What Bitcoin address formats does Zest accept for receiving BTC?

Bitcoin has several address formats in active use, including legacy addresses starting with '1', P2SH addresses starting with '3', and native SegWit (bech32) addresses starting with 'bc1'. Most modern wallets and exchanges support all three, but it is worth confirming your destination platform accepts the format being used. If you are unsure, check your wallet documentation before initiating the swap.

Why is swapping BTC to a stablecoin a common exchange route?

Bitcoin's value can fluctuate significantly, so users who want to lock in the current value of their holdings often swap BTC into a stablecoin without going through a centralized exchange. This route lets holders de-risk or rebalance their portfolio in a non-custodial way, without signing up for an account. The reverse route — stablecoin to BTC — is equally common for those looking to gain exposure to the asset.

Is there a minimum BTC exchange amount?

Minimums vary by pair and network. The exchange widget shows the exact minimum and maximum for your selected pair before you confirm, so you can check the limits before sending anything.

Do I need an account to swap BTC?

No signup is required for standard swaps. Zest is non-custodial: you send from and receive to wallets you control, and the rate is shown before you confirm.

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Bitcoin (BTC) is the original proof-of-work cryptocurrency, secured through SHA-256 mining and capped at a fixed maximum supply — properties that underpin its reputation as a store of value. Many users swap into BTC to hold a well-established, scarce asset, while others swap out of BTC to access liquidity in stablecoins or altcoins without going through a centralized exchange. Because BTC transactions settle on its own native network, confirmation times can vary with network congestion, which is worth factoring into any time-sensitive swap.

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Before exchanging Bitcoin

Before exchanging Bitcoin, confirm that your receiving wallet address is correct — BTC transactions are irreversible and cannot be recalled once broadcast. Bitcoin operates on a single network, so there is no network selector to worry about, but double-check that your destination platform or wallet is expecting a native Bitcoin address rather than a wrapped version on another chain. On-chain confirmation times vary depending on how busy the network is and the fee attached to the transaction, so avoid planning around a fixed arrival window. Zest shows you the rate and the destination amount before you confirm, giving you a chance to review all details before any funds move.

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About Bitcoin

Bitcoin (BTC) is a cryptocurrency launched in 2010. Users are able to generate BTC through the process of mining. Bitcoin has a current supply of 20,054,071. The last known price of Bitcoin is 62,850.93425906 USD and is up 1.92 over the last 24 hours. It is currently trading on 12666 active market(s) with $27,667,166,926.20 traded over the last 24 hours. More information can be found at https://bitcoin.org/.