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Colorado · Updated 04.12.26

Privacy coins in Colorado

In Colorado you can buy Zcash on all the major US exchanges. Monero is generally not available on regulated US platforms. Colorado is one of the more progressive US states on crypto: it was the first to let residents pay state taxes and fees in crypto, and the Colorado Digital Token Act offers limited securities-law exemptions for certain tokens. Starting in 2026 the state aligns with new federal IRS 1099-DA cost-basis reporting rules.

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Your two options

Zcash (ZEC)
Available on local exchanges

Yes, you can buy Zcash in Colorado.

Read the Zcash guide >
Monero (XMR)
Limited availability

Monero is generally not available to Colorado residents through regulated US exchanges.

Read the Monero guide >

What to know

Starting in 2026, Colorado is fully aligning with federal IRS rules for 1099-DA cost-basis reporting. If you trade here, your tax reporting will be more detailed and automated than in previous years.

Regulatory detail

Federal US rules apply. Colorado Digital Token Act active. State-level tax payments in crypto enabled.