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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 LTC) Limits (LTC)
1 OctoSwap BEST A priv 87trust 70
// no on-platform swaps yet
1 LTC = 0.193221 BCH 0.193221 BCH min 158.658205 · max 27198.549411 swap on notkyc swap on OctoSwap →
2 CCE.cash C priv 53trust 71 1 LTC = 0.19222001 BCH 0.19222001 BCH min 0.24945327 · max 1133000 swap on CCE.cash →
3 FixedFloat D priv 45trust 67
0/1 KYC-free
1 LTC = 0.192141 BCH 0.192141 BCH min 0.02288 · max 46.84053 swap on notkyc swap on FixedFloat →
4 Baltex D priv 40trust 65 1 LTC = 0.19135267 BCH 0.19135267 BCH min 0.00181982 swap on Baltex →
5 ChangeHero D priv 43trust 72 1 LTC = 0.1906477 BCH 0.1906477 BCH min 0.22988 swap on ChangeHero →
6 PegasusSwap A+ priv 95trust 94
2/2 KYC-free
1 LTC = 0.19058736 BCH 0.19058736 BCH min 0.23212529 · max 761.66972917 swap on notkyc swap on PegasusSwap →
7 StealthEX C priv 49trust 79
5/5 KYC-free
1 LTC = 0.189612 BCH 0.189612 BCH min 0.0018009 swap on notkyc swap on StealthEX →
8 SideShift C priv 48trust 78 1 LTC = 0.18947965 BCH 0.18947965 BCH min 0.06798097 · max 481.37608421 swap on SideShift →
9 XMRS C priv 61trust 71
6/6 KYC-free
1 LTC = 0.1894 BCH 0.1894 BCH min 2.2665 · max 22665.4578 swap on notkyc swap on XMRS →
10 GhostSwap C priv 65trust 60
3/4 KYC-free
1 LTC = 0.18781995 BCH 0.18781995 BCH min 0.68029028 · max 1358.06763665 swap on notkyc swap on GhostSwap →
OctoSwap BEST A
Rate1 LTC = 0.193221 BCH
You receive0.193221 BCH
Limitsmin 158.658205 · max 27198.549411 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.19222001 BCH
You receive0.19222001 BCH
Limitsmin 0.24945327 · max 1133000 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.192141 BCH
You receive0.192141 BCH
Limitsmin 0.02288 · max 46.84053 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.19135267 BCH
You receive0.19135267 BCH
Limitsmin 0.00181982 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.1906477 BCH
You receive0.1906477 BCH
Limitsmin 0.22988 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.19058736 BCH
You receive0.19058736 BCH
Limitsmin 0.23212529 · max 761.66972917 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.189612 BCH
You receive0.189612 BCH
Limitsmin 0.0018009 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.18947965 BCH
You receive0.18947965 BCH
Limitsmin 0.06798097 · max 481.37608421 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.1894 BCH
You receive0.1894 BCH
Limitsmin 2.2665 · max 22665.4578 LTC
Rate1 LTC = 0.18781995 BCH
You receive0.18781995 BCH
Limitsmin 0.68029028 · max 1358.06763665 LTC

Swapping LTC to BCH is a common move between two of Bitcoin's earliest forks - both proof-of-work, both with fast and cheap on-chain settlement. Holders typically rotate from Litecoin into Bitcoin Cash to access BCH-native tools like CashTokens, SLP assets, or the larger 32MB block capacity for high-volume payments. Doing it without KYC keeps the swap pseudonymous end-to-end, with no account, no email verification, and no custody risk beyond the swap window.

// about this pair

Why LTC -> BCH specifically

Litecoin and Bitcoin Cash share a near-identical UTXO model inherited from Bitcoin, but the use cases diverge. LTC blocks confirm every 2.5 minutes with sub-cent fees and optional MWEB confidentiality. BCH targets 10-minute blocks but ships 32MB capacity, CashTokens (native fungible/non-fungible tokens as of the May 2023 upgrade), and a larger merchant-payments footprint. People moving LTC into BCH are usually doing one of three things: funding a CashTokens or SLP position, settling into BCH for point-of-sale or remittance flows, or rebalancing between two PoW forks without touching a centralized exchange.

Liquidity for this pair is moderate. Both assets are listed nearly everywhere, so quoted rates across aggregated providers tend to cluster within 0.3-0.8 percent of mid-market. Spreads widen on amounts above ~50 LTC where some providers route through BTC as an intermediary leg.

What to check before you swap

  • Network match: send native LTC on the Litecoin chain and receive native BCH on the Bitcoin Cash chain. Do not confuse BCH with wrapped variants (BCH-BEP20, etc.) - the address formats differ and funds are not recoverable across chains.
  • Address format: BCH uses the CashAddr format (prefix 'bitcoincash:') as well as legacy P2PKH. Most providers accept both; verify before sending.
  • Rate-lock window: floating rates re-quote at execution and usually fill better; fixed rates lock a number but charge a wider spread for the guarantee.
  • Min/max bounds: LTC -> BCH minimums typically sit around 0.1-0.2 LTC; very small swaps get eaten by network fees on both legs.
  • Refund address: always provide one. If the deposit arrives outside the rate window or below minimum, that's where funds return.

Practical tips: confirm the LTC tx with at least 2-3 confirmations before expecting payout (most aggregators wait automatically), avoid swapping during high-volatility candles if you took a fixed rate, and verify the BCH receive address character-by-character - CashAddr checksums catch typos but legacy format does not.

// FAQ
Do LTC and BCH share the same address format?
No. Litecoin uses addresses starting with 'L', 'M', or 'ltc1' (bech32). Bitcoin Cash uses CashAddr ('bitcoincash:q...' or 'bitcoincash:p...') or legacy format starting with '1' or '3'. They are separate chains with separate UTXO sets - sending LTC to a BCH address or vice versa results in permanent loss unless the receiving service explicitly supports cross-chain recovery.
How long does an LTC to BCH swap take end-to-end?
Typically 10-25 minutes. Litecoin produces a block roughly every 2.5 minutes; most providers wait for 2-3 LTC confirmations (around 6-8 minutes) before broadcasting the BCH payout. BCH then needs one confirmation (~10 minutes average) for the receiver to see it as final. Network congestion on either side can extend this.
Why would I swap LTC for BCH instead of holding LTC?
Common reasons: accessing CashTokens or SLP token ecosystems that only exist on BCH, settling into BCH for merchant payments where it has stronger adoption, taking exposure to BCH's 32MB block roadmap, or rebalancing between two Bitcoin forks without going through a stablecoin or fiat leg.
Are floating or fixed rates better for this pair?
Floating rates usually win on net for LTC -> BCH because both assets are liquid and correlated to BTC, so re-quote drift is small. Fixed rates make sense if you are swapping a large amount and want certainty, or if you expect adverse movement during the confirmation window. Expect 0.4-1.0 percent extra spread on fixed quotes.
Is no-KYC swapping legal for LTC to BCH?
Non-custodial swaps between two transparent PoW chains are not restricted in most jurisdictions - both LTC and BCH have public ledgers and neither is classified as a privacy coin. KYC requirements depend on the service operator and your local rules, not on the asset pair itself. Aggregator-routed swaps simply remove the account-creation step.
What happens if my LTC deposit arrives below the minimum?
The swap fails and funds route to the refund address you provided at quote time. This is why every aggregator asks for one before generating the deposit address. Without a refund address, recovery depends on the provider's manual support process. Always double-check the displayed minimum before sending - it varies by provider and updates with LTC price.
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