Tunnel in 3 steps
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Choose how much USDC to send and paste the Monero address that should receive funds on Monero mainnet.
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Open the order to freeze the quote and reveal a one-time deposit destination.
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Broadcast USDC to that destination. Once confirmations clear, XMR is pushed to your payout wallet.
Before you broadcast
- ERC-20 USDC follows Ethereum confirmation times.
- Send USDC on Ethereum mainnet only for this route — not Polygon, Base, or Solana USDC.
- Leave ETH in your wallet for gas when sending USDC.
- Still waiting on XMR? Give the wallet a few minutes to sync, then share your Exchange ID with support if the order already lists a payout hash.
USD Coin — regulated dollar stablecoin
USDC on Ethereum mainnet is a widely trusted stablecoin for DeFi and transfers — always use ERC-20 on Ethereum unless stated otherwise.
USDC on Ethereum mainnet
Use an ERC-20 compatible Ethereum address. L2 USDC is a different asset on-chain.
Gas fees apply to token transfers — ensure sufficient ETH balance.
Monero — private by default
Monero uses ring signatures and one-time addresses so amounts and addresses stay confidential on-chain.
XMR not visible yet?
Wait for wallet sync to complete — Monero often needs several minutes to reflect incoming outputs.
If the order lists a payout tx but your synced wallet shows nothing, contact support.
Receiving XMR privately
Monero payouts use one-time addresses — your wallet must finish scanning recent blocks to display the balance.
- Use a fresh subaddress for each swap rather than reusing old receive addresses.
- Compare your wallet block height with a public explorer before assuming a payout failed.
- Allow extra time after the order shows sent — privacy features can delay wallet display.
Before you swap
Avoid wrong-network deposits and address format mistakes — read these guides first.
Coin swap hubs
More no-KYC swap pairs and guides for each asset.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need KYC to swap USDC for XMR on TunnelSwap?
No. TunnelSwap is an anonymous no-KYC, privacy-first exchange. There is no account, no ID upload, and no standing balance for USD Coin → Monero swaps.
How fast is a USDC → XMR swap?
Most routes settle within minutes. Final timing follows ERC-20 on Ethereum deposit confirmations and Monero mainnet payout speed.
Does TunnelSwap hold my USDC or XMR?
No. You fund the deposit from your wallet and XMR is sent straight to the address you paste — non-custodial, wallet to wallet.
What if I use the wrong network for USDC?
Only send on the network shown for the order (ERC-20 on Ethereum). Wrong-chain deposits can be unrecoverable — review the safety guides before you broadcast.