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Non-custodial instant exchange & aggregator (since 2018) — 1,500+ assets, no account, no ID for standard swaps.

Does SimpleSwap require KYC?Sometimes

Sometimes. SimpleSwap is rated “Rare KYC” — usually no KYC, but verification can be triggered (e.g. by AML flags or an upstream partner).

NO KYCXMRBTC

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// no-KYC track record?
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// scores

C
61/100
Overall · Fair
57/100
Privacy
67/100
Trust
KYC Policy
Transaction monitoring -2 priv
Deposits are screened against blacklisted sources.
Rare KYC -5 priv
No routine KYC, but may ask if compelled by authorities.
Privacy
No registration needed +6 priv
Usable without creating an account.
No email required +3 priv
No email address is required to swap.
Accepts Monero +5 priv
Supports Monero (XMR).
Trust & Reliability
Non-custodial +4 trust
Never takes custody of your funds.
Public policies +2 trust
Publishes its ToS / AML policy.
Established third-party reputation +5 trust
Has a verifiable positive track record across independent sources (Reddit, BitcoinTalk, Trustpilot, forums) — not just its own claims.
Good customer support +4 trust
Responsive, helpful customer support.
Live rates / API +4 trust
Provides live rates through an API integration.
Mature service +6 trust
The service has been operating for 2+ years.
Recently added -8 trust
Recently added to notkyc — limited data so far.
Overall = Privacy 57 × 60% + Trust 67 × 40% · base 50 each · how scores work →

// terms of service review

SimpleSwap is a non-custodial cryptocurrency exchange that operates without user accounts or identity verification, relying on automated risk algorithms to decline and refund flagged transactions.
Data Minimization
The service does not require registration or create user profiles. It processes wallet addresses and transaction metadata only.
Non-Custodial
Funds are never held in custody — you control them until the swap executes.
No Hostage Funds
The service does not confiscate assets or permanently freeze user funds without cause. Unprocessable funds are returned.
Automated Risk Scanning
The platform uses algorithmic risk assessment to evaluate transactions. This system operates without requiring personal identity data.
Refund Policy
Refunds are handled case-by-case; flagged or unprocessable swaps are returned to the sender, sometimes to a specified refund address.
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// research independently

// detailed analysis

SimpleSwap is a non-custodial instant exchange and aggregator that launched in 2018, letting you swap between 1,500+ assets without an account, email or ID for standard swaps. It routes each trade to partner liquidity and forwards the output straight to your own wallet, so it never holds balances long-term — reducing exit-scam exposure compared with order-book custody. For privacy users the appeal is the friction-free flow: pick a pair, paste your receiving address, send the deposit, and receive the swapped coins. Monero (XMR) is supported both ways, and both fixed-rate (locked quote) and floating-rate (market-following) modes are available. Deposit addresses are one-time per order, and you can supply a refund address in case a swap can't complete. The main caveat is AML. Like most large aggregators, SimpleSwap runs a risk engine, and a minority of transactions flagged as high-risk (mixer-tainted coins, sanctioned sources, unusual patterns) can be held pending verification. This is not routine KYC on every trade, but it is not a no-questions guarantee for tainted funds either. Check the no-KYC track record here for how recent real swaps actually went. As an established aggregator with broad coin coverage and deep liquidity, SimpleSwap is a dependable default for common pairs. Treat the fixed-rate flow as paying a slightly wider spread for certainty, always set a refund address, and confirm the deposit network matches your coin before sending.

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// about SimpleSwap

About SimpleSwap

SimpleSwap is a non-custodial instant cryptocurrency exchange and aggregator operating since 2018. It lets you swap between more than 1,500 coins and tokens with no registration, no email, and no identity verification for standard swaps. Rather than running an order book, SimpleSwap routes each trade to partner liquidity and sends the output directly to your wallet.

How swapping on SimpleSwap works

Choose the coin you are sending and the coin you want to receive, enter an amount, and SimpleSwap shows a live estimate. Pick a floating rate (follows the market until your deposit confirms) or a fixed rate (locks the quote for a short window for a slightly wider spread). Send your coins to the one-time deposit address, and the exchanged funds arrive at the address you provided — no account, no dashboard, no approval step.

Privacy and no-KYC

Standard swaps on SimpleSwap require no account and no ID, and Monero (XMR) is supported in both directions — practical for private routes such as BTC to XMR and XMR to BTC. Be aware that SimpleSwap runs an AML risk engine: a minority of transactions flagged as high risk — for example coins traced to mixers or sanctioned sources — may be held for verification. It is not blanket KYC, but it is not a guarantee either, so review the no-KYC track record before sending large amounts.

What to know before you swap

  • Two rate types: floating for the best market price, fixed to lock the quote.
  • Refund address: always provide one — if a swap can't complete, funds return there.
  • Network matters: confirm the deposit network (e.g. ERC20 vs TRC20 vs BEP20) matches your coin before sending.
  • Limits: each pair has a minimum and, sometimes, a maximum; the swap table shows them.
  • AML risk: avoid sending mixer-tainted or sanctioned-source coins, which are the usual cause of holds.
  • Non-custodial routing: SimpleSwap forwards to your wallet rather than keeping balances.

Common use cases

SimpleSwap is a solid default for everyday swaps across major assets. Popular routes include ETH to XMR, USDT to BTC, and BTC to LTC. Compare its live rate against other no-KYC venues on the Swap page and pick the best offer for your pair.