Exchange in 3 steps
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Choose how much ZEC to send and enter a Monero mainnet receive address — a fresh subaddress is recommended.
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Hit Exchange to open your order page with the live rate and Zcash deposit details.
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Send ZEC on Zcash mainnet — after confirmations, XMR is sent to your wallet automatically.
What do you need to know?
- Zcash confirmations follow mainnet block times — transparent and shielded sends both need the correct address type.
- Use a fresh Monero subaddress for each swap. Avoid reusing old XMR receive addresses.
- XMR outputs may not show until your Monero wallet completes a sync — wait several minutes before opening support.
- This route moves between two privacy models — confirm ZEC send type and XMR subaddress format before broadcasting.
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.
Monero — private by default
Monero uses ring signatures and one-time addresses so amounts and addresses stay confidential on-chain.
XMR not visible yet?
Wait for wallet sync to complete — Monero often needs several minutes to reflect incoming outputs.
If the order lists a payout tx but your synced wallet shows nothing, contact support.
Receiving XMR privately
Monero payouts use one-time addresses — your wallet must finish scanning recent blocks to display the balance.
- Use a fresh subaddress for each swap rather than reusing old receive addresses.
- Compare your wallet block height with a public explorer before assuming a payout failed.
- Allow extra time after the order shows sent — privacy features can delay wallet display.
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 XMR?
No. SendSwap is a non-custodial instant exchange — no account, no ID checks, and no KYC for Zcash to Monero swaps.
How long does ZEC to XMR take?
Most swaps finish in 1–5 minutes. Timing depends on Zcash mainnet and Monero mainnet confirmations and current network load.
Is ZEC to XMR non-custodial?
Yes. You send ZEC from your wallet and receive XMR 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.