How do I connect my Ethereum Classic account to CoinTracker?
To add your Ethereum Classic transactions to CoinTracker:
Download the CSV export of your transactions from Ethereum Classic
Reformat those transactions into our CoinTracker CSV format (see our support guide here)
Import your CSV export to CoinTracker here
How to find your Ethereum Classic public address
Your Ethereum Classic public address is what you use to receive and track your ETC funds.
Mobile wallets (e.g., Trust Wallet, Exodus, Coinomi):
Open your wallet app.
Select Ethereum Classic (ETC) from your list of assets.
Tap Receive.
Copy the public address (starts with 0x...).
Browser wallets (e.g., MetaMask, ClassicMask):
Open the wallet extension.
Ensure you're connected to the Ethereum Classic Mainnet (not Ethereum Mainnet).
Click Account → Receive.
Copy your 0x... public address.
Hardware wallets (e.g., Ledger, Trezor):
Connect your device and open the Ethereum Classic app.
In your companion software (Ledger Live, ClassicMask, or MyCrypto), click Receive.
Copy the address displayed (starts with 0x).
You can safely share your public address for receiving ETC, but never share your private key or recovery phrase.
How are Ethereum Classic transactions taxed?
Ethereum Classic (ETC) is treated as property for tax purposes, just like Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies. Here's how common activities are taxed:
Buying ETC with fiat (USD, MXN, etc.) – Not taxable; establishes your cost basis.
Selling ETC for fiat – Taxable capital gain/loss = sale proceeds − cost basis.
Swapping ETC for other cryptocurrencies – Taxable disposal of ETC; the received asset's fair market value becomes your new cost basis.
Spending ETC on goods or services – Taxable, as it involves disposing of crypto.
Mining ETC – Ordinary income at fair market value when mined; later sale = capital gain/loss.
Receiving ETC as payment – Ordinary income upon receipt.
Transferring ETC between your own wallets – Non-taxable, but should be recorded for accurate cost basis tracking.
Network (gas) fees – May be added to your cost basis or deducted from proceeds depending on the type of transaction.
CoinTracker automatically detects these taxable events, calculates your gains and income, and generates accurate reports to simplify your tax filing.
Can the IRS track Ethereum Classic?
Yes. Ethereum Classic is a public blockchain, and all transactions are visible and traceable on-chain. The IRS and other tax authorities can:
Use blockchain analytics to trace ETC transfers and addresses.
Receive transaction reports (e.g., 1099 forms) from KYC exchanges and custodians.
Match wallet data to exchange records tied to verified user identities.
By syncing your ETC wallet with CoinTracker, you ensure every transaction is tracked accurately for full tax compliance.