# Zcash to PAX Gold (ZEC to PAXG) — no-KYC swap on GhostSwap

> Send Zcash (ZEC) and receive PAX Gold (PAXG, an ERC-20 token on Ethereum) in your own wallet, with no account and no KYC. The PAXG arrives as an ordinary transfer on Ethereum, while the ZEC you send stays private on its own chain. Most ZEC to PAXG swaps finish in 20–60 minutes.

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

## At a glance

| | |
|---|---|
| You send | Zcash (ZEC) |
| You receive | PAX Gold (PAXG), ERC-20 token on Ethereum |
| Your PAXG address | Ethereum address that starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Wallets: MetaMask, Rabby or a Ledger |
| Deposit network fee | Paid in ZEC by your wallet |
| Deposit confirmation | About 10–20 minutes on Zcash |
| PAXG payout | Sent to your address as soon as the swap completes; Ethereum confirms it in about 2–5 minutes |
| Typical swap time | 20–60 minutes until your PAXG is sent |
| Reference rate | 1 ZEC ≈ 0.319250 PAXG · 1 PAXG ≈ 3.1323 ZEC (market prices, 1 Oct 2026) |
| Limits | The exact minimum and maximum ZEC 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; ZEC on Blockchair; PAXG on Etherscan |
| Reverse swap | [PAXG to ZEC](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/paxg-zec/) |

## How much PAXG you get (quoted 1 Oct 2026, 23:50 UTC, after all fees)

| You send | You receive |
|---|---|
| 0.05 ZEC | 0.015672 PAXG |
| 0.5 ZEC | 0.157412 PAXG |
| 1 ZEC | 0.314896 PAXG |

## How to swap ZEC to PAXG

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

## FAQ

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

Most ZEC to PAXG swaps finish in 20–60 minutes. Your ZEC deposit needs about 10–20 minutes to confirm on Zcash; after that the PAXG is sent to your wallet and Ethereum confirms it in about 2–5 minutes. Busy networks can add a few minutes.

### How much PAXG do I get for 1 ZEC?

At 1 Oct 2026, 23:50 UTC, 1 ZEC swapped to about 0.314896 PAXG on GhostSwap, after the service fee and the PAXG 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 ZEC to PAXG?

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

### What are the fees for converting Zcash to PAX Gold?

The GhostSwap fee is already included in the rate in the exchange box, so the PAXG 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 PAXG?

To receive PAX Gold from your swap, we recommend using MetaMask, Rabby or a Ledger. Make sure your wallet supports the Ethereum network before starting the exchange. Double-check your PAXG address before confirming — cryptocurrency transactions cannot be reversed.

### What format is the PAXG address?

Use a Ethereum address: it starts with 0x followed by 40 hexadecimal characters. Copy it from your wallet and paste it; never type it by hand. Sending PAXG to an address on another network can lose the coins.

### Can I track my ZEC to PAXG 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 Zcash Block Explorer (https://zcashblockexplorer.com) and your incoming PAXG on Etherscan (https://etherscan.io).

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

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

### Will my PAXG be linked to my ZEC?

Since Zcash is optional — supports both transparent (public) and shielded (fully private) transactions via zk-SNARKs, the source of your funds is already protected. The PAXG you receive will appear as a fresh transaction on the Ethereum 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 PAXG swap work?

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

### What happens if my ZEC to PAXG 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.

## Related

- [Reverse: PAXG to ZEC](https://ghostswap.io/exchange/paxg-zec/)
- [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)