Merit SystemsMerit Systems

How Merit Works

A simple treasury layer that lives inside your GitHub repository - no LLC, no spreadsheets, no Stripe.

How money flows through Merit

Bank / Card
Add funds
Repo Balance
Central treasury
Contributors
Your pockets
Funding Options
• Bank transfer
• Direct USDC deposit
• Stablecoin wallet
Distribution
• Payout wizard (AI-assisted)
• Manual splits
• Direct tips
Withdrawal
• Bank transfer
• Stablecoin wallet
• 30-day claim window

Fund a repo with a bank transfer or your existing stablecoin wallet. Contributors withdraw with their Github credentials and transfer money to their bank account.


Merit Makes Compliance Simple

What Merit handlesWhat you handle
Collect and store W‑9 / W‑8BENNothing - no filings or 1099 prep
File 1099‑K with IRS for US contributors-
Basic AML / sanctions screening-
Transaction records & year‑end summary-

Supported Currency & Regions

  • Currency: USDC (USD‑pegged stablecoin)
  • Funding & Withdrawals: Available in every country that has a tax treaty with the United States
  • Fiat rails: Bank transfer in/out via Coinbase, with more partners on the way

Simple, Predictable Fees

  • 2.5% on each confirmed payout to contributors
  • No subscription. No minimums. No surprise FX mark‑ups

Next Steps

  1. Explore live data: terminal.merit.systems
  2. Get whitelisted: Partner Program →
  3. Need a tailored demo? Email [email protected]