Zcash Halving Countdown
Hashrate
28.88 GSol/s
Difficulty
263,308,275
Block reward
0.7813 ZEC
Block time
75s
Height
3,529,778
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Estimated date: May 29, 2028
· 670,222 blocks remaining
Current reward
0.7813 ZEC
Next reward
0.3906 ZEC
Blocks remaining
670,222
Halving block
4,200,000
Block 3,360,000
Block 4,200,000
20.2% complete · Block 3,529,778
Zcash Halving History
| Halving | Height | Block reward |
|---|---|---|
| Genesis | 0 | 12.5000 ZEC |
| #1 | 840,000 | 6.2500 ZEC |
| #2 | 1,680,000 | 3.1250 ZEC |
| #3 | 2,520,000 | 1.5625 ZEC |
| #4 | 3,360,000 | 0.7813 ZEC |
| #5 | 4,200,000 | 0.3906 ZEC |
| #5 | 4,200,000 | 0.3906 ZEC |
What is the Zcash Halving?
The Zcash halving is a pre-programmed event that cuts the block reward miners receive by 50%. It occurs every 840,000 blocks — roughly every 4 years.
This mechanism controls Zcash's inflation rate. By reducing the rate at which new coins are created, it ensures a predictable, declining supply schedule.
For miners, the halving means earning 50%% fewer coins for the same computational work. Less efficient hardware may become unprofitable. However, halvings have historically preceded significant price appreciation.
FAQ
About the Zcash halving
What is the Zcash halving?
The Zcash halving is a pre-programmed event that reduces the block reward miners receive by 50%. It occurs every 840,000 blocks. This mechanism controls Zcash's inflation rate and limits the total supply.
When is the next Zcash halving?
The next Zcash halving is estimated around May 2028 at block height 4,200,000. The block reward will drop from 0.7813 to 0.3906 ZEC.
How does the halving affect mining profitability?
The halving cuts miners' block reward income in half while mining costs remain the same. Less efficient hardware may become unprofitable. However, halvings have historically preceded price increases that can offset the reduced rewards.
