ZEC to OP: Exchange Zcash for Optimism Without KYC

Send Zcash (ZEC) and receive Optimism (OP, a token on OP Mainnet) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. The OP arrives as an ordinary transfer on OP Mainnet, while the ZEC you send stays private on its own chain.

  • 20–60 min
  • No account · No KYC
  • Non-custodial
  • Fees included in quote
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ZEC
Zcash
Price:
$1,298.84
24h Change:
-5.75%
Market Cap:
$22.04B
Volume (24h):
$641.47M
Circulating Supply:
16.97M ZEC
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OP
Optimism
Price:
$0.1362
24h Change:
2.93%
Market Cap:
$313.13M
Volume (24h):
$92.03M
Circulating Supply:
2.30B OP

Data by CoinGecko

ZEC to OP Exchange Rate

1 ZEC = 9,536.48 OP

The 1 Zcash to Optimism reference rate at market prices, before fees. The exact amount, minimum and maximum are shown in the exchange box before you send.

Live market rate

ZEC to OP swap at a glance

Everything that is specific to swapping Zcash to Optimism on GhostSwap.

Zcash (ZEC)You send · Zcash network
Optimism (OP)You receive · token on OP Mainnet

The OP arrives as an ordinary transfer on OP Mainnet, while the ZEC you send stays private on its own chain. It is a cross-chain swap from Zcash to OP Mainnet, with no bridge and no wrapped tokens.

Swap time
20–60 minuntil your OP is sent
Network fee
Paid in ZECby your wallet
Account / KYC
NoneNo sign-up, email or ID for standard swaps
Tracking
Live status pageZEC on Blockchair · OP on Optimistic Etherscan
Your OP address
OP Mainnet addressIt starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Wallets: MetaMask or Rabby.
Reference rate
1 ZEC ≈ 9,536.48 OP1 OP ≈ 0.000105 ZEC · market prices, 3 Oct 2026
Minimum
About 0.024 ZECThe exact minimum and maximum are shown in the exchange box before you send.
  1. Send ZECAbout 10–20 minutes to confirm on Zcash
  2. GhostSwap swaps itAt the floating rate, fees already in the quote
  3. Receive OPSent to your address; OP Mainnet confirms in about a minute
Facts checked 3 Oct 2026Reverse: OP to ZEC

How much OP do you get for ZEC?

GhostSwap quotes at 3 Oct 2026, 15:27 UTC. What lands in your wallet: service fee and OP network fee already deducted.

Fees included
0.1ZEC
946.9319OP
0.5ZEC
4,736.65OP
1ZEC
9,471.41OP
2.5ZEC
23,677.64OP

The rate floats with the market until your ZEC deposit confirms. The minimum for this pair is about 0.024 ZEC. Enter any amount in the exchange box above for a live quote; no account needed.

Going the other way? Swap OP to ZEC

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ZEC

What is Zcash?

Zcash (ZEC) is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that pioneered the use of zero-knowledge proofs (zk-SNARKs) in blockchain technology. Unlike Monero where privacy is mandatory, Zcash gives users the choice between transparent transactions (publicly visible, like Bitcoin) and shielded transactions (fully private — hiding sender, receiver, and amount). This flexibility lets Zcash users choose a shielded transfer when they want privacy and a transparent one when they do not. ZEC has been instrumental in advancing cryptographic research that now underpins many Layer 2 scaling solutions.

OP

What is Optimism?

Optimism (OP) is a Layer 2 scaling solution for Ethereum that uses optimistic rollups to make transactions faster and significantly cheaper than on Ethereum mainnet. Optimism is known for its retroactive public goods funding model, which directs network revenue toward open-source projects that benefit the ecosystem. OP is the governance token used for voting on protocol decisions and treasury allocation. Major DeFi protocols including Aave, Uniswap, and Synthetix are deployed on Optimism.

ZEC → OP

Why Swap ZEC for OP?

Converting Zcash to Optimism on GhostSwap lets you move from a privacy-focused cryptocurrency into a more widely traded asset without exposing your identity. Zcash privacy is optional: it supports both transparent (public) and shielded (fully private) transactions via zk-SNARKs. Coins sent from a private balance keep their history out of public view. Swapping ZEC to OP without KYC means there is no account or identity linking your private holdings to your new Optimism.

Access wider trading pairs and liquidity

Optimism is widely listed, giving you more options for trading, spending, or converting to fiat.

Maintain your privacy chain

Your OP arrives as a fresh transaction on the OP Mainnet (Ethereum layer 2) blockchain with no visible connection to your ZEC holdings. No KYC means no identity link.

About Optimism

Optimism is used for governance of the Optimism Superchain.

No account or identity required

GhostSwap requires no sign-up, no KYC, and no personal information. Your ZEC to OP swap needs no account or ID.

Exchange ZEC for OP on GhostSwap: your Optimism is usually paid out 20–60 minutes after you send. No registration and no verification for standard swaps.

ZEC

Convert Zcash to Optimism

ZECOP at market price
0.024ZEC228.8755OP
0.05ZEC476.8240OP
0.1ZEC953.6480OP
0.2ZEC1,907.30OP
0.5ZEC4,768.24OP
1ZEC9,536.48OP
5ZEC47,682.40OP
10ZEC95,364.80OP

At market prices of $1,298.84 per ZEC and $0.136197 per OP (3 Oct 2026), 0.5 ZEC is worth about 4,768.24 OP. Your exact amount, after network fees, is shown in the exchange box before you send.

OP

Convert Optimism to Zcash

OPZEC at market price
250OP0.026215ZEC
500OP0.052430ZEC
2,500OP0.262151ZEC
5,000OP0.524302ZEC
50,000OP5.2430ZEC

Going the other way, 2,500 OP is worth about 0.262151 ZEC at the same prices.

How to Exchange Zcash to Optimism

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Select Crypto Currency

Select ZEC and OP

Pick ZEC in “You send” and OP in “You get”, then enter the amount. The box shows how much OP you get and the minimum ZEC for this pair.

Select Wallet Address
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Enter Optimism Address

Paste the OP Mainnet address that should receive the OP (it starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters). Then enter the Zcash address you send ZEC from; a refund, if ever needed, goes there.

Sent Crypto Currency
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Send Zcash

Send exactly the amount shown from your own Zcash wallet to the one-time deposit address.

Receive Crypto

Receive Optimism

Your OP is usually paid out 20–60 minutes after you send your ZEC, and OP Mainnet then confirms it in about a minute. Follow each step on the status page with your swap ID.

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ZEC to OP: questions and answers

Everything you need to know about exchanging ZEC to OP on GhostSwap.

How long does it take to swap ZEC to OP on GhostSwap?
Most ZEC to OP swaps are paid out within 20–60 minutes: the ZEC deposit needs about 10–20 minutes to confirm on Zcash, then the OP is sent to your wallet, and OP Mainnet confirms the payout in about a minute. Busy networks can add a few minutes.
How much is 1 ZEC in OP?
At 3 Oct 2026, 15:27 UTC, 1 ZEC swapped to about 9,471.41 OP on GhostSwap, after the service fee. The minimum for this pair is about 0.024 ZEC. The rate floats with the market until your ZEC deposit confirms, so the exchange box shows the exact amount before you send.
Do I need KYC or an account to exchange ZEC to OP?
No. GhostSwap has no accounts: you paste the OP Mainnet address that should receive the OP, send ZEC from your own wallet, and the OP goes straight to that address. No email, phone number or ID upload.
What are the fees for converting Zcash to Optimism?
The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the OP amount you see is what you receive. On top of that, the Zcash network fee for your deposit is paid in ZEC by your wallet.
What wallet should I use to receive OP?
To receive Optimism from your swap, we recommend using MetaMask or Rabby. Make sure your wallet supports the OP Mainnet (Ethereum layer 2) network before starting the exchange. Double-check your OP address before confirming — cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.
What format is the OP address?
Use an OP Mainnet address: it starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand. Sending OP to an address on another network can lose the coins.
Can I track my ZEC to OP 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 ZEC payment on Blockchair (https://blockchair.com/zcash) and your incoming OP on Optimistic Etherscan (https://optimistic.etherscan.io).
Is it safe to exchange ZEC for OP on GhostSwap?
GhostSwap is non-custodial: there is no account balance holding your coins. Your ZEC deposit is converted and the OP is sent straight to the OP Mainnet address you enter, so check that address twice — OP Mainnet transfers cannot be reversed.
Will my OP be linked to my ZEC?
Zcash privacy is optional: it supports both transparent (public) and shielded (fully private) transactions via zk-SNARKs. Coins sent from a private balance keep their history out of public view. The OP you receive will appear as a fresh transaction on the OP Mainnet (Ethereum layer 2) blockchain with no visible connection to your ZEC holdings. GhostSwap requires no KYC, so there's no account linking the two.
How does a cross-chain ZEC to OP swap work?
Zcash lives on Zcash and Optimism on OP Mainnet, two separate blockchains. Instead of a bridge, GhostSwap takes your ZEC on Zcash and pays native OP on OP Mainnet, so you never hold a wrapped token or pay bridge fees.
Is it legal to own and swap Zcash?
In most countries, yes: owning and swapping Zcash is not banned, although some centralized exchanges have stopped listing privacy coins in certain regions. Privacy is a legitimate need, and using privacy-enhancing tools is not illegal in itself. You are responsible for following the cryptocurrency rules where you live.
What happens if my ZEC to OP exchange fails?
If a swap cannot be completed, the ZEC is refunded to the Zcash 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.

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