$388.80
USD · 41 minutes ago
Zcash Halving Countdown
ZEC
Zcash Halving Countdown
ZEC
$388.80
USD · 41 minutes ago
Hashrate
13.39 GH/s
Difficulty
128,978,507
Block reward
1.5625 ZEC
Block time
75s
Height
3,328,909
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Estimated date: May 30, 2026
· 31,091 blocks remaining
Current reward
1.5625 ZEC
Next reward
0.7813 ZEC
Blocks remaining
31,091
Halving block
3,360,000
Block 2,520,000
Block 3,360,000
96.3% complete · Block 3,328,909
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 |
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 2026 at block height 3,360,000. The block reward will drop from 1.5625 to 0.7813 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.