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Market-rate quotes (may change before execution).
root@notkyc:~$ rates cached for everyone · ttl 60s · 0s
# Exchange Score No-KYC record? Rate You receive (1 BCH) Limits (BCH)
1 OctoSwap BEST A priv 87trust 70
// no on-platform swaps yet
1 BCH = 28.863118 LINK 28.863118 LINK min 30.738155 · max 5269.397971 swap on notkyc swap on OctoSwap →
2 Quickex C priv 49trust 75 1 BCH = 28.74088623 LINK 28.74088623 LINK swap on Quickex →
3 FixedFloat D priv 45trust 67
0/1 KYC-free
1 BCH = 28.7307 LINK 28.7307 LINK min 0.044162 · max 18.795222 swap on notkyc swap on FixedFloat →
4 CCE.cash C priv 53trust 71 1 BCH = 28.70780587 LINK 28.70780587 LINK min 0.0483811 · max 219500 swap on CCE.cash →
5 Baltex D priv 40trust 65 1 BCH = 28.59973656 LINK 28.59973656 LINK min 0.00221007 swap on Baltex →
6 Swapuz B priv 59trust 88
10/10 KYC-free
1 BCH = 28.5645 LINK 28.5645 LINK min 0.395 · max 13179.278 swap on notkyc swap on Swapuz →
7 SideShift C priv 48trust 78 1 BCH = 28.45648352 LINK 28.45648352 LINK min 0.01315789 · max 131.56578947 swap on SideShift →
8 StealthEX C priv 49trust 79
5/5 KYC-free
1 BCH = 28.4457418 LINK 28.4457418 LINK min 0.000807 swap on notkyc swap on StealthEX →
9 Lizex C priv 62trust 70
1/1 KYC-free
1 BCH = 28.424007 LINK 28.424007 LINK min 0.26465972 · max 4367.09971828 swap on notkyc swap on Lizex →
10 ChangeHero D priv 43trust 72 1 BCH = 28.35983382 LINK 28.35983382 LINK min 0.09581 swap on ChangeHero →
11 XMRS C priv 61trust 71
6/6 KYC-free
1 BCH = 28.2759 LINK 28.2759 LINK min 0.4393 · max 4393.094 swap on notkyc swap on XMRS →
12 PegasusSwap A+ priv 95trust 94
2/2 KYC-free
1 BCH = 28.21010375 LINK 28.21010375 LINK min 0.04389045 · max 456.17289167 swap on notkyc swap on PegasusSwap →
13 Exolix C priv 49trust 80
6/6 KYC-free
1 BCH = 28.12942505 LINK 28.12942505 LINK min 0.2150632 · max 456.17289167 swap on notkyc swap on Exolix →
14 GhostSwap C priv 65trust 60
3/4 KYC-free
1 BCH = 28.09398703 LINK 28.09398703 LINK min 0.13159386 · max 293.48304509 swap on notkyc swap on GhostSwap →
OctoSwap BEST A
Rate1 BCH = 28.863118 LINK
You receive28.863118 LINK
Limitsmin 30.738155 · max 5269.397971 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.74088623 LINK
You receive28.74088623 LINK
Limits— BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.7307 LINK
You receive28.7307 LINK
Limitsmin 0.044162 · max 18.795222 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.70780587 LINK
You receive28.70780587 LINK
Limitsmin 0.0483811 · max 219500 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.59973656 LINK
You receive28.59973656 LINK
Limitsmin 0.00221007 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.5645 LINK
You receive28.5645 LINK
Limitsmin 0.395 · max 13179.278 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.45648352 LINK
You receive28.45648352 LINK
Limitsmin 0.01315789 · max 131.56578947 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.4457418 LINK
You receive28.4457418 LINK
Limitsmin 0.000807 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.424007 LINK
You receive28.424007 LINK
Limitsmin 0.26465972 · max 4367.09971828 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.35983382 LINK
You receive28.35983382 LINK
Limitsmin 0.09581 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.2759 LINK
You receive28.2759 LINK
Limitsmin 0.4393 · max 4393.094 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.21010375 LINK
You receive28.21010375 LINK
Limitsmin 0.04389045 · max 456.17289167 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.12942505 LINK
You receive28.12942505 LINK
Limitsmin 0.2150632 · max 456.17289167 BCH
Rate1 BCH = 28.09398703 LINK
You receive28.09398703 LINK
Limitsmin 0.13159386 · max 293.48304509 BCH

Swapping BCH to LINK moves you from a UTXO-based payments fork to an ERC-20 oracle token - two very different design goals on two unrelated chains. Typical motivations: rotating dormant Bitcoin Cash holdings into an asset with active DeFi utility, gaining exposure to oracle network growth, or consolidating BCH dust into a token usable as collateral on Ethereum lending markets. No-KYC routing keeps the swap atomic and identity-free.

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BCH -> LINK: what this pair actually involves

Bitcoin Cash settles on its own SHA-256 chain with ~10 minute blocks and sub-cent fees. Chainlink is an ERC-20 token living primarily on Ethereum, with bridged versions on BNB Chain, Arbitrum, Polygon, Base, and others. There is no direct on-chain path - aggregators route the swap through liquidity pools or OTC desks that accept BCH inflow and pay out LINK on the destination network you specify.

Practical implications:

  • Confirmation time is dominated by BCH: one block (~10 min) is usually enough for the receiving side to credit, though some services wait for two.
  • BCH withdrawal fees from your wallet are negligible; the LINK payout fee depends entirely on which network you select.
  • LINK on Ethereum mainnet costs the most to receive but is the canonical version accepted by Aave, Compound, and Chainlink staking. LINK on Arbitrum or Base is cheaper but not interchangeable without bridging.

Choosing a route for this pair

Things that matter more than the headline rate:

  • Network selection for LINK output - confirm the chain before locking. Sending ERC-20 LINK to a BNB Chain address (or vice versa) is a common loss vector.
  • Floating vs fixed rate: BCH has moderate volatility, so a fixed rate protects you during the 10-30 minute settlement window, usually at a 0.5-1% spread cost.
  • Minimum amounts - LINK output minimums on L2s are sometimes lower than on mainnet because the payout gas is cheaper.
  • Refund address: always set a BCH refund address you control. If the rate window expires or the deposit lands under the minimum, you need somewhere to recover funds.

Tips: send a small test if the amount is large, avoid swapping during Ethereum gas spikes if you want LINK on mainnet, and double-check the BCH address format (legacy vs CashAddr) your chosen route expects.

// FAQ
Which network should I pick for receiving LINK?
If you plan to use LINK in Ethereum DeFi or stake it via Chainlink's staking contract, pick ERC-20 on mainnet. If you just want exposure or plan to trade it on an L2 DEX, Arbitrum or Base will save significant gas. Bridged LINK is not directly stakeable and must be bridged back to mainnet first.
How long does a BCH to LINK swap usually take?
Expect 10-25 minutes end to end. BCH typically needs one confirmation (~10 min), the swap service processes internally, then LINK is sent. Mainnet ETH payouts add a few minutes during congestion; L2 payouts are near-instant once initiated.
Why does the rate differ so much between providers for this pair?
BCH-LINK is not a heavily traded direct pair, so most services route via BTC, USDT, or ETH internally. Each hop adds spread. Providers with deeper BCH liquidity or direct market-making on both legs quote tighter rates. Floating-rate quotes also tend to beat fixed by 0.3-1%.
Is there a minimum BCH amount for swapping into LINK?
Yes, and it varies by route. Minimums exist to cover the LINK-side network fee. ERC-20 mainnet payouts often require larger BCH inputs (roughly $20-50 equivalent) than L2 payouts. The live comparison table reflects each provider's current floor.
Do I need to KYC for a BCH to LINK swap?
Not on the routes listed here. Aggregator services that perform non-custodial swaps generally do not require identity verification for standard amounts. Some may flag unusually large deposits or addresses linked to sanctioned sources for review, but no document upload is needed by default.
What happens if I send BCH after the rate quote expires?
The provider falls back to either the current market rate or a refund, depending on their policy. This is why setting a valid BCH refund address before sending is essential - without it, recovery of late or under-minimum deposits becomes a manual support process with no guaranteed timeline.
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