# Chainflip to Bittensor (FLIP to TAO) — no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Chainflip (FLIP, an ERC-20 token on Ethereum) and receive Bittensor (TAO) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from Ethereum to Bittensor, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most FLIP to TAO swaps finish in 10–25 minutes.

Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/flip-tao/
Updated: 2026-10-01

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Chainflip (FLIP), ERC-20 token on Ethereum |
| You receive | Bittensor (TAO) |
| Your TAO address | Bittensor address that starts with 5 (SS58 format). Wallets: Talisman or Nova Wallet |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in ETH, so keep a little ETH next to your FLIP |
| Deposit confirmation | About 2–5 minutes on Ethereum |
| TAO payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Bittensor confirms it in a few minutes |
| Typical swap time | 10–25 minutes until your TAO is sent |
| Limits | The minimum and maximum FLIP 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; FLIP on Etherscan; TAO on Taostats |
| Reverse swap | [TAO to FLIP](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/tao-flip/) |

## How to swap FLIP to TAO

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

## FAQ

### How long does it take to swap FLIP to TAO on GhostSwap?

Most FLIP to TAO swaps finish in 10–25 minutes. Your FLIP deposit needs about 2–5 minutes to confirm on Ethereum; after that the TAO is sent to your wallet and Bittensor confirms it in a few minutes. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

### Do I need KYC or an account to exchange FLIP to TAO?

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

### What are the fees for converting Chainflip to Bittensor?

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

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

To receive Bittensor from your swap, we recommend using Talisman, Nova Wallet, or the Bittensor wallet CLI. Make sure your wallet supports the Bittensor network before starting the exchange. Double-check your TAO address before confirming — cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the TAO address?

Use a Bittensor address: it starts with 5 (SS58 format). Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand.

### Can I track my FLIP to TAO 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 FLIP payment on Etherscan (https://etherscan.io) and your incoming TAO on Taostats (https://taostats.io).

### Is it safe to exchange FLIP for TAO on GhostSwap?

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

### How does a cross-chain FLIP to TAO swap work?

Chainflip lives on Ethereum and Bittensor on Bittensor, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your FLIP on Ethereum and pays native TAO on Bittensor, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees.

### What happens if my FLIP to TAO exchange fails?

If a swap cannot be completed, the FLIP is refunded to the Ethereum 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: TAO to FLIP](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/tao-flip/)
- [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)