How to exchange LTC for ADA safely and at a good rate
Exchanging LTC for ADA is useful when you rebalance a portfolio or want to move from one network to another without buying stablecoins in between. At ROVEN exchange the coins are swapped directly, and the rate is locked when you create the order.
Litecoin (LTC) is one of the oldest Bitcoin forks, with blocks four times faster and low fees. Cardano (ADA) is a blockchain with a research-driven approach and staking that doesn’t lock your coins.
Why swap LTC for ADA
Shifting between LTC and ADA is a normal part of managing a portfolio: you change your exposure without cashing out to fiat. With ADA you get access to the apps, staking and tokens of the Cardano network.
Networks and addresses
| You send LTC | You receive ADA | |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Litecoin | Cardano |
| Address | “ltc1…”, “L…” or “M…” | “addr1…” |
| Network speed | a block comes roughly every 2.5 minutes | a block comes roughly every 20 seconds |
| Memo / tag | Not needed | Not needed |
What to watch out for
- Send LTC on the Litecoin network only and allow time for confirmations.
- A Cardano address starts with “addr1”; it’s best to avoid legacy Byron addresses.
- The rate is locked for 30 minutes: send LTC within that time and you’ll receive exactly the amount shown in the order.
How long the swap takes
Swap speed depends on both networks. On Litecoin, a block comes roughly every 2.5 minutes; on Cardano, a block comes roughly every 20 seconds. The whole LTC to ADA swap usually takes 5 to 30 minutes once your transfer is confirmed.
Right now ROVEN exchange swaps LTC for ADA at 1 LTC = 299.244604 ADA, with a minimum of 0.25 LTC. Fill in the form above: no sign-up is needed, and you can track the order status online.
