# Internet Computer to Bittensor (ICP to TAO): no-KYC swap on GhostSwap > Send Internet Computer (ICP) and receive Bittensor (TAO) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. It is a cross-chain swap from Internet Computer to Bittensor, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens. Most ICP to TAO swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes. Swap page: https://ghostswap.io/exchange/icp-tao/ Updated: 2026-10-02 ## At a glance | | | |---|---| | You send | Internet Computer (ICP) | | 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 ICP by your wallet | | Deposit confirmation | A few seconds on Internet Computer | | TAO payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Bittensor confirms it in a few minutes | | Typical swap time | 5–15 minutes until your TAO is sent | | Reference rate | 1 ICP ≈ 0.011224 TAO · 1 TAO ≈ 89.0915 ICP (market prices, 8 Oct 2026) | | Limits | The exact minimum and maximum ICP 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; ICP on the ICP Dashboard; TAO on Taostats | | Reverse swap | [TAO to ICP](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/tao-icp/) | ## How to swap ICP to TAO 1. Open https://ghostswap.io/exchange/icp-tao/ and enter the amount of ICP to send. 2. Paste the TAO address that should receive the coins. 3. Enter the ICP address you are sending from, then confirm. 4. Send the ICP 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 ICP to TAO on GhostSwap? Most ICP to TAO swaps are paid out within 5–15 minutes: the ICP deposit needs a few seconds to confirm on Internet Computer, then the TAO is sent to your wallet, and Bittensor confirms the payout in a few minutes. Busy networks can add a few minutes. ### How much is 1 ICP in TAO? 1 ICP is worth about 0.011224 TAO at the market rate, before fees (market prices, 8 Oct 2026). GhostSwap's quote in the exchange box already includes the service fee and the TAO network fee. The rate floats with the market until your ICP deposit confirms, so the exchange box shows the exact amount before you send. ### Do I need KYC or an account to exchange ICP to TAO? No. GhostSwap has no accounts: you paste the Bittensor address that should receive the TAO, send ICP 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 Internet Computer 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, the Internet Computer network fee for your deposit is paid in ICP by your wallet. ### What wallet should I use to receive TAO? To receive Bittensor from your swap, we recommend using Talisman or Nova Wallet. 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 ICP 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 ICP payment on the ICP Dashboard (https://dashboard.internetcomputer.org) and your incoming TAO on Taostats (https://taostats.io). ### Is it safe to exchange ICP for TAO on GhostSwap? GhostSwap is non-custodial: there is no account balance holding your coins. Your ICP 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 ICP to TAO swap work? Internet Computer lives on Internet Computer and Bittensor on Bittensor, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your ICP on Internet Computer and pays native TAO on Bittensor, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees. ### What happens if my ICP to TAO exchange fails? If a swap cannot be completed, the ICP is refunded to the Internet Computer 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 ICP](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/tao-icp/) ([Markdown](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/tao-icp.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)