# Bitcoin to PAX Gold (BTC to PAXG) — no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Bitcoin (BTC) and receive PAX Gold (PAXG, an ERC-20 token on Ethereum) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. PAX Gold tracks the price of physical gold, so this swap moves value from BTC into a gold-backed token. Most BTC to PAXG swaps finish in 20–60 minutes.

Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/btc-paxg/
Updated: 2026-10-01

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Bitcoin (BTC) |
| You receive | PAX Gold (PAXG), ERC-20 token on Ethereum |
| Your PAXG address | Ethereum address that starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Wallets: MetaMask, Rabby or a Ledger |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in BTC by your wallet |
| Deposit confirmation | 10–30 minutes (1–3 confirmations) on Bitcoin |
| PAXG payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Ethereum confirms it in about 2–5 minutes |
| Typical swap time | 20–60 minutes until your PAXG is sent |
| Reference rate | 1 BTC ≈ 20.2246 PAXG · 1 PAXG ≈ 0.049445 BTC (market prices, 1 Oct 2026) |
| Limits | The minimum and maximum BTC amounts are shown live in the exchange box |
| Account / KYC | None: no sign-up, no email, no ID |
| Tracking | Status page with your swap ID; BTC on mempool.space; PAXG on Etherscan |
| Reverse swap | [PAXG to BTC](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/paxg-btc/) |

## How to swap BTC to PAXG

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

## FAQ

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

Most BTC to PAXG swaps finish in 20–60 minutes. Your BTC deposit needs 10–30 minutes (1–3 confirmations) to confirm on Bitcoin; after that the PAXG is sent to your wallet and Ethereum confirms it in about 2–5 minutes. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

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

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

### What are the fees for converting Bitcoin to PAX Gold?

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

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

To receive PAX Gold from your swap, we recommend using MetaMask, Rabby or a Ledger. Make sure your wallet supports the Ethereum network before starting the exchange. Double-check your PAXG address before confirming — cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the PAXG address?

Use a Ethereum address: it starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand. Sending PAXG to an address on another network can lose the coins.

### Can I track my BTC to PAXG 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 BTC payment on Mempool.space (https://mempool.space) and your incoming PAXG on Etherscan (https://etherscan.io).

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

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

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

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

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

If a swap cannot be completed, the BTC is refunded to the Bitcoin 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: PAXG to BTC](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/paxg-btc/)
- [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)