> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://satolink.gitbook.io/satolink/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://satolink.gitbook.io/satolink/how-it-works.md).

# How It Works

### For the Recipient

1. Go to satolink.com
2. Claim your personal link → satolink.com/yourname
3. Share it via WhatsApp, SMS, or email
4. Receive BTC or USDT instantly from anyone in the world

### For the Sender

1. Get the recipient's Satolink link
2. Enter the amount
3. Confirm — done in under 1 second

No app download. No account needed to send. No wallet address ever shared.

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### Under the Hood

Satolink is built on Bitcoin's Lightning Network — the fastest, cheapest payment layer on the most secure blockchain in the world.

Every transaction is:

* ⚡ Instant (< 1 second)
* 🔐 Non-custodial (your keys, your coins)
* 🌐 Borderless (works in 100+ countries)
* 💸 Low cost (1% flat fee)
* 🚫 No KYC required