Zcash (ZEC) to Tether (USDT Optimism): Rate, Chart and Comparison

Live Zcash to Tether rate, converter, price history, volatility and a side-by-side comparison of both coins. Ready to swap? Open the exchange form.

Rate updated: Sep 21, 2026, 20:38

Minimum: 0.133378 ZEC ≈ $198.23
Receiving network: Optimism
24h rate change: +2.3%

You send

ZEC

You get 1,489.51

USDT Optimism

Go to exchange

Rate: 1 ZEC = 1,489.51 USDT Optimism
Minimum: 0.133378 ZEC
Maximum: 6,730 ZEC

The amount you get is estimated at the current rate.

Right now Crystal-Trade gives 1,489.51 USDT Optimism for 1 ZEC, and 1 USDT Optimism equals 0.00067136 ZEC. According to market data, the ZEC to USDT Optimism rate rose by 2.3% over the last 24 hours. Over the week it rose by 31.64%.

Over the last 7 days the rate moved between 1,116.31 and 1,575.97 USDT Optimism — a range of 41.18%. You can exchange from 0.133378 to 6,730 ZEC. That is roughly $198.23 or more.

USDT is sent to your address on the Optimism network, so make sure you provide an address on that network. By market cap, Zcash ranks #9 ($25.18 B) and Tether ranks #3 ($183.38 B). The correlation of daily ZEC and USDT price changes over the last 90 days is 0.08 (weak).

Why exchange ZEC to USDT Optimism

Protection from volatilityOver the last 30 days ZEC changed by +108.13%. USDT is pegged to the dollar, so after the swap your funds no longer depend on the ZEC price.
Easy to switch backThe USDT Optimism → ZEC direction is also available, so you can move back to ZEC if needed.

How much is 1 ZEC in USDT Optimism today

1 ZEC = 1,489.51 USDT Optimism

1 USDT Optimism = 0.00067136 ZEC

How much USDT Optimism you get for ZEC

ZEC	USDT Optimism
0.2	297.9029
0.5	744.7572
2	2,979.03
5	7,447.57
20	29,790.29
50	74,475.72

How much ZEC you need to get USDT Optimism

USDT Optimism	ZEC
200	0.134272
1,000	0.67136
2,000	1.3427
10,000	6.7136
20,000	13.4272
100,000	67.136

Which network to receive USDT on

USDT for ZEC can be received on different networks: rates and minimums differ, and the network fee depends on the blockchain.

Network	Rate per 1 ZEC	Minimum	Network fee	Speed
TRON (TRC20)	1,485.04	0.39073 ZEC	≈ $2.4	fast
Solana	1,485.04	0.39073 ZEC	≈ $0.00059	fast
Polygon	1,485.04	0.39073 ZEC	≈ $0.002	fast
TON	1,485.04	0.39073 ZEC	low	fast
BNB Smart Chain (BEP20)	1,485.04	0.39073 ZEC	≈ $0.0026	fast
Ethereum (ERC20)	1,485.04	0.39073 ZEC	≈ $0.085	moderate
Arbitrum One	1,485.04	0.39073 ZEC	≈ $0.0038	fast
Optimism this page	1,489.51	0.133378 ZEC	≈ $0.00021	fast

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ZEC to USDT Optimism rate chart

7 days30 days90 days1 year

high 1,575.97 USDT Optimismlow 1,116.31 USDT Optimism

Sep 14, 2026, 20:40Sep 21, 2026, 20:40

high 1,562 USDT Optimismlow 733.5942 USDT Optimism

Aug 22, 2026, 03:00Sep 21, 2026, 03:00

high 1,562 USDT Optimismlow 376.4454 USDT Optimism

Jun 23, 2026, 03:00Sep 21, 2026, 03:00

high 1,562 USDT Optimismlow 48.5412 USDT Optimism

Sep 22, 2025, 03:00Sep 21, 2026, 03:00

24 hours: +2.3%
7 days: +31.64%
7-day high: 1,575.97 USDT Optimism
7-day low: 1,116.31 USDT Optimism
Range: 41.18%

CoinGecko market data as of Sep 21, 2026, 20:36. The exchange rate may differ from the market rate. How we calculate the data

ZEC/USDT Optimism volatility and changes

Period	High	Low	Average	Change
24 hours	1,538.95	1,444.06	1,509.69	+2.3%
7 days	1,575.97	1,116.31	1,379.47	+31.64%
30 days	1,562	733.5942	1,046.66	+108.15%
90 days	1,562	376.4454	676.8398	+245.3%

Values are in USDT Optimism per 1 unit of the currency you send, based on market data.

ZEC to USDT Optimism rate over the last 7 days

Date	Daily close	Daily change
Sep 21, 2026	1,526.96 USDT Optimism	+3.86%
Sep 20, 2026	1,470.27 USDT Optimism	−5.87%
Sep 19, 2026	1,562 USDT Optimism	+6.43%
Sep 18, 2026	1,467.67 USDT Optimism	+9.83%
Sep 17, 2026	1,336.37 USDT Optimism	+20.32%
Sep 16, 2026	1,110.69 USDT Optimism	−4.57%
Sep 15, 2026	1,163.85 USDT Optimism	+9.46%

ZEC and USDT market data

Zcash ZEC

Price: $1,486.22
24h change: +2.32%
7d change: +31.76%
Market cap: $25.18 B
24h volume: $1.41 B
Market cap rank: #9
Circulating supply: 16.94 M ZEC
All-time high: $3,191.93

Tether USDT

Price: $0.999948
24h change: +0.02%
7d change: +0.03%
Market cap: $183.38 B
24h volume: $95.44 B
Market cap rank: #3
Circulating supply: 183.38 B USDT
All-time high: $1.32

CoinGecko data as of Sep 21, 2026, 20:36.

Zcash vs Tether

	Zcash (ZEC)	Tether (USDT)
Ticker	ZEC	USDT
Type	native blockchain coin	token
Launched	2016	2014
Created by	Zooko Wilcox-O'Hearn	Tether Limited
Consensus	Proof of Work (Equihash)	—
Block time	~1.3 min	—
Max supply	21 M ZEC	no cap
Transaction privacy	optional	—
Circulating supply	16.94 M ZEC	183.38 B USDT
Market cap	$25.18 B	$183.38 B
Market cap rank	#9	#3
Network	—	Optimism
Network fee paid in	—	ETH

90-day correlation of daily ZEC and USDT price changes: 0.08 — weak.

What to know about Zcash and Tether

Zcash (ZEC)

Zcash (ZEC) is a cryptocurrency launched in 2016 by the team led by Zooko Wilcox-O'Hearn. It was the first widely used coin to apply zero-knowledge proofs, allowing transactions that are verified without revealing their details.

Sending and receiving ZEC

Transparent addresses start with t1, while unified and shielded addresses start with u1 or zs. Many exchanges accept only transparent addresses, so check which type the recipient supports before sending.

Tether (USDT)

Tether (USDT) is the largest stablecoin: a token designed to stay at one US dollar. It was launched in 2014 by Tether Limited, which issues USDT against reserves that consist mostly of cash equivalents and short-term US Treasury bills.

What Tether is used for

USDT is used to park funds without price volatility, to settle trades, to move dollars across borders and to pay for services. It is the most traded asset in crypto and the most common way to lock in profits after selling other coins.

Optimism network

Optimism is an Ethereum layer-2 network. Addresses use the Ethereum format and fees are paid in ETH at a fraction of mainnet cost.

How to exchange Zcash to Tether

Enter the ZEC amount in the calculator (minimum 0.133378 ZEC) and click “Go to exchange”.
Enter your USDT wallet address on the Optimism network and your contact details.
Send exactly the specified amount of ZEC on the Zcash network to the details shown in the order.
Once the transfer is confirmed, Tether is sent to your address. You can track the order on its status page.

Exchange ZEC to USDT Optimism

What to check before exchanging ZEC to USDT Optimism

The recipient address must be on the Optimism network: funds sent on another network may be lost.
The amount sent must be at least 0.133378 ZEC.
Copy the whole address and check the first and last characters after pasting.
Funds go through an AML check; high-risk transfers may be held until the check is complete.

ZEC to USDT Optimism exchange FAQ

How much is 1 ZEC in USDT Optimism today?

As of Sep 21, 2026, 20:38, the exchange rate is 1 ZEC = 1,489.51 USDT Optimism. It updates automatically; the calculator always shows the latest value. At market prices that is about $1,489.44.

What are the minimum and maximum amounts for ZEC to USDT Optimism?

The minimum is 0.133378 ZEC and the maximum is 6,730 ZEC. The minimum is roughly $198.23.

Why is there a minimum amount for ZEC to USDT Optimism?

The minimum (0.133378 ZEC) keeps network fees and order processing from eating a noticeable share of the exchange. Double-check the amount before sending.

Are there extra fees when exchanging ZEC to USDT Optimism?

The amount you get is calculated at the exchange rate shown in the calculator. The network fee for sending ZEC is paid by the sender and depends on the wallet and network load.

How long does a ZEC to USDT Optimism exchange take?

The order is processed once the ZEC transfer gets the required number of confirmations on the Zcash network. Timing depends on network load. A new block on Zcash arrives roughly every 1.3 min.

Which network will I receive USDT Optimism on?

USDT is sent on the Optimism network. Make sure the recipient address supports this network.

Which network is cheapest to receive USDT?

The lowest network fees are usually on USDT SOL, USDT Polygon, USDT TON, USDT BEP20, USDT Arbitrum, USDT Optimism. Choose a network supported by the recipient’s wallet or exchange.

What happens if the rate changes during the exchange?

The final amount is set in the order when it is created. If the payment arrives after the order expires or in a different amount, it may be recalculated at the current rate, so send the exact amount without delay.

How has the ZEC to USDT Optimism rate changed over the last month?

Over 30 days the rate rose by 108.15%: low 733.5942, high 1,562, average 1,046.66 USDT Optimism per 1 ZEC.

Can a ZEC to USDT Optimism exchange be traced?

Transfers on public blockchains are visible in block explorers. Privacy coins hide transaction details: Monero does it by default, Zcash and Dash optionally.

Do I need to register to exchange ZEC to USDT Optimism?

No, you only need to enter the receiving details and contact information in the order.

Can I exchange USDT Optimism back to ZEC?

Yes, the reverse direction is available: 1 USDT Optimism = 0.000675432 ZEC. The link is below the calculator.