Exchange in 3 steps
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Choose how much XMR to send and enter your Zcash receive address — match transparent or shielded format to your wallet.
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Hit Exchange to open your order page with the live rate and Monero deposit details.
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Send XMR on Monero mainnet — after confirmations, ZEC is sent to your wallet automatically.
What do you need to know?
- Monero requires confirmations before payout — allow your wallet to finish syncing after receipt.
- Monero hides amounts on-chain by default; ZEC may use transparent or shielded addresses — pick the type your wallet supports.
- Use a fresh Monero subaddress for each swap. Shielded ZEC may take longer to appear in some wallets.
- Both sides are privacy-focused chains — double-check address formats before sending.
Monero — private by default
Monero uses ring signatures and one-time addresses so amounts and addresses stay confidential on-chain.
Monero wallet sync
An out-of-sync wallet may not display incoming funds even after the order shows a payout.
Compare your wallet block height with a public Monero explorer before opening a support ticket.
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 XMR to ZEC?
No. SendSwap is a non-custodial instant exchange — no account, no ID checks, and no KYC for Monero to Zcash swaps.
How long does XMR to ZEC take?
Most swaps finish in 1–5 minutes. Timing depends on Monero mainnet and Zcash mainnet confirmations and current network load.
Is XMR to ZEC non-custodial?
Yes. You send XMR from your wallet and receive ZEC directly to the address you provide — SendSwap never holds your keys.
What if I send XMR on the wrong network?
Always match the network on your order page (Monero mainnet for deposits). Wrong-network sends may not be credited — read our swap safety guides before you send.