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Where to buy Zcash (ZEC) in 2026

Zcash (ZEC) is listed for spot trading on OKX, Binance, Bitget, Gate, MEXC, HTX and Kraken. The most common pair is ZEC/USDT, available on 6 of them. 8 of them also offer a ZEC perpetual contract.

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Buy ZEC on OKXCodenexu888

ZEC price

$1,291+4.31% 24h

Market cap rank
#10
Market cap
$21.9B

Snapshot 2026-10-13 · 11:20 SGT

Exchanges that list ZEC

Pairs and contracts come from each exchange's public market list, checked 2026-10-13.

ExchangeSpot pairsPerpetualSpot fee (maker / taker)Deposit networksSign up
OKX
  • ZEC/USDT
  • ZEC/USDC
  • ZEC/EUR
USDT perp0.08% / 0.10%See the deposit page
Codenexu888Open OKX
Binance
  • ZEC/USDT
  • ZEC/USDC
  • ZEC/BTC
  • ZEC/ETH
  • ZEC/U
  • ZEC/USD1
USDT · USDC perp0.10% / 0.10%See the deposit page
Code11350287Open Binance
Bitget
  • ZEC/USDT
USDT perp0.10% / 0.10%ZEC
Codenexu888Open Bitget.com
BybitPerpetual onlyUSDT perp0.10% / 0.10%See the deposit page
Code48553Open Bybit
Gate
  • ZEC/USDT
USDT perp0.10% / 0.10%ZEC
CodenexubestOpen Gate
MEXC
  • ZEC/USDT
  • ZEC/USDC
  • ZEC/USD1
USDT · USDC perpNot yet checkedSee the deposit page
Code4BRheOpen MEXC
HTX
  • ZEC/USDT
USDT perpNot yet checkedZEC
Codenexu888Open HTX
Kraken
  • ZEC/USD
  • ZEC/EUR
USD perp0.40% / 0.80%See the deposit page
Code7f97gkqwOpen Kraken

What is Zcash?

Zcash (ZEC) is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency launched in 2016 that runs on its own proof-of-work blockchain. It uses zero-knowledge proofs (zk-SNARKs) so users can send shielded transactions that hide the sender, receiver and amount, while transparent transactions work much like Bitcoin. ZEC is used for payments and has a maximum supply of 21 million coins.

Category
Privacy
Rank
#10
Token networks
Own blockchain

How to buy Zcash step by step

  1. Pick an exchange that lists ZEC

    Use the table above: OKX lists ZEC/USDT. Open the official site from our link so you land on the real domain.

  2. Create the account and verify your ID

    Sign up with email or phone, then finish identity verification (KYC). It usually takes a few minutes.

  3. Add funds

    Buy USDT with a card or local payment method, or transfer USDT from another account. Pick the same network on both sides before you send.

  4. Place a spot order for ZEC

    Open ZEC/USDT in the spot market. A market order fills now at the best price; a limit order waits for your price.

  5. Decide where to keep it

    Leave ZEC on the exchange for trading, or withdraw it to your own wallet on a network the wallet supports.

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Zcash questions

Where can I buy Zcash (ZEC)?

Zcash is listed on OKX, Binance, Bitget, Gate, MEXC, HTX and Kraken. The most common pair is ZEC/USDT.

What is Zcash?

Zcash (ZEC) is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency launched in 2016 that runs on its own proof-of-work blockchain. It uses zero-knowledge proofs (zk-SNARKs) so users can send shielded transactions that hide the sender, receiver and amount, while transparent transactions work much like Bitcoin. ZEC is used for payments and has a maximum supply of 21 million coins.

Can I trade ZEC perpetual futures?

Yes. OKX, Binance, Bitget, Bybit, Gate, MEXC, HTX and Kraken offer a ZEC perpetual contract. Perpetuals use leverage and can be liquidated, so learn margin first.

Which network should I use to deposit ZEC?

Use a network both sides support. Bitget accepts ZEC deposits on ZEC. Send a small test amount first.

What does it cost to buy ZEC?

Spot trading fees for a regular account: OKX 0.08% / 0.10%, Binance 0.10% / 0.10% and Bitget 0.10% / 0.10%. Card purchases and withdrawals cost extra, shown on the exchange before you confirm.