How do I connect my Bitcoin Cash account to CoinTracker?
To add your Bitcoin Cash transactions to CoinTracker:
Download the CSV export of your transactions from Bitcoin Cash
Reformat those transactions into our CoinTracker CSV format (see our support guide here)
Import your CSV export to CoinTracker here
How to find your Bitcoin Cash public address
Your Bitcoin Cash (BCH) public address is used to receive or track your BCH funds.
Mobile wallets (e.g., Trust Wallet, Exodus, Bitcoin.com Wallet):
Open your wallet app.
Select your Bitcoin Cash (BCH) account.
Tap Receive.
Copy your address—it typically starts with q, p, or bitcoincash:.
Hardware wallets (e.g., Ledger, Trezor):
Connect your device and open the Bitcoin Cash app.
In the companion software (Ledger Live, Trezor Suite), click Receive.
Copy the displayed BCH address (starts with "bitcoincash:" or "q").
Desktop wallets (e.g., Electron Cash, Exodus):
Open your wallet software.
Select Receive or Addresses.
Copy the address shown for your BCH account.
You can safely share your public address for deposits or tracking—but never share your private key or recovery phrase.
How are Bitcoin Cash transactions taxed?
Bitcoin Cash (BCH) is treated as property for tax purposes, similar to Bitcoin. Tax obligations depend on your type of transaction:
Buying BCH with fiat (USD, MXN, etc.) – Not taxable; establishes your cost basis.
Selling BCH for fiat – Taxable capital gain/loss = sale proceeds − cost basis.
Trading BCH for another cryptocurrency – Taxable disposal of BCH; the received asset's value becomes your new cost basis.
Spending BCH on goods or services – Taxable, as it's treated as selling crypto.
Mining BCH – Ordinary income at fair market value when mined; later sale = capital gain/loss.
Receiving BCH as payment – Taxable income at the time of receipt.
Transferring BCH between your own wallets – Non-taxable, but should be tracked for cost basis accuracy.
Transaction fees – May be deductible or added to basis depending on transaction type.
CoinTracker classifies your BCH transactions automatically, applies accurate cost basis accounting (FIFO, HIFO, etc.), and calculates income and gains for complete tax compliance.
Can the IRS track Bitcoin Cash?
Yes. Bitcoin Cash is a public blockchain, and all BCH transactions are transparent and traceable. The IRS and other tax agencies can:
Use blockchain analytics to identify wallet activity.
Receive 1099 reports from exchanges and custodians that support BCH.
Link wallet addresses to verified user accounts on KYC-compliant platforms.
By syncing your Bitcoin Cash wallet with CoinTracker, you ensure all activity is accurately tracked and reported for full compliance.