On-ramp directory
River
US Bitcoin-only brokerage with zero-fee recurring buys, Lightning support and proof-of-reserves.
River is a US Bitcoin-only brokerage known for zero-fee recurring buys, Lightning support and published proof-of-reserves. It is built for savers who want to accumulate steadily rather than trade.
It suits US users who want a serious, Bitcoin-focused platform with strong transparency and automatic DCA. It is US-only and KYC’d; as always, withdraw to your own wallet for long-term holdings rather than leaving them on any platform.
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Quick answers
- Does River require KYC?
- Yes — River requires identity verification before you can buy bitcoin.
- Does River support Lightning?
- Yes — River supports Lightning deposits and/or withdrawals, so you can move sats out cheaply.
- How can you pay on River?
- River supports bank payments.
- Where is River available?
- River serves a limited set of countries (1 listed in our directory) — verify yours on the official site before signing up.
Availability and rules change with regulation — verify on the official site before sending funds. Bought your sats? Move them to a wallet you control, and check your country's tax rules.