Why does my XMR swap take longer to confirm than other coins?

Monero's network uses a proof-of-work consensus mechanism and its privacy features — including RingCT — add computational complexity to each transaction. This means confirmation times can be longer and less predictable than on faster or simpler networks. If your swap appears pending, wait before contacting support, as Monero transactions do sometimes take additional time to reach sufficient confirmations.

What address format should I use when receiving XMR?

Standard Monero addresses are long alphanumeric strings starting with a '4'. You can also use a subaddress, which starts with an '8' — both formats are valid for receiving XMR. Avoid using integrated addresses unless your wallet or platform specifically requires one, and always double-check the full address before confirming a swap since Monero transactions are irreversible.

Is there a minimum XMR 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 XMR?

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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Monero (XMR) is a proof-of-work privacy coin built around confidential transactions using RingCT, making it a go-to choice for users who want on-chain financial privacy. Many users swap into XMR specifically to take advantage of its privacy properties, then swap out to other assets when they need broader exchange access. Because XMR is also mineable, some users exchange freshly mined coins into other assets to diversify holdings.

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Before exchanging Monero

Before swapping Monero, confirm your receiving wallet fully supports the XMR network — there is only one Monero network, so no chain selection is needed, but wallet compatibility matters since XMR addresses have a distinct format unlike most other coins. Monero's privacy architecture means transactions can take longer to confirm than on some other networks, so allow extra time before assuming a swap has stalled. No memo or destination tag is needed when sending or receiving XMR. The exchange widget on Zest shows you the rate and estimated output before you confirm, with no account or signup required to proceed.

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About Monero

Monero (XMR) is a cryptocurrency . Users are able to generate XMR through the process of mining. Monero has a current supply of 18,775,602.47549052. The last known price of Monero is 321.16945311 USD and is down -0.55 over the last 24 hours. It is currently trading on 371 active market(s) with $97,177,671.72 traded over the last 24 hours. More information can be found at https://www.getmonero.org/.