# Bitcoin to Zcash (BTC to ZEC) — no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Bitcoin (BTC) 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. Most BTC to ZEC swaps finish in 20–60 minutes.

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

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Bitcoin (BTC) |
| You receive | Zcash (ZEC) |
| Your ZEC address | Zcash address that starts with t1 or t3 for a transparent address. Wallets: Zodl (formerly Zashi), Zkool or Zingo |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in BTC by your wallet |
| Deposit confirmation | 10–30 minutes (1–3 confirmations) on Bitcoin |
| ZEC payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Zcash confirms it in about 10–20 minutes |
| Typical swap time | 20–60 minutes until your ZEC is sent |
| Reference rate | 1 BTC ≈ 63.9521 ZEC · 1 ZEC ≈ 0.015637 BTC (market prices, 2 Oct 2026) |
| Limits | Minimum about 0.00036 BTC. The exact minimum and maximum BTC 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; BTC on mempool.space; ZEC on Blockchair |
| Reverse swap | [ZEC to BTC](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/zec-btc/) |

## How much ZEC you get (quoted 2 Oct 2026, 01:16 UTC, after all fees)

| You send | You receive |
|---|---|
| 0.001 BTC | 0.062539 ZEC |
| 0.005 BTC | 0.313859 ZEC |
| 0.02 BTC | 1.2563 ZEC |
| 1 BTC | 62.7938 ZEC |

## How to swap BTC to ZEC

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

## Bitcoin to Zcash: what to know before you swap

BTC to ZEC swaps Bitcoin into Zcash, the privacy coin built on zero-knowledge proofs (zk-SNARKs). Once your ZEC arrives you can move it into the shielded pool in your wallet, where the sender, receiver and amount are hidden. No account or ID is needed for the swap.

Bitcoin confirmations (about every 10 minutes) take most of the time; Zcash blocks arrive about every 75 seconds, so the payout side is quick.

### Tips

- Receive to a transparent Zcash address (starts with t1 or t3), then shield the balance in a wallet such as Zodl (formerly Zashi).
- Use an address you control for the BTC you send and enter it as the sender address.
- Want privacy by default instead? Compare with BTC to XMR.

### Can I swap Bitcoin to Zcash without KYC?

Yes. GhostSwap needs no account, email or ID. Enter your Zcash address and your BTC sender address, then send the deposit.

### Which Zcash address should I use?

A transparent address (t1 or t3). You can shield the ZEC in your wallet after it arrives.

### How can I convert Bitcoin to Zcash?

Pick BTC as the coin you send and ZEC as the coin you get, enter the amount and paste your Zcash address (a transparent t1 or t3 address). GhostSwap shows a one-time BTC deposit address: send the exact amount from your own wallet. The ZEC is sent to your address after the Bitcoin deposit confirms, usually 20 to 60 minutes after you send. No account or ID is needed for standard swaps.

### Is Zcash more private than Bitcoin?

It can be. Every Bitcoin transaction is public. Zcash has transparent addresses that work like Bitcoin's and shielded addresses, where zero-knowledge proofs hide the sender, the receiver and the amount. You get that privacy once you move your ZEC into a shielded address, for example in Zodl (formerly Zashi).

## FAQ

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

Most BTC to ZEC swaps finish in 20–60 minutes. Your BTC deposit needs 10–30 minutes (1–3 confirmations) to confirm on Bitcoin; 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 1 BTC?

At 2 Oct 2026, 01:16 UTC, 1 BTC swapped to about 62.7938 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 BTC to ZEC?

No. GhostSwap has no accounts: you paste the Zcash address that should receive the ZEC, send BTC 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 Bitcoin 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 Bitcoin network fee for your deposit is paid in BTC by your wallet.

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

To receive Zcash from your swap, we recommend using Zodl (formerly Zashi), Zkool or Zingo, which can all move ZEC into the shielded pool. 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 or t3 for a transparent address. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand.

### Can I track my BTC 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 BTC payment on Mempool.space (https://mempool.space) and your incoming ZEC on Blockchair (https://blockchair.com/zcash).

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

GhostSwap is non-custodial: there is no account balance holding your coins. Your BTC 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 BTC to ZEC swap be traced?

Your BTC transaction to GhostSwap is visible on the Bitcoin blockchain since Bitcoin is transparent — all transactions are publicly visible on the blockchain, meaning anyone can trace wallet balances and payment history. 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 BTC to ZEC on a no-KYC exchange like GhostSwap, there is no account linking the two transactions together.

### Is it legal to convert Bitcoin to Zcash?

Yes, exchanging Bitcoin for Zcash is legal in most jurisdictions. Zcash is a legitimate cryptocurrency listed on major exchanges worldwide. Privacy is a fundamental right, and using privacy-enhancing tools is not illegal. That said, you are responsible for complying with local regulations regarding cryptocurrency in your jurisdiction.

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

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

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