How to exchange XTZ for XLM safely and at a good rate
Exchanging XTZ for XLM 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.
Tezos (XTZ) is a smart contract blockchain that upgrades through holder votes, without hard forks. Stellar (XLM) is a network for international payments and tokenised currencies with sub-cent fees.
Why swap XTZ for XLM
Shifting between XTZ and XLM is a normal part of managing a portfolio: you change your exposure without cashing out to fiat. Stellar was built for fast, cheap transfers, which makes it handy for payments.
Networks and addresses
| You send XTZ | You receive XLM | |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Tezos | Stellar |
| Address | “tz1…”–“tz4…” | “G…”, 56 characters |
| Network speed | a block comes every few seconds | a transfer confirms in 5–6 seconds |
| Memo / tag | Not needed | Only for an exchange address |
What to watch out for
- Delegated XTZ isn’t locked — you can send it at any time.
- A new Stellar account is activated only after it receives 1 XLM.
- If you’re receiving XLM to an exchange address, be sure to enter that exchange’s memo.
- The rate is locked for 30 minutes: send XTZ 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 Tezos, a block comes every few seconds; on Stellar, a transfer confirms in 5–6 seconds. The whole XTZ to XLM swap usually takes 5 to 30 minutes once your transfer is confirmed.
Right now ROVEN exchange swaps XTZ for XLM at 1 XTZ = 1.597447 XLM, with a minimum of 71.428571 XTZ. Fill in the form above: no sign-up is needed, and you can track the order status online.
