Exchange in 3 steps
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Choose how much ZEC 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 ZEC to the address on your order — after confirmations, USDT 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.
- 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.
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.
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 ZEC to USDT?
No. SendSwap is a non-custodial instant exchange — no account, no ID checks, and no KYC for Zcash to Tether swaps.
How long does ZEC to USDT take?
Most swaps finish in 1–5 minutes. Timing depends on Zcash mainnet and TRC-20 on Tron confirmations and current network load.
Is ZEC to USDT non-custodial?
Yes. You send ZEC from your wallet and receive USDT 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.