Swap LTC to BTC
Swap litecoin to bitcoin and get it in your own wallet.
Litecoin is fast and cheap to send, which makes this one of the smoother ways into BTC.
LTC to BTC at a glance
Two similar-looking chains with different addresses. That similarity is the trap.
| You send | LTC on the Litecoin network |
| You receive | BTC on the Bitcoin network |
| Deposit speed | About 2.5 minutes per Litecoin block, usually a few confirmations |
| Your BTC address | Starts with bc1, 1 or 3 |
| Memo or tag | Not needed |
| Our rate pick | Floating |
How to swap LTC to BTC
Enter the LTC amount
Check the minimum in the widget first.
Paste your BTC address
From your Bitcoin wallet or exchange. It should start with bc1, 1 or 3.
Send LTC
Send from a Litecoin wallet to the deposit address. The fee is usually tiny.
Receive BTC
Once your LTC confirms, BTC is sent out and confirms with the next Bitcoin blocks.
The mistake on this pair: Litecoin and Bitcoin addresses look alike
Litecoin addresses start with ltc1, L or M. Bitcoin addresses start with bc1, 1 or 3. In a hurry, they blur together.
The receive field must hold a Bitcoin address. If you paste your Litecoin address there, a good widget rejects it. If you’re copying from an exchange, double-check you’re on the BTC deposit page, not LTC.
Fixed or floating for LTC to BTC?
Floating is usually fine. Litecoin confirms in minutes and the two coins tend to move together, which softens the swing.
On a big BTC move day, switch to fixed.
LTC to BTC questions
Why use LTC to buy BTC?
Litecoin has low fees and blocks about every 2.5 minutes, so getting your deposit confirmed is quick and cheap.
How do I tell a Litecoin address from a Bitcoin one?
Litecoin addresses start with ltc1, L or M. Bitcoin addresses start with bc1, 1 or 3. The payout field needs the Bitcoin one.
How long does LTC to BTC take?
Usually 15 to 30 minutes. The LTC deposit is quick, and the BTC payout then confirms with the next Bitcoin blocks.
What fees do I pay?
The Litecoin network fee for your deposit, usually very small. The exchange fee is inside the rate.
Which wallets work?
Any Litecoin wallet or exchange can send. Litewallet, Exodus, Trust Wallet and hardware wallets all support LTC.
Is there a minimum?
Yes, shown in the widget. It changes with Bitcoin network fees.
Can I send LTC from an exchange?
Yes. Allow extra time for the exchange to process the withdrawal.
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Times, fees and minimums depend on network conditions and the exchange partner, and can change. Nothing here is financial advice. See our disclaimer.