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Zcash (ZEC)

$556 ▲ 10.31%

Explore the unique features of Zcash, a cryptocurrency with a market capitalization of $9,359,986,373, a 24-hour trading volume of $706,158,049, and a circulating supply of 16,829,007 ZEC. Ranked #11 by market cap, with price changes of 0.80% (1h), 10.31% (24h) and 12.00% (7d). Officially launched on October 28, 2016.

Zcash is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that uses trustless zero-knowledge proofs to enable fully encrypted transactions while maintaining blockchain transparency and security. It was the first cryptocurrency to implement zero-knowledge encryption for private peer-to-peer payments, addressing the fundamental privacy gap in traditional cryptocurrencies that expose transaction details publicly. With a fixed supply of 21 million ZEC and a halving schedule similar to Bitcoin, Zcash allows users to prove transactions are valid…

Market cap
$9.36B
▲ 10.31% (24h)
24h volume
$706.16M
634 pairs
Circulating
$16.83M ZEC
of $21.00M max
Rank
#11
▲ 0.80% (1h)
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Information about Zcash

  • NameZcash
  • SymbolZEC
  • Price$556
  • Market capitalization$9,359,986,373
  • 24h volume$706,158,049
  • Circulating supply16,829,007
  • Total supply16,829,007
  • Max supply21,000,000
  • Market pairs634
  • 1h change0.80%
  • 24h change10.31%
  • 7d change12.00%
  • CoinMarketCap rank#11
  • Genesis dateOct 28, 2016

Last updated: August 20, 2026

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Zcash: investor sentiment & ecosystem

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Zcash — frequently asked questions

What is Zcash (ZEC)?

Zcash is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency that uses trustless zero-knowledge proofs to enable fully encrypted transactions while maintaining blockchain transparency and security. It was the first cryptocurrency to implement zero-knowledge encryption for private peer-to-peer payments, addressing the fundamental privacy gap in traditional cryptocurrencies that expose transaction…

What is the current price of Zcash?

As of August 20, 2026, Zcash trades at $556, with a 24-hour change of 10.31%.

Where can I buy Zcash?

Zcash can be bought on major cryptocurrency exchanges. Compare fees and security in our exchange reviews before buying.

This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice. Cryptocurrencies are volatile and high-risk — always do your own research (DYOR) and never invest more than you can afford to lose.

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