Ethereum (ETH) is the second-largest cryptocurrency by market cap and one of the most widely held assets in crypto. Swapping ETH to Monero (XMR) is a popular move for users who want to add a layer of on-chain privacy that Ethereum cannot provide natively.
Why Swap Ethereum to Monero?
Ethereum operates on a transparent public blockchain — every ETH transaction is permanently visible to anyone. Monero solves this at the protocol level. Swapping ETH to XMR converts a transparent asset into a fully private one, where transactions are hidden by default with no additional steps required.
ETH to XMR vs BTC to XMR — Key Difference
The main advantage of swapping ETH to XMR over BTC to XMR is speed. Ethereum transactions typically confirm in 2 to 5 minutes, compared to 10 to 60 minutes for Bitcoin. This means your swap starts processing much faster.
| ETH to XMR | BTC to XMR | |
|---|---|---|
| Source confirmation time | 2–5 minutes | 10–60 minutes |
| XMR confirmation time | ~20 minutes | ~20 minutes |
| Typical total time | 25–30 minutes | 30–80 minutes |
Before You Start
- A Monero (XMR) wallet with your receiving address ready — Cake Wallet or Feather Wallet are recommended
- Ethereum in a self-custody wallet such as MetaMask or Ledger
- Enough ETH to cover the swap amount plus network gas fee
Step-by-Step: Swap ETH to XMR on Coinastr
- Open the Exchange — Go to Coinastr Exchange (ETH to XMR). ETH and XMR will be pre-selected.
- Enter Your Amount — Type the ETH amount. The estimated XMR appears instantly. Choose floating or fixed rate.
- Enter Your Monero Address — Paste your XMR wallet address. No email, no account, no KYC required.
- Send ETH to the Deposit Address — Coinastr generates a unique Ethereum deposit address. Send exactly the quoted amount from your wallet.
- Receive Your XMR — Once your ETH confirms, the swap executes automatically. Your Monero arrives within 20 to 25 minutes. Track with your Swap ID at Track Swap.
ETH to XMR — Frequently Asked Questions
Can I swap ERC-20 tokens such as USDT or USDC to XMR?
Yes. Coinastr supports USDT (ERC-20), USDC, and many other ERC-20 tokens as source currencies for XMR swaps. Select the specific token in the swap widget and proceed as normal.
What happens if I send ETH on the wrong network?
Only send ETH on the Ethereum mainnet to the deposit address. Sending tokens on incompatible networks will result in permanent loss of funds. Always verify the network before sending.
Do I need to create an account to swap ETH to XMR?
No account is needed for guest swaps. If you create a free account (no KYC required), your fee drops from 1.5% to 0.75% — saving 50% on every swap including ETH to XMR.