Exchange Tezos to Zcash (XTZ to ZEC) Instantly Without KYC

Send Tezos (XTZ) and receive Zcash (ZEC) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. Zcash supports shielded transfers, which hide the sender, receiver and amount once the coins are in a shielded address.

5–15 min
No account · No KYC
Non-custodial
Fees included in quote

You Send

XTZ

You Get

ZEC

Recipient Wallet

Sender Address

⚠️ Enter the exact wallet you are sending from — your funds must be sent from this address.

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XTZ

Tezos

Price:

$0.3228

24h Change:

2.44%

Market Cap:

$354.16M

Volume (24h):

$7.45M

Circulating Supply:

1.10B XTZ

ZEC

Zcash

Price:

$1,342.93

24h Change:

-6.70%

Market Cap:

$22.77B

Volume (24h):

$992.49M

Circulating Supply:

16.96M ZEC

Data by CoinGecko

XTZ to ZEC Exchange Rate

1 XTZ = 0.000240 ZEC

The current 1 Tezos to Zcash reference rate, refreshed every 15 minutes. The exact amount, minimum and maximum are shown in the exchange box before you send.

Live market rate

XTZ to ZEC swap at a glance

Everything that is specific to swapping Tezos to Zcash on GhostSwap.

Tezos (XTZ)You send · Tezos network

Zcash (ZEC)You receive · Zcash network

Zcash supports shielded transfers, which hide the sender, receiver and amount once the coins are in a shielded address. It is a cross-chain swap from Tezos to Zcash, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens.

Swap time: 5–15 minuntil your ZEC is sent
Network fee: Paid in XTZby your wallet
Account / KYC: NoneNo sign-up, email or ID
Tracking: Live status pageXTZ on TzKT · ZEC on Blockchair
Your ZEC address: Zcash addressIt starts with t1 for a transparent address. Wallets: Zashi, YWallet or Zingo.
Reference rate: 1 XTZ ≈ 0.000240 ZEC1 ZEC ≈ 4,160.13 XTZ · market prices, 1 Oct 2026

Send XTZA few minutes to confirm on Tezos
GhostSwap swaps itAt the floating rate, fees already in the quote
Receive ZECSent to your address; Zcash confirms in about 10–20 minutes

Facts checked 1 Oct 2026Reverse: ZEC to XTZ

How much ZEC do you get for XTZ?

GhostSwap quotes at 1 Oct 2026, 23:32 UTC. What lands in your wallet: service fee and ZEC network fee already deducted.

Fees included

250XTZ

0.059349ZEC

2,500XTZ

0.594010ZEC

5,000XTZ

1.1877ZEC

The rate floats with the market until your XTZ deposit confirms. Enter any amount in the exchange box above for a live quote; no account needed.

XTZ to ZEC Live Price Chart

XTZ/ZEC

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Reference market prices, updated live

What is Tezos?

Tezos (XTZ) is a self-amending blockchain platform designed for smart contracts and decentralized applications. Tezos pioneered on-chain governance, allowing stakeholders to vote on protocol upgrades without requiring hard forks. This makes Tezos one of the most adaptable blockchain networks, able to evolve smoothly over time. XTZ holders can participate in 'baking' (Tezos' version of staking) to secure the network and earn rewards. The platform is popular for NFTs, DeFi, and enterprise tokenization. Convert XTZ on GhostSwap to swap Tezos tokens for hundreds of other cryptocurrencies — no KYC, no registration, no delays.

What is Zcash?

Zcash (ZEC) is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that pioneered the use of zero-knowledge proofs (zk-SNARKs) in blockchain technology. Unlike Monero where privacy is mandatory, Zcash gives users the choice between transparent transactions (publicly visible, like Bitcoin) and shielded transactions (fully private — hiding sender, receiver, and amount). This flexibility makes Zcash suitable for users who want privacy when they need it while maintaining the option for transparent compliance. ZEC has been instrumental in advancing cryptographic research that now underpins many Layer 2 scaling solutions. Swap ZEC on GhostSwap for a private exchange experience — no KYC, no account, no trace.

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Why Swap XTZ for ZEC?

Swapping Tezos to Zcash on GhostSwap is one of the most effective ways to move your cryptocurrency into a privacy coin without KYC or account creation. Tezos is transparent — transfers are public on TzKT, which means your financial activity is exposed to anyone with a blockchain explorer. By converting XTZ to ZEC, you can use the privacy features Zcash provides.

Shield your financial activity

Zcash is optional — supports both transparent (public) and shielded (fully private) transactions via zk-SNARKs, ensuring your transactions, balances, and payment history remain invisible to outside observers.

Break the on-chain trail

Your XTZ holdings are traceable on the Tezos blockchain. Once converted to ZEC through a no-KYC exchange, there is no account or identity linking the two.

Low fees on the Zcash network

Zcash fees are minimal, typically less than $0.01, making ZEC practical for regular private transactions — not just large transfers.

No identity verification required

GhostSwap processes your XTZ to ZEC swap without KYC, sign-ups, or personal data collection. Your swap stays as private as Zcash itself.

Exchange XTZ for ZEC instantly on GhostSwap — no account and no sign-up needed to start. Your Zcash arrives in 2–5 minutes and Zcash fees are minimal, typically less than $0.01.

Convert Tezos to Zcash

XTZ	ZEC
100XTZ	0.024038ZEC
250XTZ	0.060094ZEC
1,000XTZ	0.240377ZEC
2,500XTZ	0.600943ZEC
25,000XTZ	6.0094ZEC

At market prices of $0.322810 per XTZ and $1,342.93 per ZEC (1 Oct 2026), 1,000 XTZ is worth about 0.240377 ZEC. Your exact amount, after network fees, is shown in the exchange box before you send.

Convert Zcash to Tezos

ZEC	XTZ
0.02ZEC	83.2025XTZ
0.05ZEC	208.0063XTZ
0.2ZEC	832.0250XTZ
0.5ZEC	2,080.06XTZ
5ZEC	20,800.63XTZ

Going the other way, 0.2 ZEC is worth about 832.0250 XTZ at the same prices.

How to Exchange Tezos to Zcash

Select XTZ and ZEC

Pick XTZ in “You send” and ZEC in “You get”, then enter the amount. The box shows how much ZEC you get and the minimum XTZ for this pair.

Enter Zcash Address

Paste the Zcash address that should receive the ZEC (it starts with t1 for a transparent address).

Send Tezos

Send exactly the amount shown from your own Tezos wallet to the one-time deposit address.

Receive Zcash

Your ZEC arrives on Zcash, usually 5–15 minutes after you send. Follow each step on the status page with your swap ID.

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XTZ to ZEC: questions and answers

Everything you need to know about exchanging XTZ to ZEC on GhostSwap.

How long does it take to swap XTZ to ZEC on GhostSwap?

Most XTZ to ZEC swaps finish in 5–15 minutes. Your XTZ deposit needs a few minutes to confirm on Tezos; after that the ZEC is sent to your wallet and Zcash confirms it in about 10–20 minutes. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

How much ZEC do I get for 5,000 XTZ?

At 1 Oct 2026, 23:32 UTC, 5,000 XTZ swapped to about 1.1877 ZEC on GhostSwap, after the service fee and the ZEC network fee. The rate floats with the market, so the exchange box shows the exact live amount before you send.

Do I need KYC or an account to exchange XTZ to ZEC?

No. GhostSwap has no accounts: you paste the Zcash address that should receive the ZEC, send XTZ from your own wallet, and the ZEC goes straight to that address. No email, phone number or ID upload.

What are the fees for converting Tezos to Zcash?

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the ZEC amount you see is what you receive. On top of that, the Tezos network fee for your deposit is paid in XTZ by your wallet.

What wallet should I use to receive ZEC?

To receive Zcash from your swap, we recommend using Ywallet, Zashi, or Nighthawk Wallet for shielded transactions. Make sure your wallet supports the Zcash network before starting the exchange. Double-check your ZEC address before confirming — cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

What format is the ZEC address?

Use a Zcash address: it starts with t1 for a transparent address. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand.

Can I track my XTZ to ZEC swap?

Yes. After initiating your swap, GhostSwap provides a transaction status page where you can monitor progress in real-time. You can also track your XTZ payment on TzKT (https://tzkt.io) and your incoming ZEC on Zcash Block Explorer (https://zcashblockexplorer.com).

Is it safe to exchange XTZ for ZEC on GhostSwap?

GhostSwap is non-custodial: there is no account balance holding your coins. Your XTZ deposit is converted and the ZEC is sent straight to the Zcash address you enter, so check that address twice — Zcash transfers cannot be reversed.

Can my XTZ to ZEC swap be traced?

Your XTZ transaction to GhostSwap is visible on the Tezos blockchain since Tezos is transparent — transfers are public on TzKT. However, once your ZEC arrives in your wallet, Zcash is optional — supports both transparent (public) and shielded (fully private) transactions via zk-SNARKs. By swapping XTZ to ZEC on a no-KYC exchange like GhostSwap, there is no account linking the two transactions together.

How does a cross-chain XTZ to ZEC swap work?

Tezos lives on Tezos and Zcash on Zcash, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your XTZ on Tezos and pays native ZEC on Zcash, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees.

What happens if my XTZ to ZEC exchange fails?

If a swap cannot be completed, the XTZ is refunded to the Tezos address you entered as the sender address. If something looks stuck, contact support with your swap ID from the status page. Most problems come from sending a different amount than shown or using an address on the wrong network.

Swap XTZ to other coins

Easily swap Tezos with a wide range of cryptocurrencies. Choose your desired pair and complete the transaction seamlessly in just a few clicks