Exchange Bitcoin to Bitcoin CashBTC to BCH Fork Exchange
Original vision realized • Fast payments • Complete in 5-10 minutes
BTC
Bitcoin
≈ $43,250.00 USD
BCH
Bitcoin Cash
≈ $43,035.00 USD
Exchange Rate
1 BTC = 173 BCH
Processing Time
~5-10 min
Network Fee
~$0.01
Service Fee
0.5%
BTC to Bitcoin Cash Exchange - The Original Vision Restored
Converting Bitcoin (BTC) to Bitcoin Cash (BCH) represents a philosophical and practical shift back to Satoshi Nakamoto's original vision of peer-to-peer electronic cash. Whether you're seeking faster transactions, lower fees, or supporting the scaling approach through bigger blocks, our BTC to BCH exchange service provides the fastest and most private bridge between these two major Bitcoin implementations.
The current BTC to BCH exchange rate is 1 Bitcoin = 173 Bitcoin Cash, reflecting the market valuation difference since the 2017 fork. When you exchange Bitcoin to Bitcoin Cash, you're choosing practical usability over store of value, with BCH offering transaction fees under $0.01 and confirmation times that actually work for daily payments.
Why Exchange Bitcoin for Bitcoin Cash?
💸Minimal Transaction Fees
BCH transactions cost less than $0.01 compared to Bitcoin's $5-20+ fees. Send any amount globally for pennies, making microtransactions and daily payments actually viable.
⚡Reliable Confirmations
With 32MB blocks, BCH never experiences congestion. Transactions confirm reliably in the next block, unlike BTC where you might wait hours during busy periods.
🛍️Merchant Adoption
BCH is accepted by thousands of merchants worldwide who value instant, cheap transactions. Perfect for actual commerce rather than just holding as digital gold.
📊On-Chain Scaling
BCH scales directly on-chain without complex Layer 2 solutions. Simple, proven technology that works today, not promises of future Lightning Network adoption.
BTC to BCH Exchange Process
Our streamlined process makes exchanging Bitcoin to Bitcoin Cash simple and secure:
- 1
Enter Exchange Amount
Specify how much Bitcoin you want to convert to BCH. Our calculator shows the exact BCH amount you'll receive.
- 2
Provide BCH Address
Enter your Bitcoin Cash wallet address. Compatible with all BCH wallets including Bitcoin.com, Electron Cash, and hardware wallets.
- 3
Send Bitcoin
Transfer your BTC to our secure exchange address. We begin processing after 1 confirmation (about 10 minutes).
- 4
Receive Bitcoin Cash
Your BCH arrives quickly thanks to fast block times and no network congestion. Ready for spending immediately.
The Fork That Divided Bitcoin: BTC vs BCH
Historical Context
Bitcoin Cash emerged from the August 2017 hard fork when the Bitcoin community couldn't agree on scaling solutions. While BTC pursued off-chain scaling through Lightning Network, BCH increased block size to 32MB, allowing more transactions per block. This fundamental difference reflects competing visions: BTC as digital gold versus BCH as electronic cash for daily use.
Practical Differences Today
Bitcoin (BTC) excels as a store of value with maximum security and institutional adoption but suffers from high fees and slow confirmations during congestion. Bitcoin Cash (BCH) provides reliable, fast, and cheap transactions ideal for payments but has lower hash rate and less widespread adoption. Many users hold both: BTC for long-term value storage and BCH for actual transactions.
Use Case Optimization
Converting BTC to BCH makes sense when you need to actually use cryptocurrency for payments, remittances, or commerce. BCH's low fees enable use cases impossible on BTC: tipping content creators, international micropayments, point-of-sale transactions, and high-volume business payments. It's about choosing the right tool for your specific needs.
BTC to BCH Exchange Rate Calculator
Popular BTC to BCH Amounts
Bitcoin Cash Advantages
$0.01 Transaction Fee
500x cheaper than BTC
32MB Blocks
32x BTC capacity
0-Conf Payments
Instant for small amounts
Simple Scaling
No complex Layer 2 needed
Frequently Asked Questions - BTC to BCH Exchange
How long does it take to exchange Bitcoin to Bitcoin Cash?
The BTC to BCH exchange typically takes 5-10 minutes total. Bitcoin requires 1 confirmation (about 10 minutes), after which we immediately send your Bitcoin Cash. BCH transactions confirm quickly thanks to larger blocks and no network congestion, so your coins arrive reliably in the next block.
What is the minimum amount for BTC to BCH exchange?
The minimum amount to exchange Bitcoin to Bitcoin Cash is 0.001 BTC (approximately 0.173 BCH). This low minimum makes it accessible for all users. There's no maximum limit - you can exchange any amount of BTC to BCH, whether diversifying holdings or moving to a more payment-friendly cryptocurrency.
Why convert Bitcoin to Bitcoin Cash?
Converting BTC to BCH provides practical payment functionality with fees under $0.01, fast reliable confirmations, merchant acceptance, and the ability to actually use cryptocurrency for daily transactions. BCH fulfills the original Bitcoin whitepaper vision of peer-to-peer electronic cash.
Is Bitcoin Cash the real Bitcoin?
This is a philosophical debate in the crypto community. BCH proponents argue it maintains the original Bitcoin vision of electronic cash with on-chain scaling. BTC supporters view it as the legitimate chain with maximum security and adoption. Both are technically Bitcoin forks - the market has chosen BTC as "Bitcoin" while BCH offers practical payment functionality.
Can I use the same wallet for BTC and BCH?
No, despite sharing origins, BTC and BCH require separate wallets and addresses due to the 2017 fork. However, many wallets support both currencies (like Exodus, Atomic, or hardware wallets). Always ensure you're using the correct BCH address when exchanging - sending to a BTC address will result in loss of funds.
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