Let’s be brutally honest.

You want the ID. You have the money. But the moment you get to the checkout page and see “Bitcoin Only,” you freeze.

Now you’re thinking… “Why can’t I just use Apple Pay? Why can’t I just Venmo them? This feels sketchy.”

Stop right there.

If a website lets you pay with a credit card, PayPal, or Venmo, they are not doing you a favor. They are setting you up.

In 2026, the “gray market” runs on one thing: Anonymity. If you use a payment method that links your legal name to an illegal purchase, you are leaving a fingerprint at the crime scene. Worse, you are walking into a trap where your data is either sold to fraudsters or handed over to law enforcement.

I’m going to show you exactly how to pay like a professional without getting scammed and without getting your Coinbase account banned.

Why Can’t I Just Use Venmo, Zelle, or PayPal?

I get this question every day: “Can I just Zelle you? I promise I won’t write ‘Fake ID’ in the notes.”

No.

Here is the psychology you need to understand: Vendors don’t trust you.

In the old days, college kids would buy an ID, receive it, and then call their bank to claim “Fraud.” The vendor would lose the money and the product. Now? No legit vendor takes that risk.

Venmo and Zelle are social networks for money. Every transaction is tracked, mapped, and stored forever. If a vendor gets busted, the police don’t just arrest him they pull his entire transaction history. Do you want your name on that list?

If a site has a “Checkout with Credit Card” button, close the tab. It is a “Honeypot” designed to collect your personal info. Real vendors use Crypto.

Which Cryptocurrency Should I Use? (BTC vs. LTC)?

You don’t need to be a “crypto bro” to do this. You just need to pick the right tool for the job.

Most people instinctively buy Bitcoin (BTC). That is a rookie mistake.

• Bitcoin is Slow: You will wait 60 minutes for the transaction to confirm.
• Bitcoin is Expensive: In 2026, network fees can hit $20. Why pay $120 for a $100 ID?

The Solution. Litecoin (LTC) This is the industry standard for a reason.

Confirms in 2 minutes.

Fees are less than a penny ($0.01).

You can buy it on CashApp, Coinbase, or MoonPay instantly.

At topfakeids.com, we request you use Litecoin. It saves you money, and it gets your order into production faster.

How Do I Pay Without Getting Banned? (The “3-Hop” Protocol)

This is the secret sauce. This is what separates the pros from the people who get “Account Suspended” emails.

If you buy crypto on Coinbase and send it directly to a fake ID vendor, you will get banned. Exchanges use software called Chainalysis to flag “High-Risk Addresses.” If they see you sending money to a gray market wallet, they will freeze your account.

You need to “Wash” the transaction.

Here is the 3-Hop Method:

Buy: Purchase Litecoin on Coinbase or CashApp.

The Hop: Send that Litecoin to a Personal Wallet (like Exodus, Trust Wallet, or Cake Wallet). Do not skip this step.

The Pay: Send the Litecoin from your Personal Wallet to the Vendor.

Coinbase only sees you sending money to yourself (your personal wallet). They cannot see who you send it to after that. You have broken the chain. You are safe.

What Are the “Red Flag” Payment Methods? (Instant Scams)

If you see these payment options, you aren’t dealing with a vendor. You are dealing with a thief.

1. “Pay with Amazon/Steam Gift Cards”
   The Scam: A website asks you to go to CVS, buy a $100 Steam Gift Card, scratch off the back, and send them a photo of the code. The Reality: Legitimate businesses pay rent in dollars, not video games. Scammers want gift cards because they can be sold on Paxful for cash in 5 minutes, and they are 100% untraceable. Once you send that photo, the money is gone forever. Verdict: SCAM.
2. Western Union / MoneyGram
   The Scam: “Send cash to this random guy in Ukraine.” The Reality: This is the oldest trick in the book. If you walk into a Walmart to wire money to a stranger for “Family Support,” you are being played. If you try to file a fraud claim later, Western Union will laugh at you. Verdict: SCAM.
3. “PayPal Friends & Family”
   The Scam: They ask you to use “Friends & Family” so you can’t file a refund claim. The Reality: It’s a double trap. First, they steal your money. Second, PayPal flags your account for suspicious activity because you are sending money to a flagged “Honeypot” account. Verdict: SCAM.

How Do I Verify I’m Sending to the Right Address?

You bought the Litecoin. You have your personal wallet. You are ready to send. Stop. Check the address.

In 2026, there is a nasty piece of malware called a “Clipboard Hijacker” (or Clipper Malware).

How it works: You copy the vendor’s wallet address (LTC…8×92). The malware detects that you copied a crypto address and instantly replaces it with the hacker’s address in your clipboard.

You hit “Paste,” and you unknowingly send your money to the hacker instead of the vendor.

The Fix:

Check the First and Last 4: Always look at the address you pasted. Does the first 4 (LTC1…) and the last 4 (…8×92) match the vendor’s site?

Use QR Codes: If possible, scan the QR code on your phone screen instead of copy-pasting. It’s safer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I buy a fake ID with CashApp?

Yes and No.

Yes. You can use CashApp to buy Bitcoin.

No. You should never send that Bitcoin directly to the vendor. (See the “3-Hop Method” above). If you send direct, CashApp will ban you. Buy the BTC/LTC on CashApp, send it to your private wallet (Exodus), and then pay the vendor.

Is it safe to pay for a fake ID with a credit card?

No. If a site accepts credit cards, it is stealing your card info. Period. High-risk payment processors (like Stripe or Square) do not allow fake ID merchants. Any site claiming to take Visa is running a “Skimmer” script to harvest your data.

What happens if I send crypto to the wrong address?

It is gone forever. Cryptocurrency is not like a bank. There is no customer service. There is no “Undo” button. This is why you must check the address three times before hitting send.

How do I buy Litecoin on Coinbase?

It’s easy.

• Download Coinbase.
• Link your Debit Card.
• Search “LTC” (Litecoin).
• Click “Buy.”

Wait 24 Hours. Sometimes Coinbase puts a hold on new accounts. Do this before you need the ID, not 5 minutes before the deadline.

The Final Verdict

Buying a fake ID is the first “adult” transaction you will ever make. It has real risks.

If you are lazy if you use a credit card or send crypto directly from Coinbase you will get burned. You will lose your money, or you will lose your bank account.

But if you are smart if you use Litecoin, use an Intermediary Wallet, and check for Clipboard Hijackers you are invisible.

The “3-Hop Method” isn’t just about buying an ID. It’s about learning how to move money privately in a digital world.

Don’t be the idiot who gets banned for a $60 purchase. Be the professional.