Gemini to Shut Down Nifty Gateway by February 2026

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Written by Aaron S.,

Editor-In-Chief

Last Updated: January 26, 2026

Key Takeaways

Nifty Gateway will shut down on February 23, 2026, and is already in withdrawal-only mode for users to move their assets;
Customers can withdraw NFTs or funds via Gemini Exchange or Stripe, with email instructions provided before closure;
Gemini is closing Nifty Gateway to focus on its main platform, but will keep NFT support through the Gemini Wallet.

Gemini to Shut Down Nifty Gateway by February 2026

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Nifty Gateway, an early player in the non-fungible token (NFT) industry, announced it will cease operations on February 23, 2026.

According to a post on X on January 24, it has already switched to a withdrawal-only mode, which gives users about a month to move their NFTs or funds elsewhere.

A notice about the closure now appears on the platform’s homepage. Users can transfer their assets either through a linked Gemini $41.53M Exchange account or directly to a bank via Stripe.

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The company said that customers with NFTs, Ethereum ETH $1,698.38 , or US dollar balances will get email instructions and should complete withdrawals before the deadline.

Launched in 2020, Nifty Gateway helped bring NFTs to a wider audience. It stood out by allowing credit card purchases rather than requiring crypto. The marketplace gained attention for curated releases from well-known artists like Beeple and Grimes.

Gemini, which bought Nifty Gateway in 2019, said, “This decision will allow Gemini to sharpen its focus and execute on the vision of building a one-stop super app for customers". NFT functionality will still be supported through the Gemini Wallet.

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