Exchange in 3 steps
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Choose how much AVAX to send and enter your Zcash address on Zcash mainnet.
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Hit Exchange to open your order page with the live rate and deposit details.
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Transfer AVAX to the address on your order — after confirmations, ZEC is sent to your wallet automatically.
What do you need to know?
- Avalanche C-Chain confirmations are typically very fast — often under a minute.
- Send AVAX on Avalanche C-Chain only — not X-Chain or P-Chain unless your order specifies them.
- Use a C-Chain compatible wallet and address (0x…). Leave enough AVAX for gas.
- ZEC not visible yet? Wait a few minutes, resync your wallet, then contact support with your order ID if the payout tx is already listed.
Avalanche — fast smart-contract L1
AVAX is the native token of Avalanche C-Chain — quick finality, EVM compatibility, and deep cross-chain liquidity.
AVAX on Avalanche C-Chain
Use an Avalanche C-Chain wallet for deposits. X-Chain and P-Chain addresses are not interchangeable with C-Chain.
Leave enough AVAX in your wallet to cover gas on top of the swap amount.
Zcash — optional shielded privacy
ZEC supports transparent and shielded addresses — pick the receive format your wallet actually supports.
ZEC receipt troubleshooting
Confirm address type matches your wallet. Rescan the blockchain in your Zcash client if needed.
Transparent vs shielded payouts
Zcash supports both transparent (t-) and shielded (z-) addresses — they are not interchangeable.
- Use the address type your wallet actually supports before placing the order.
- Shielded payouts may take longer to appear depending on wallet software.
- If the order shows a sent tx but balance is zero, rescan the chain in your Zcash client first.
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 AVAX to ZEC?
No. SendSwap is a non-custodial instant exchange — no account, no ID checks, and no KYC for Avalanche to Zcash swaps.
How long does AVAX to ZEC take?
Most swaps finish in 1–5 minutes. Timing depends on Avalanche C-Chain and Zcash mainnet confirmations and current network load.
Is AVAX to ZEC non-custodial?
Yes. You send AVAX from your wallet and receive ZEC directly to the address you provide — SendSwap never holds your keys.
What if I send AVAX on the wrong network?
Always match the network on your order page (Avalanche C-Chain for deposits). Wrong-network sends may not be credited — read our swap safety guides before you send.