An educational overview of non-custodial exchange options for acquiring Monero. This page demonstrates widget integration for informational purposes only.
Your keys, your coins. ChangeNOW never holds your funds - swaps happen directly between your wallets.
Average exchange time is 2 minutes. Enter your Monero address, send BTC, receive XMR.
No account needed for most swaps. Just enter addresses and swap. Simple as that.
Both methods are legitimate ways to acquire Monero. Here's what happens behind the scenes.
After major exchange delistings (Binance, Kraken EEA), instant swaps became the primary on-ramp for Monero.
Wagyu routes through Hyperliquid's decentralized orderbook rather than operating as a traditional swap service. This means no centralized entity accumulating and selling XMR fees.
Both methods work. This is simply additional context for users who want to understand market dynamics.
⚠️ Important: Both ChangeNOW and Wagyu are legitimate services for acquiring Monero. The information above is educational — illustrating market mechanics, not endorsing one over another. Choose based on your needs: availability, convenience, fees, and personal preferences.
| Feature | ChangeNOW | Wagyu |
|---|---|---|
| KYC Required | ✓ Usually No | ✓ No |
| US Available | ✓ Yes | ✗ Blocked |
| Supported Assets | 1,200+ cryptocurrencies | XMR + EVM tokens |
| Minimum Swap | ~$2 equivalent | $20-25 depending on route |
| Infrastructure | Centralized aggregator | Decentralized (Hyperliquid) |
| Embeddable Widget | ✓ Yes | ✗ API Only |
| XMR Confirmations | 10 blocks | 20 blocks |
| Fiat On-Ramp | ✓ Available | ✗ Crypto only |
| Best For | General swaps, beginners | Privacy maximalists, DeFi |
Monero (XMR) is the only major cryptocurrency with privacy by default. Ring signatures, stealth addresses, and RingCT ensure your transactions are truly private.
When acquiring Monero, follow these guidelines to maximize your privacy: