# Bitcoin to THORChain (BTC to RUNE) — no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Bitcoin (BTC) and receive THORChain (RUNE) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from Bitcoin to THORChain, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most BTC to RUNE swaps finish in 20–60 minutes.

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

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Bitcoin (BTC) |
| You receive | THORChain (RUNE) |
| Your RUNE address | THORChain address that starts with thor1. Wallets: Vultisig, Keplr or Ledger Live |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in BTC by your wallet |
| Deposit confirmation | 10–30 minutes (1–3 confirmations) on Bitcoin |
| RUNE payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; THORChain confirms it in under a minute |
| Typical swap time | 20–60 minutes until your RUNE is sent |
| Reference rate | 1 BTC ≈ 109,135.52 RUNE · 1 RUNE ≈ 0.0000091629 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; RUNE on RuneScan |
| Reverse swap | [RUNE to BTC](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/rune-btc/) |

## How to swap BTC to RUNE

1. Open https://ghostswap.io/exchange/btc-rune/ and enter the amount of BTC to send.
2. Paste the RUNE 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 RUNE in your wallet and follow the status page with your swap ID.

## FAQ

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

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

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

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

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

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the RUNE 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 RUNE?

To receive THORChain from your swap, we recommend using Vultisig, Keplr or Ledger Live. Make sure your wallet supports the THORChain network before starting the exchange. Double-check your RUNE address before confirming — cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the RUNE address?

Use a THORChain address: it starts with thor1. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand.

### Can I track my BTC to RUNE 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 RUNE on RuneScan (https://runescan.io).

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

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

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

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

### What happens if my BTC to RUNE 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: RUNE to BTC](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/rune-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)