# Algorand to Bitcoin (ALGO to BTC) — no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Algorand (ALGO) and receive Bitcoin (BTC) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from Algorand to Bitcoin, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most ALGO to BTC swaps finish in 5–15 minutes.

Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/algo-btc/
Updated: 2026-10-02

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Algorand (ALGO) |
| You receive | Bitcoin (BTC) |
| Your BTC address | Bitcoin address that starts with bc1, 3 or 1. Wallets: Sparrow, Electrum or a hardware wallet |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in ALGO by your wallet |
| Deposit confirmation | Under a minute on Algorand |
| BTC payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Bitcoin confirms it in 10–30 minutes (1–3 confirmations) |
| Typical swap time | 5–15 minutes until your BTC is sent |
| Reference rate | 1 ALGO ≈ 0.0000015277 BTC · 1 BTC ≈ 654,581.90 ALGO (market prices, 2 Oct 2026) |
| Limits | The exact minimum and maximum ALGO amounts are shown live in the exchange box |
| Account / KYC | None for standard swaps: no sign-up, no email, no ID |
| Tracking | Status page with your swap ID; ALGO on Allo; BTC on mempool.space |
| Reverse swap | [BTC to ALGO](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/btc-algo/) |

## How to swap ALGO to BTC

1. Open https://ghostswap.io/exchange/algo-btc/ and enter the amount of ALGO to send.
2. Paste the BTC address that should receive the coins.
3. Enter the ALGO address you are sending from, then confirm.
4. Send the ALGO to the one-time deposit address shown.
5. Receive BTC in your wallet and follow the status page with your swap ID.

## FAQ

### How long does it take to swap ALGO to BTC on GhostSwap?

Most ALGO to BTC swaps finish in 5–15 minutes. Your ALGO deposit needs under a minute to confirm on Algorand; after that the BTC is sent to your wallet and Bitcoin confirms it in 10–30 minutes (1–3 confirmations). Busy networks can add a few minutes.

### Do I need KYC or an account to exchange ALGO to BTC?

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

### What are the fees for converting Algorand to Bitcoin?

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

### What wallet should I use to receive BTC?

To receive Bitcoin from your swap, we recommend using Electrum, Sparrow Wallet, or a hardware wallet like Ledger or Trezor. Make sure your wallet supports the Bitcoin network before starting the exchange. Double-check your BTC address before confirming — cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the BTC address?

Use a Bitcoin address: it starts with bc1, 3 or 1. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand.

### Can I track my ALGO to BTC 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 ALGO payment on Allo (https://allo.info) and your incoming BTC on Mempool.space (https://mempool.space).

### Is it safe to exchange ALGO for BTC on GhostSwap?

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

### How does a cross-chain ALGO to BTC swap work?

Algorand lives on Algorand and Bitcoin on Bitcoin, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your ALGO on Algorand and pays native BTC on Bitcoin, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees.

### What happens if my ALGO to BTC exchange fails?

If a swap cannot be completed, the ALGO is refunded to the Algorand 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.

## Related

- [Reverse: BTC to ALGO](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/btc-algo/)
- [All GhostSwap pairs](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/)
- [How to exchange](https://ghostswap.io/how-to-exchange/)
- [Site guide for AI assistants](https://ghostswap.io/llms.txt)