CryptoProcessing achieves CCSS level 3 certification for institutional crypto infrastructure
As institutional crypto adoption accelerates, security standards become a defining factor in provider selection.
CryptoProcessing by Coinpaidregulated crypto payment gateway serving businesses and institutional merchants worldwide, has been achieved Level 3 certificate less than Cryptocurrency Security Standard (CCSS) with institutional grade key management and Wallet infrastructure, the highest designation given by the CryptoCurrency Certification Consortium (C4).
An independent study was conducted by Hacken, C4 certified blockchain infrastructure auditor. Testing began in Q4 2025 and covered the company’s Full System scope.
Importance of CCSS Level 3
CCSS is a globally recognized framework for securing cryptocurrency systems. It is specifically designed for digital asset infrastructure, with a focus on areas such as asset management, wallet operations, and transaction authorization policies.
Noted by CryptoCurrency Certification Consortium (C4)this certificate confirms that CryptoProcessing has successfully completed the evaluation of the CryptoCurrency Security Standard and meets the requirements CCSS of Level 3, the highest level within the framework.
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Audit Scope
The audit covers the Management of Institutional Keys and Wallet Infrastructure under the Full System plan. This includes reviewing controls, processes, and governance across key production, wallet creation, secure key storage and backup, access management, transaction authorization, logging and monitoring, risk management, and key risk management processes.
The audit confirmed that CryptoProcessing uses strong governance, disciplined operating procedures, and security controls consistent with crypto-native best practices throughout its infrastructure.
Why This Matters to Business and Institutional Clients
As adoption grows and the market matures, business customers expect payment providers to deliver strong performance and independently verified security standards.
Meeting the requirements of CCSS Level 3 (Full System) reinforces CryptoProcessing’s position as a trusted provider and demonstrates the strength of its security and performance framework. It also helps reduce operational and customer retention risks, simplify due diligence processes for banks and institutional partners, and support compliance with regulatory expectations and frameworks such as DORA and MiCA.
“This certification is a logical milestone because CCSS Level 3 sets the bar very high for cryptocurrency infrastructure. It requires stable operations, formal governance, and strict security controls throughout. Achieving CCSS Level 3 ensures that CryptoProcessing meets that level at the highest level. It is a meaningful validation of the maturity of our infrastructure and a strong sign of trust for the businesses that depend on us to support secure digital asset operations at a lower level.”- Max Krupyshev, Managing Director at CryptoProcessing.
CryptoProcessing continues to strengthen its technology and regulatory environment to help businesses confidently adopt and manage digital assets at scale.
Achieving CCSS Level 3 is another step forward in the company’s mission to deliver secure, reliable, and future-proof crypto payment solutions worldwide.
About the Auditor
Hacken is a well-known provider of cybersecurity and blockchain infrastructure audit services, with nine of its experts holding the valid CCSS Auditor (CCSSA) certification, the highest concentration of certified CCSS auditors in any single company worldwide.
About CryptoProcessing with Coinspaid
CryptoProcessing by Coinpaid is the leading crypto payment gateway in Europe, allowing businesses around the world to easily accept and process cryptocurrency payments. The service provides a secure, compliant, and high-speed payment infrastructure that helps merchants expand globally, reduce transaction costs, and reach new customer segments. With €29B+ payments and 40M+ processed transactions, strict security standards, and a reputation as one of the most trusted crypto payment solutions on the market, CryptoProcessing empowers companies to integrate crypto payments into everyday operations with confidence and ease.
