Zcash · live routesZcash bridge — move crypto to and from Zcash, no account
A proof-of-work network with optional shielded transactions. ZEC is the native asset; blocks arrive about every 75 seconds. Swap into it from 16 other networks and receive ZEC directly, or swap out of it the same way, with no wrapped tokens and no sign-up.
- No account
- All fees included in the quote
- TorrentSwap never holds your funds
Assets you can receive on Zcash
- ZEC
Bridge to Zcash
Live quotesEnter the amount of BTC you want to swap
Fees are included in every amount. If a protocol can’t meet your minimum, your deposit is refunded.
Transparency
Who executes Zcash swaps
Every quote names the protocol that would run your swap. TorrentSwap compares them and never holds your funds.
NEAR Intents
Solvers compete to fill your swap at the best price.
Held briefly by the intents deposit service until a solver fills the order.
How NEAR Intents worksFlashnet
Fast cross-chain settlement network.
Held briefly at a Flashnet deposit address while the swap settles.
How Flashnet works
How it works
How to bridge to Zcash
- 01
Choose the pair
Pick what you are sending and the Zcash asset you want. Quotes arrive in seconds.
- 02
Compare named routes
Each route names its protocol and shows what you receive after all fees, how long it takes and the protected minimum.
- 03
Add two addresses
Your Zcash address to receive, and a refund address on the network you send from.
- 04
Send once
Send the exact deposit from any wallet or exchange, or connect a supported wallet and approve one transfer. Tracking starts on its own.
Network notes
What to know before bridging to Zcash
Swap protocols deliver ZEC to a transparent address. You can shield it afterwards in a wallet such as Zashi or Ywallet; the delivery transaction itself is public, like any other on-chain transfer.
ZEC routes are quoted by NEAR Intents and Flashnet.
- Native asset
- ZEC
- Address format
- Transparent addresses start with t1 or t3. Shielded (zs…) and unified (u1…) addresses are only accepted where the quote explicitly allows them; use a transparent address unless it does.
- Deposits from this network
- Zcash deposits usually need several 75-second blocks: about 5–15 minutes.
- Fees
- Platform, network and protocol fees are all already included in every quote. The swap box shows the total before you confirm.
Live rates
Zcash bridge rates today
Real quotes for about $1,000, checked 16:49 UTC and refreshed hourly. Every amount already includes all fees.
| Route | You send | Best protocol | You receive |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTC to ZECBitcoin → Zcash | 0.012 BTC | NEAR Intents | 0.78915958 ZEC |
| ZEC to BTCZcash → Bitcoin | 0.82 ZEC | NEAR Intents | 0.01209566 BTC |
Indicative snapshot, not an offer. Use the swap box above for a live quote on your own amount.
Step-by-step pages
Zcash swap guides
Each page covers one route in detail: which protocols serve it, typical timing, address formats and common mistakes.
FAQ
Bridging to Zcash: questions
Other networks
How do I bridge to Zcash?
Pick what you want to send and a Zcash asset to receive, enter an amount and compare the live routes. Add your Zcash address and a refund address on the source network, then send the exact deposit — from any wallet or exchange — or connect a supported wallet and approve one transfer.
How do I bridge out of Zcash?
Reverse the pair: choose a Zcash asset to send and what you want on the other network, for example native BTC, ETH or USDT. You receive the native asset at your own address, not a wrapped IOU, and your refund address is on Zcash.
How long does bridging to Zcash take?
It depends mostly on the network you send from. From Bitcoin, expect about 10–30 minutes depending on the protocol; from Ethereum, Solana and other fast networks, usually a few minutes. Sending from Zcash: Zcash deposits usually need several 75-second blocks: about 5–15 minutes. Each live quote shows its own estimate.
Which protocols can bridge to Zcash?
NEAR Intents and Flashnet serve Zcash routes on TorrentSwap. The swap box lists every protocol that responds for your pair and amount, by name, ranked by what you receive.
What address do I need on Zcash?
Transparent addresses start with t1 or t3. Shielded (zs…) and unified (u1…) addresses are only accepted where the quote explicitly allows them; use a transparent address unless it does.
Do I need an account to bridge to Zcash?
No. There is no sign-up and no email. The protocols that execute swaps can apply their own compliance screening, for example against sanctioned addresses, and every transaction stays visible on its public blockchain.
Is bridging to Zcash safe?
No cross-chain transfer is risk-free. TorrentSwap never holds your funds; the executing protocol holds them briefly while the swap settles, as described on each route. Check the network, both addresses and the quote before sending, and never share a seed phrase with anyone.