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Ohio · Updated 04.12.26

Privacy coins in Ohio

In Ohio you can buy Zcash on all the major US exchanges. Monero is generally not available on regulated US platforms. Ohio follows the standard federal framework with state money transmitter licensing on top. A pending 2026 bill, the Bitcoin Reserve Act (SB 57), would let the state hold Bitcoin and accept crypto for taxes and fees, but it is not law yet.

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Your two options

Zcash (ZEC)
Available on local exchanges

Yes, you can buy Zcash in Ohio.

Read the Zcash guide >
Monero (XMR)
Limited availability

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

Read the Monero guide >

What to know

Ohio previously ran a business tax payment program in crypto but paused it. The 2026 Bitcoin Reserve Act would bring that back and open it to all residents. Worth watching if you live here, but not law yet.

Regulatory detail

Federal US rules apply. State money transmitter license required. SB 57 (Bitcoin Reserve Act) pending in 2026 session.