Exchange in 3 steps
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Choose how much ZEC to send and enter your Kava address on Kava mainnet.
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Hit Exchange to open your order page with the live rate and deposit details.
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Transfer ZEC to the address on your order — after confirmations, KAVA is sent to your wallet automatically.
What do you need to know?
- Zcash confirmations follow mainnet block times — usually a few minutes.
- Transparent (t-) and shielded (z-) addresses are not interchangeable — use the type your order specifies.
- Shielded payouts may take longer to appear depending on wallet support.
- KAVA not visible yet? Wait a few minutes, resync your wallet, then contact support with your order ID if the payout tx is already listed.
Zcash — optional shielded privacy
ZEC supports transparent and shielded addresses — pick the receive format your wallet actually supports.
Transparent vs shielded ZEC
Sending to the wrong address type is a common failure mode.
If unsure, ask support which format your order uses before broadcasting.
Kava
Always match KAVA on Kava mainnet when you send or receive — wrong-network transfers may not be credited.
Receiving KAVA
Your wallet must be on Kava mainnet.
Allow a few minutes after the order shows sent before opening support.
Before you swap
Avoid wrong-network deposits and address format mistakes — read these guides first.
Coin swap hubs
More no-KYC swap pairs and guides for each asset.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need KYC to swap ZEC to KAVA?
No. SendSwap is a non-custodial instant exchange — no account, no ID checks, and no KYC for Zcash to Kava swaps.
How long does ZEC to KAVA take?
Most swaps finish in 1–5 minutes. Timing depends on Zcash mainnet and Kava mainnet confirmations and current network load.
Is ZEC to KAVA non-custodial?
Yes. You send ZEC from your wallet and receive KAVA directly to the address you provide — SendSwap never holds your keys.
What if I send ZEC on the wrong network?
Always match the network on your order page (Zcash mainnet for deposits). Wrong-network sends may not be credited — read our swap safety guides before you send.