LTC → ZEC: swap details at ROVEN exchange
Exchanging LTC for ZEC 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. Zcash (ZEC) is a cryptocurrency with optional privacy based on zero-knowledge proofs.
Why swap LTC for ZEC
Shifting between LTC and ZEC is a normal part of managing a portfolio: you change your exposure without cashing out to fiat. Zcash supports private transfers, but swaps use transparent addresses.
Networks and addresses
| You send LTC | You receive ZEC | |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Litecoin | Zcash |
| Address | “ltc1…”, “L…” or “M…” | “t1…” or “t3…” |
| Network speed | a block comes roughly every 2.5 minutes | a block comes roughly every 75 seconds |
| Memo / tag | Not needed | Not needed |
What to watch out for
- Send LTC on the Litecoin network only and allow time for confirmations.
- You need a transparent “t1…” or “t3…” address; “zs…” and “u1…” addresses won’t work.
- 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 Zcash, a block comes roughly every 75 seconds. The whole LTC to ZEC swap usually takes 5 to 30 minutes once your transfer is confirmed.
Right now ROVEN exchange swaps LTC for ZEC at 1 LTC = 0.0472816 ZEC, 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.
