Exchange in 3 steps
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Set the BTC amount and paste your USD Coin payout address on ERC-20 on Ethereum.
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Create the order to lock the quote and see the deposit address.
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Send BTC to that deposit. After confirmations, USDC is paid to your wallet.
Before you broadcast
- One on-chain confirmation is usually enough before your payout leg starts.
- BTC confirmation time depends on mempool congestion and the fee you paid.
- SegWit deposit addresses keep fees lower. If your wallet cannot send to SegWit, contact support before sending.
- USDC not visible yet? Wait a few minutes, resync your wallet, then contact support with your order ID if the payout tx is already listed.
Bitcoin — the original digital asset
Since 2009, Bitcoin has been the benchmark cryptocurrency — deep liquidity, wide recognition, and the default on-ramp for cross-chain swaps.
Before you send BTC
- Confirm your wallet can send to SegWit (bc1…) addresses.
- Leave enough for a network fee — low fees mean slower confirmation.
- Send only BTC on Bitcoin mainnet to the address on your order page.
How long until Bitcoin confirms?
Block times vary with network load and your chosen fee.
- Use mempool.space or similar tools to check whether your fee is competitive.
- Explorers show queue position — compare against pending transaction volume.
- Average block interval is ~10 minutes, but longer gaps happen.
Why traders move BTC to other chains
Bitcoin offers deep liquidity and wide recognition — many swaps start with BTC as the funding asset.
Moving into Ethereum, stablecoins, or alt L1s lets you access DeFi, payments, or portfolio diversification without a custodial account.
USD Coin — regulated dollar stablecoin
USDC on Ethereum mainnet is a widely trusted stablecoin for DeFi and transfers — always use ERC-20 on Ethereum unless stated otherwise.
USDC not credited?
Verify your wallet is on Ethereum mainnet and the token contract matches official USDC on Ethereum.
When will USDC arrive?
ERC-20 USDC payouts follow Ethereum block times — usually minutes after your deposit confirms.
- Confirm your wallet is set to Ethereum mainnet, not Polygon, Base, or another L2.
- Add the official USDC token contract in your wallet if the balance does not appear automatically.
- Check the payout tx hash on Etherscan if your wallet shows no incoming transfer.
Why traders swap into USDC
USDC is widely used in DeFi and on exchanges that prefer a regulated dollar stablecoin.
On Ethereum mainnet it pairs naturally with ETH gas and most ERC-20 trading pairs.
Before you swap
Avoid wrong-network deposits and address format mistakes — read these guides first.
Coin swap hubs
More no-KYC swap pairs and guides for each asset.
Frequently asked questions
Is identity verification required to trade BTC for USDC?
No. HideSwap operates as an anonymous no-KYC crypto exchange — no profile, no ID upload, and no funded account for Bitcoin → USD Coin.
How long is a BTC → USDC order?
Typical completion is a few minutes. Bitcoin mainnet and ERC-20 on Ethereum confirmation times set the pace.
Do you custody BTC or USDC?
No. You send BTC yourself and USDC is paid to the address you enter — HideSwap does not keep a wallet balance for you.
What if I pick the wrong BTC network?
Match the network printed on the order (Bitcoin mainnet). A mismatch can strand the deposit — check the swap safety notes first.