How to exchange ZEC for ADA safely and at a good rate
To switch from Zcash to Cardano you don’t need to sell for dollars first and then buy again. ROVEN exchange does it in one step: one order, one rate, one payout.
Zcash (ZEC) is a cryptocurrency with optional privacy based on zero-knowledge proofs. Cardano (ADA) is a blockchain with a research-driven approach and staking that doesn’t lock your coins.
Why swap ZEC for ADA
Coins serve different purposes, and sometimes holding ADA makes more sense — for faster transfers, staking or the Cardano ecosystem. With ADA you get access to the apps, staking and tokens of the Cardano network.
Networks and addresses
| You send ZEC | You receive ADA | |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Zcash | Cardano |
| Address | “t1…” or “t3…” | “addr1…” |
| Network speed | a block comes roughly every 75 seconds | a block comes roughly every 20 seconds |
| Memo / tag | Not needed | Not needed |
What to watch out for
- Send ZEC from a transparent address, or move it out of the shielded pool in advance.
- A Cardano address starts with “addr1”; it’s best to avoid legacy Byron addresses.
- Send the exact amount from the order and do it within 30 minutes, while the locked rate is valid.
How long the swap takes
Swap speed depends on both networks. On Zcash, a block comes roughly every 75 seconds; on Cardano, a block comes roughly every 20 seconds. The whole ZEC to ADA swap usually takes 5 to 30 minutes once your transfer is confirmed.
The current rate is 1 ZEC = 6 847.18 ADA and the minimum amount is 0.015385 ZEC. Create an order in the form above, and ROVEN exchange will send swap updates by email or Telegram.
