Exchange in 3 steps
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Choose how much ADA to send and enter your Tether address on TRC-20 on Tron.
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Hit Exchange to open your order page with the live rate and deposit details.
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Transfer ADA to the address on your order — after confirmations, USDT is sent to your wallet automatically.
What do you need to know?
- Cardano deposits need several confirmations before the swap proceeds.
- Block times are around 20 seconds but can vary with network load.
- Use a Shelley-era Cardano address — legacy Byron formats may not be supported on all routes.
- USDT not visible yet? Wait a few minutes, resync your wallet, then contact support with your order ID if the payout tx is already listed.
Cardano — research-driven layer-1
ADA is the native token of Cardano — a proof-of-stake network focused on security and formal verification.
Sending ADA
Send native ADA on Cardano mainnet from a compatible wallet.
Leave enough ADA for the transaction fee in addition to your swap amount.
Tether — dollar-pegged stablecoin
USDT tracks the US dollar and is widely used for trading and transfers — always match the correct chain (TRC-20, ERC-20, etc.).
Receiving USDT on the correct chain
Your wallet must support the exact USDT network listed on the order.
If funds were sent on the wrong chain, recovery may not be possible — verify before you send.
When will USDT arrive?
Most TRC-20 payouts land within minutes once your deposit confirms.
- Check the order page for a payout transaction hash before opening a support ticket.
- Refresh or resync your wallet if the balance has not updated after a few minutes.
- Tron confirmations are typically much faster than Bitcoin or Ethereum mainnet.
Why traders swap into USDT
USDT offers dollar-like stability without leaving crypto — useful between trades or during volatile markets.
TRC-20 USDT on Tron keeps transfer fees low, making it a common destination after swapping from BTC, ETH, or alt L1s.
Before you swap
Avoid wrong-network deposits and address format mistakes — read these guides first.
Step-by-step tutorial
Read the full walkthrough before you send your deposit.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need KYC to swap ADA to USDT?
No. SendSwap is a non-custodial instant exchange — no account, no ID checks, and no KYC for Cardano to Tether swaps.
How long does ADA to USDT take?
Most swaps finish in 1–5 minutes. Timing depends on Cardano mainnet and TRC-20 on Tron confirmations and current network load.
Is ADA to USDT non-custodial?
Yes. You send ADA from your wallet and receive USDT directly to the address you provide — SendSwap never holds your keys.
What if I send ADA on the wrong network?
Always match the network on your order page (Cardano mainnet for deposits). Wrong-network sends may not be credited — read our swap safety guides before you send.