# Algorand to Optimism (ALGO to OP): no-KYC swap on GhostSwap > Send Algorand (ALGO) and receive Optimism (OP, a token on OP Mainnet) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from Algorand to OP Mainnet, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most ALGO to OP swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes. Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/algo-op/ Updated: 2026-10-02 ## At a glance | | | |---|---| | You send | Algorand (ALGO) | | You receive | Optimism (OP), token on OP Mainnet | | Your OP address | OP Mainnet address that starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Wallets: MetaMask or Rabby | | Deposit network fee | Paid in ALGO by your wallet | | Deposit confirmation | Under a minute on Algorand | | OP payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; OP Mainnet confirms it in about a minute | | Typical swap time | 5–15 minutes until your OP is sent | | Reference rate | 1 ALGO ≈ 0.927547 OP · 1 OP ≈ 1.0781 ALGO (market prices, 12 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; OP on Optimistic Etherscan | | Reverse swap | [OP to ALGO](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/op-algo/) | ## How to swap ALGO to OP 1. Open https://ghostswap.io/exchange/algo-op/ and enter the amount of ALGO to send. 2. Paste the OP 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 OP in your wallet and follow the status page with your swap ID. ## FAQ ### How long does it take to swap ALGO to OP on GhostSwap? Most ALGO to OP swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes: the ALGO deposit needs under a minute to confirm on Algorand, then the OP is sent to your wallet, and OP Mainnet confirms the payout in about a minute. Busy networks can add a few minutes. ### How much is 1 ALGO in OP? 1 ALGO is worth about 0.927547 OP at the market rate, before fees (market prices, 12 Oct 2026). GhostSwap's quote in the exchange box already includes the service fee and the OP network fee. The rate floats with the market until your ALGO deposit confirms, so the exchange box shows the exact amount before you send. ### Do I need KYC or an account to exchange ALGO to OP? No. GhostSwap has no accounts: you paste the OP Mainnet address that should receive the OP, send ALGO from your own wallet, and the OP goes straight to that address. No email, phone number or ID upload. ### What are the fees for converting Algorand to Optimism? The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the OP 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 OP? To receive Optimism from your swap, we recommend using MetaMask or Rabby. Make sure your wallet supports the OP Mainnet (Ethereum layer 2) network before starting the exchange. Double-check your OP address before confirming, cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed. ### What format is the OP address? Use an OP Mainnet address: it starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand. Sending OP to an address on another network can lose the coins. ### Can I track my ALGO to OP 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 OP on Optimistic Etherscan (https://optimistic.etherscan.io). ### Is it safe to exchange ALGO for OP on GhostSwap? GhostSwap is non-custodial: there is no account balance holding your coins. Your ALGO deposit is converted and the OP is sent straight to the OP Mainnet address you enter, so check that address twice, OP Mainnet transfers cannot be reversed. ### How does a cross-chain ALGO to OP swap work? Algorand lives on Algorand and Optimism on OP Mainnet, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your ALGO on Algorand and pays native OP on OP Mainnet, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees. ### What happens if my ALGO to OP 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: OP to ALGO](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/op-algo/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/op-algo.md)) - [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)