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Zcash
Zcash is encrypted electronic cash and a decentralized cryptocurrency protocol for private peer-to-peer payments. It uses zero-knowledge encryption and is available through digital wallets and exchanges.
Distributed
Current stage: Seed25 current maintainers20 active leads9 new active leads2 lead step-downs3 lead movements1 early lead departure
Maintainer signals as of Aug 10, 2026
Description
Zcash is a decentralized protocol providing encrypted electronic cash for private peer-to-peer payments. It uses end-to-end, zero-knowledge encryption to protect transaction privacy, supports private messages attached to transactions, and emphasizes fast, low-fee payments. Its ecosystem provides resources for users, developers, wallets, exchanges, and community participation.Grant Funding
VC Funding
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2016
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$1M