# Degen to Kaspa (DEGEN to KAS): no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Degen (DEGEN, a token on Base (Ethereum layer 2)) and receive Kaspa (KAS) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from Base to Kaspa, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most DEGEN to KAS swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes.

Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-kas/
Updated: 2026-10-02

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Degen (DEGEN), token on Base (Ethereum layer 2) |
| You receive | Kaspa (KAS) |
| Your KAS address | Kaspa address that starts with kaspa:. Wallets: Kaspium or KasWare |
| Public key | Only needed when the KAS goes to an exchange account that gives you one. Personal wallets leave it empty. |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in ETH on Base, so keep a little ETH on Base next to your DEGEN |
| Deposit confirmation | About a minute on Base |
| KAS payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Kaspa confirms it in a few minutes |
| Typical swap time | 5–15 minutes until your KAS is sent |
| Limits | The exact minimum and maximum DEGEN 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; DEGEN on BaseScan; KAS on Kaspa Explorer |
| Reverse swap | [KAS to DEGEN](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/kas-degen/) |

## How to swap DEGEN to KAS

1. Open https://ghostswap.io/exchange/degen-kas/ and enter the amount of DEGEN to send.
2. Paste the KAS address that should receive the coins (and a Public key only if that address needs one).
3. Enter the DEGEN address you are sending from, then confirm.
4. Send the DEGEN to the one-time deposit address shown.
5. Receive KAS in your wallet and follow the status page with your swap ID.

## FAQ

### How long does it take to swap DEGEN to KAS on GhostSwap?

Most DEGEN to KAS swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes: the DEGEN deposit needs about a minute to confirm on Base, then the KAS is sent to your wallet, and Kaspa confirms the payout in a few minutes. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

### Do I need KYC or an account to exchange DEGEN to KAS?

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

### What are the fees for converting Degen to Kaspa?

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the KAS amount you see is what you receive. On top of that, your wallet needs a little ETH on Base to pay the Base network fee for sending DEGEN.

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

To receive Kaspa from your swap, we recommend using Kaspium or KasWare. Make sure your wallet supports the Kaspa network before starting the exchange. Double-check your KAS address before confirming, cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the KAS address?

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

### Do I need a Public key to receive KAS?

Only if the KAS goes to an exchange or custodial account that gave you a Public key; enter it in the field shown in the exchange box. A personal KAS wallet does not need one.

### Can I track my DEGEN to KAS 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 DEGEN payment on BaseScan (https://basescan.org) and your incoming KAS on Kaspa Explorer (https://explorer.kaspa.org).

### Is it safe to exchange DEGEN for KAS on GhostSwap?

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

### How does a cross-chain DEGEN to KAS swap work?

Degen lives on Base and Kaspa on Kaspa, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your DEGEN on Base and pays native KAS on Kaspa, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees.

### What happens if my DEGEN to KAS exchange fails?

If a swap cannot be completed, the DEGEN is refunded to the Base 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: KAS to DEGEN](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/kas-degen/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/kas-degen.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)