.  We should be back to regular inventory levels tomorrow morning.

Sorry for the inconvenience.

Dan

No worries.  Thanks for the reply.  Love your service.

[ksteve96]

Looking for a $100 moneypak, will they be in stock today?

[Stephen Gornick]

Looking for a $100 moneypak, will they be in stock today?

Looks like they are available now.

[DBordello]

All:

I apologize for the low inventory levels.  I have been out of town, and we were hit with a winter storm prohibiting our employees from restocking our inventory.

That being said, we should be back to full inventory levels.   I appreciate everybody's patience.

Please let me know if I can help out further.

-Dan

[DBordello]

I realize we have been a bit low on inventory lately.  We are fully stocked now and hope to stay that way.

Dan

[DBordello]

Due to the Bitcoin network fork, we are temporary holding transactions.

I do not anticipate any issues, and when the new fork has caught up, we will resume processing.  I am very sorry for the delay.

Dan

[DBordello]

Update:  I have refunded all pending transactions.  We are in a bit of a held state, therefore it is not fair for us to hold your coins.  Everything should be straightened out when 0.70 catches up.

[DBordello]

We have resumed operation.  Everything should behave as normal.

Dan

[Atruk]

Out of stock or did the price run up against another sanity check?

[DBordello]

We are working to restore inventory.  Currently we have a limited inventory level.  I hope to remedy that tomorrow.

Dan

[Viceroy]

We are working to restore inventory.  Currently we have a limited inventory level.  I hope to remedy that tomorrow.

Dan

I need some, what's the timing on the restock?

[DBordello]

We should be fully restocked later tonight.

[claire]

So when I can't get an amount on the drop down menu does this mean you are out of stock?

Thanks

[DBordello]

So when I can't get an amount on the drop down menu does this mean you are out of stock?

Thanks

Unfortunately, it does.  I have been out of town for the last few days, and our inventory levels have suffered.  However, we will be fully stocked tonight.

Sorry again.

Dan

[claire]

So when I can't get an amount on the drop down menu does this mean you are out of stock?

Thanks

Unfortunately, it does.  I have been out of town for the last few days, and our inventory levels have suffered.  However, we will be fully stocked tonight.

Sorry again.

Dan

Thank you

[ruggedman_dan]

Are you back in stock?

[DBordello]

Are you back in stock?

We have a few denominations in stock.  We will have more tomorrow.

Dan

[ruggedman_dan]

Are you back in stock?

We have a few denominations in stock.  We will have more tomorrow.

Dan

Question...

Why have a $1000 MP? Don't most prepaid cards have a daily load limit of $500? Or are most of your customers loading their PayPal accounts with them?

Just curious. Thanks.

[claire]

Anymore tonight? I was like .1 away from cashing out at $250. lol unlike others, I was waiting for it to go down!

[DBordello]

Due to the recent BTC wierdness, we have been hanging low.

However, we are fully restocked now.

Dan

[btcnoodle]

Hi, I would really appreciate an update as to when you might be getting some 250/100s in? Been trying to catch one for days now. Thanks!

A Happy Repeat Customer

[DBordello]

Hi, I would really appreciate an update as to when you might be getting some 250/100s in? Been trying to catch one for days now. Thanks!

A Happy Repeat Customer

It pains me to see the site down.  I should have an update in the next few days.

Dan

[Atruk]

Hey Boss,

Why's the site down?  What is this BTC weirdness you speak of?

Site looks up to me. It just looks empty...

[btcnoodle]

Looks like BTCPak is no longer in business. Too bad, it was good while it lasted. I suppose I'll have to look at other options.

[DBordello]

Please stand by.  We should be back up and running in a short period of time. 

I appreciate your patience.

Dan 

[Hfleer]

Please stand by.  We should be back up and running in a short period of time.  

I appreciate your patience.

Dan  

I was thinking of giving this a try and tried to check how much the fees might be, but i see you are restocking or updating so the site doesn't work.  Seems like a good idea.  Would recommend updating the website with current info(restocking, updating, etc.), it was unclear to me why it wasn't working till i read this post, and looks like some of the other user thought it was down.  Also could modify title and original post of this thread when necessary if possible.

[superfastkyle]

Site is down. No moneypaks in weeks

If you're letting btcpak die, why are you trying to sell if for two years of profit (what bitcoin companies will be around in 2 years anyways)? If its really is as profitable as you think why not just hire a part time worker to do it for you? I'd even consider doing it

[luckysend]

IS it the site will die? and never offer the pak for exchange bitcoin?

[NY11giants]

i saw in another thread he was selling the site to so he could focus on his real job....  so until it has a new owner, Id say its down.
I tried to buy it myself, but my offer wasnt in the ballpark....

[Liberty Payout]

i saw in another thread he was selling the site to so he could focus on his real job....  so until it has a new owner, Id say its down.
I tried to buy it myself, but my offer wasnt in the ballpark....

Just make a new site as a replacement. There is virtually zero competition. You'll earn your own fanbase.

[NY11giants]

im so NOT tech saavy.  for the record, offered 25K and it wasnt close enough to negotiate.

[superfastkyle]

yeah the risks are way too high to spend that much. especially when trading/reselling moneypaks are against their terms of service. I can code html fine but I have no web app experience whatsoever. I bet you can have someone code it for you for much less than $25,000 though. It probably isn't even hard to code.

im so NOT tech saavy.  for the record, offered 25K and it wasnt close enough to negotiate.

[superfastkyle]

lol good question its hearsay so I don't know for sure where... but nobody got time for that

where does it say trading moneypaks is against greendot's terms of service?

[Liberty Payout]

im so NOT tech saavy.  for the record, offered 25K and it wasnt close enough to negotiate.

I'd happily build you a site like this for $25,000 

[Liberty Payout]

don't waste your time, I'm finishing it up now...

Early stages of competition. It's still very muchly up for grabs.

[Viceroy]

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[darkmule]

Please stand by.  We should be back up and running in a short period of time. 

I appreciate your patience.

Dan 

This was over two weeks ago.

[grnlightnet]

Buy moneypaks here: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=213918.0

[darkmule]

Buy moneypaks here: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=213918.0

Don't.  The only two people so far who have attempted to buy from here have received no confirmation of their BTC payment and no MP code.  If this is sorted out soon, I will indicate it, but if it isn't sorted out soon tomorrow, the scammer thread starts.

[BITCOIN-PIZZA-DAY]

Site isn't loading, a friend of mine sent BTC before the site went down. When will it be back up?

[Viceroy]

What site?

[BITCOIN-PIZZA-DAY]

What site?

https://www.btcpak.com

I'm posting for a friend because she is new to btc and can't post here. She wanted to exchange btc for moneypak and is now scared because the site went down? (Or somebody changed the URL in the wiki where she found BTCPAK) I'll have to check that.

[Viceroy]

What site?

https://www.btcpak.com

I'm posting for a friend because she is new to btc and can't post here. She wanted to exchange btc for moneypak and is now scared because the site went down? (Or somebody changed the URL in the wiki where she found BTCPAK) I'll have to check that.

You are mistaken, or your friend is.  You didn't deal with BTCPAK.com in the last month.  

[BITCOIN-PIZZA-DAY]

What site?

https://www.btcpak.com

I'm posting for a friend because she is new to btc and can't post here. She wanted to exchange btc for moneypak and is now scared because the site went down? (Or somebody changed the URL in the wiki where she found BTCPAK) I'll have to check that.

You are mistaken, or your friend is.  You didn't deal with BTCPAK.com in the last month.  

You're right. She was on www.btcpack.com and probably got scammed, so the someone trying to impersonate btcpak

[Viceroy]

Contact the administrator for that site and tell them what happened:

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[koukanexchange]

Our site is up and running with a large inventory and great rates. Link is in signature. Automated trading, you send coins and get a MP code within 15-20 minutes.   

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