How to convert ETH to BTC without KYC

Want to convert Ethereum (ETH) to Bitcoin (BTC) with no account and no KYC? This guide walks you through a fast, private ETH → BTC swap, what to expect with gas and fees on both chains, and practical tips to avoid delays or address issues.

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TL;DR: Convert ETH to BTC with no KYC

• Start immediately—no registration or documents.
• Send ETH to a one‑time deposit address and receive BTC after confirmations.
• See rate and fees upfront (fixed or floating quotes).
• Works with MetaMask, Rabby, Ledger, and major BTC wallets.

Why choose Swapcherry for ETH → BTC

• No account / no KYC: Begin in seconds—no personal data.
• Transparent quotes: You’ll see rate, service fee, and estimated BTC before sending.
• Clear settlement: After confirmations, BTC is paid out to your address automatically.

What you’ll need

• A wallet with ETH on Ethereum mainnet (MetaMask, Rabby, Ledger, Trezor)
• A BTC receiving address you control (prefer bech32 bc1…)
• A small buffer of ETH for gas

Tip: Use a fresh BTC address for each swap for better privacy and compatibility.

How to convert ETH to BTC (step‑by‑step)

1. Open the Swapcherry widget and select ETH → BTC.
2. Paste your BTC address and choose a quote type (fixed or floating).
3. Review the live quote: rate, service fee, network fees, expected BTC.
4. Confirm to get a one‑time ETH deposit address or payment request.
5. Send the exact ETH amount within the quote window.
6. After confirmations, receive BTC automatically to your wallet.

Bitcoin address formats (fees and compatibility)

Choose the address format supported by your wallet:

Recommendation: Prefer bech32 (bc1…) where possible for lower fees and robust wallet support.

Ethereum‑specific considerations (important)

• Gas (EIP‑1559): Your wallet will estimate a priority fee; extreme spikes can slow confirmation if you underpay.
• Correct network: Send on Ethereum mainnet (not L2s) unless your quote specifies otherwise.
• Nonce and stuck txs: If you have a stuck transaction, use replace‑by‑fee (RBF) in your wallet before starting a new swap.

Fees, confirmations, and timing (plain‑English)

• Fees: You’ll see service and network fees before sending. ETH gas varies with congestion; BTC miner fees depend on mempool load.
• Confirmations: Payout starts after required ETH confirmations; then BTC broadcasts to your address and settles based on BTC fee markets.
• Timing: In normal conditions, you’ll receive BTC shortly after both legs confirm.

Quotes, slippage, and expirations

• Quotes reflect current liquidity. Large moves can change the receivable amount—especially on floating quotes.
• If a fixed‑rate quote timer expires before your ETH send confirms, create a fresh quote to avoid delays.

Fixed vs floating rate: which to use?

• Fixed: Locks your rate for a short window—ideal when you must receive a specific BTC amount. Requires sending on time.
• Floating: Executes at the market rate when your ETH arrives—fewer timing constraints, but final BTC can vary slightly.

Privacy tips when going ETH → BTC

Both chains are transparent, so reduce linkability where possible:

• Use a fresh BTC address for each swap.
• Avoid reusing ETH sender addresses for unrelated activities if privacy matters.
• Split very large swaps into several smaller ones over time.

Paying the invoice: exact, partial, or overpayments

• Exact: Send precisely the quoted ETH—fastest settlement and least review.
• Underpayment/Overpayment: Small deviations may auto‑recalculate; larger deltas may pause for manual handling or refund.

Refunds and safety

• Refunds, when applicable, are usually returned in ETH to the originating address.
• Orders are screened under our AML policy. Review our privacy and terms.

Large swaps: good practice

• Start with a small test to validate address and timing.
• Split big transfers into multiple swaps to reduce market and operational risk.

Explorer checks (what you can and can’t see)

• Ethereum explorers show your send transaction, gas, and confirmations.
• Bitcoin explorers show the payout transaction, destination, amount, and confirmations.

Worked example (fixed vs floating)

1. You hold 3.5 ETH on MetaMask and want BTC to a bc1… address.
2. Fixed quote: Lock a quote for 15 minutes, send 3.5000 ETH, receive the quoted BTC if it confirms in time.
3. Floating quote: Send 3.5000 ETH without a locked rate; final BTC depends on execution time and market.

Troubleshooting

• BTC hasn’t arrived: Verify your ETH transaction has enough confirmations; then check the BTC payout in an explorer.
• Wrong amount sent: Contact support with your ETH tx hash; minor deltas may auto‑recalculate.
• Incompatible BTC address: Use a supported format (bc1…, 3…, or 1…), preferably bech32.

FAQ

Do I need KYC to convert ETH to BTC?
No for standard swaps. We enforce AML rules—follow local regulations.

How long does ETH → BTC take?
Generally shortly after ETH confirmation, plus BTC mempool time.

What’s the cheapest way to swap ETH to BTC?
Use bech32 (bc1…) for lower BTC fees, and initiate swaps during calmer gas conditions.

Convert ETH to BTC now

Open the Swapcherry widget, paste your BTC address, and send ETH. We’ll handle the rest—no account, no KYC—so your ETH → BTC conversion completes quickly with transparent pricing and clear settlement.

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