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How to swap ETH to BTC: network, quote, and wallet guide

A ETH→BTC swap moves value from Ethereum to Bitcoin. Monivo compares estimates returned by connected providers for your amount; the provider you select issues the deposit address, executes the swap, and sends BTC to your wallet.

TL;DR

  • • Choose ETH → BTC and enter the amount you will actually send.
  • • Match the source and destination networks before copying an address.
  • • Compare estimated BTC output, rate type, minimum, and expiry.
  • • The selected provider issues the deposit address and executes the swap.
  • • Most swaps complete in under 10 minutes; timing is not guaranteed.
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What changes from ETH to BTC

You are giving up Ethereum, a asset available through multiple network representations, and receiving Bitcoin, a UTXO-based native asset. The important change is not only the ticker: the destination wallet must support Bitcoin, while the sending wallet must use the exact deposit network and amount in the order.

Network and address checklist

  • • Use an address that supports BTC on Bitcoin; a familiar ticker does not prove the network matches.
  • • ETH or BTC can exist on more than one network. Match the network named in the quote on both the sending and receiving sides.
  • • If the receiving wallet supplies a memo or tag, copy it exactly; otherwise do not invent one.
  • • Compare the first and last six characters of the BTC address after pasting it.

How to read the live estimate

Coverage
A provider appears only when it returns an executable ETH→BTC estimate for your amount. Missing providers are unavailable, not zero-priced.
Estimated output
Compare the estimated BTC delivered, not a headline rate. Provider pricing and payout costs are reflected in that estimate; your sending wallet may charge separately.
Fixed or floating
A fixed quote holds its stated output only under the provider's amount, expiry, and deposit-window terms. A floating quote is calculated at execution and can move.
Minimum and expiry
Use the minimum and expiry shown with the current quote. Refresh after changing the amount, asset, network, or after a quote expires.

Step-by-step: swap ETH to BTC

  1. Step 1

    Enter the ETH amount

    Select Ethereum as the asset and network you are sending, choose Bitcoin as the destination, and enter the ETH amount. If your ETH is on Base, Arbitrum, Optimism, or another network, do not describe it as Ethereum mainnet.

  2. Step 2

    Compare estimated BTC payouts

    Compare responding providers by the estimated native BTC delivered to your wallet. Check whether each quote is fixed or floating instead of judging the headline ETH/BTC rate alone.

  3. Step 3

    Choose fixed or floating terms

    Use fixed terms when the stated BTC output matters and you can meet the provider's deposit window. A floating quote follows the execution rate, so the final BTC amount can move while the ETH deposit confirms.

  4. Step 4

    Verify a native Bitcoin address

    Paste a Bitcoin-network address you control. Compare its first and last characters with your wallet and do not use an address for wrapped BTC on an Ethereum-compatible network.

  5. Step 5

    Send the exact ETH deposit

    Review the one-time deposit address, required ETH amount, network, and expiry. Send only after all four match; your sending wallet may add Ethereum gas separately.

  6. Step 6

    Track the BTC payout

    Keep the Monivo order link and your ETH transaction hash. The page follows source-chain confirmations and the provider's progress until BTC is sent to the destination address.

Illustrative example

Example: moving 1 ETH into native Bitcoin

A wallet holder has 1 ETH on Ethereum mainnet and wants BTC delivered to a self-custody Bitcoin address.

  1. 1.They enter 1 ETH and compare the estimated BTC payouts returned for that amount.
  2. 2.They choose between fixed and floating terms after checking the deposit window and current network conditions.
  3. 3.They verify the Bitcoin address, send the exact quoted ETH amount on Ethereum mainnet, and retain the order link and transaction hash.

Live-quote note: The example does not assign a BTC payout: the executable receive amount comes from the live quotes available when the swap is requested.

Connected provider availability

Currently connected swap providers: ChangeNOW, SimpleSwap, LetsExchange, StealthEX, Godex, Changelly, FixedFloat, ChangeHero, Lizex, Swapuz. This is an availability list, not a ranking. A provider is usable for a particular swap only when it returns a current estimate for that pair, amount, and network.

  • ChangeNOW
  • SimpleSwap
  • LetsExchange
  • StealthEX
  • Godex
  • Changelly
  • FixedFloat
  • ChangeHero
  • Lizex
  • Swapuz

Fees, rates, and safety

A ETH→BTC swap has two cost layers: the selected provider's pricing and payout cost, already reflected in the quoted estimate, and any network or withdrawal charge your own sending wallet or exchange applies when you send Ethereum.

Monivo adds no separate platform fee, and the estimate remains subject to the selected provider's terms. The aggregated quote shows the estimated BTC you receive before you deposit — compare that net estimate, not the headline rate; the provider that executes the swap confirms the final amount.

Use a fixed rate to lock the price before depositing, or a floating rate to settle at market when your deposit confirms. Always verify the destination network and the first and last 6 characters of your BTC address before sending.

If something does not match

Before sending

If the network, address, amount, rate type, or expiry is wrong, stop and request a new quote. Never test an uncertain address with the full amount.

After sending

Do not send a second deposit. Save the ETH transaction hash and order reference, check on-chain confirmations, then contact 24/7 live support if the status does not advance.

Wrong amount or late deposit

The provider may reprice or return the deposit under its terms. Only the executing provider can confirm the outcome once funds were sent.

ETH → BTC FAQ

How long does a ETH to BTC swap take?

Most crypto-to-crypto swaps complete in under 10 minutes. Actual time depends on source-chain confirmations and the executing provider, so this is typical, not guaranteed.

Do I need an account or KYC for ETH to BTC?

A standard crypto-to-crypto swap does not require a Monivo account, and Monivo does not run identity verification for it. The executing provider applies its own AML policy and may request verification on an individual order.

What fees apply to ETH to BTC?

Monivo adds no separate platform fee. The provider's spread and payout network cost are reflected in the estimate; your sending wallet or exchange may charge a separate withdrawal or network fee.

What is the minimum ETH amount?

Minimums depend on the provider, pair, network, and current conditions. The valid minimum is the one shown with the live estimate.

What if my BTC wallet uses another network?

Do not send until the destination network matches the quote. A BTC ticker can exist on multiple networks, and recovery from a mismatch may be impossible.

How do I swap Ethereum for Bitcoin?

Select ETH as the asset to send and BTC as the asset to receive, enter your amount, and compare the live estimates returned by connected providers. Choose a quote, verify your BTC wallet address and network, then send the exact ETH deposit to the one-time address and follow the order link until payout.

Should I use a fixed or floating rate for ETH to BTC?

Choose fixed terms when the stated BTC estimate matters and you can send the exact deposit within the provider's window. A floating quote follows the execution rate, so the final BTC amount can move while the ETH deposit confirms.

Which wallet can receive a ETH to BTC swap?

Use a wallet you control that supports BTC on Bitcoin. Copy the receiving address, compare its first and last characters, and include a memo or destination tag only when that wallet supplies one.

How can I track my ETH to BTC exchange?

Keep the Monivo order link and your ETH transaction hash. The tracking page follows source-chain confirmations and the executing provider's status; if it stops advancing, do not send again and contact 24/7 live support with those references.

Will I receive native Bitcoin when I exchange ETH for BTC?

Choose Bitcoin as the destination network and provide a native BTC address. Do not paste an address for wrapped Bitcoin on Ethereum, Solana, or another network unless the live quote explicitly names that route.

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Canonical: https://monivo.io/guides/swap/eth-to-btc

Editorially reviewed: 2026-09-23

Methodology note: provider availability comes from the current connected-provider registry; timing is an observed typical duration, not a guarantee.