ZCAT — The Memecoin That Pays ZEC
ZCAT (Anonymous Cat) pays 3% of every transaction in Zcash to its holders — an unusual reward mechanic for a Solana memecoin.
About Anonymous Cat
ZCAT, short for Anonymous Cat, is a Solana memecoin with an unusual mechanic: every transaction involving ZCAT pays a 3% tax that is converted to Zcash (ZEC) and distributed to ZCAT holders. This makes ZCAT one of the few Solana memecoins that produces an ongoing, quantifiable reward stream for its holders rather than pure speculation. ZCAT reached a peak market cap above $170 million in 2026 and has distributed more than $2.8 million in ZEC to holders across 470,000+ individual payouts, according to on-chain data published by the project. The token's branding — Anonymous Cat — and its privacy-linked reward mechanism (Zcash is a privacy-focused cryptocurrency) gave ZCAT a distinct identity within the Solana memecoin market. ZCAT is explicitly a memecoin with a novel reward mechanic, not a privacy tool; the ZEC payouts are a reward mechanism, not a privacy guarantee.
Supply, distribution, and tokenomics
ZCAT has a fixed maximum supply with no ongoing emissions. The key tokenomic feature is the 3% transaction tax that funds the ZEC distribution to holders. Every ZCAT transaction — buy, sell, or transfer — contributes 3% of the transaction value to a pool that is converted to ZEC and distributed pro-rata to ZCAT holders. This creates a self-reinforcing mechanic: higher ZCAT trading activity produces more ZEC distributions, which makes holding ZCAT more attractive, which in turn supports trading activity. The mechanic also means ZCAT holders receive a positive-carry reward in a specific external asset (ZEC) rather than in the token itself, which is structurally different from most Solana memecoins. Liquidity for ZCAT is provided by Raydium LaunchLab, and the token is not listed on any major centralized exchange as of 2026.
Use cases and ecosystem
ZCAT serves two functions. First, it is a memecoin: it is held by traders as a bet on the persistence of the Anonymous Cat narrative and on the continued activity of the ZCAT community. Second, it is a reward-bearing asset: holding ZCAT produces a stream of Zcash distributions proportional to the token's trading activity. This second function is unusual in the memecoin space and is ZCAT's primary differentiator. For most users, ZCAT is a way to hold exposure to a memecoin with a genuine reward mechanic — one that pays out in a specific, verifiable external asset rather than in the token itself. ZCAT's price correlates with the broader Solana memecoin market, and it also responds to Zcash price movements and to any news about the ZEC distribution mechanic.
How to buy ZCAT on Solana
To buy ZCAT on Solana, connect a Solana wallet to SwapKing, select SOL or USDC as the input token, select ZCAT as the output, enter the amount, and click Swap. ZCAT/SOL is provided by Raydium LaunchLab, and daily volume regularly exceeds $5 million, so slippage for retail-sized swaps is typically in the 1—3% range. ZCAT is not listed on major centralized exchanges, so Solana DEXs are the primary trading venue. The Solana mint address for ZCAT is HcRLc9VDgjLeK154xDawfb1dmVJ98DoSqcwTHGqiDeJR — always verify this before swapping, because fake tokens with similar names exist on Solana.
Risks and considerations
ZCAT is a memecoin with a novel reward mechanic. Its primary risk is that the ZEC distribution depends on ongoing ZCAT trading volume: if trading slows, ZEC distributions shrink and the token's value proposition weakens. ZCAT's price is also exposed to Zcash price movements, since the reward is denominated in ZEC. Liquidity is thinner than for top-tier memecoins, so larger trades can produce meaningful slippage. ZCAT is not listed on major centralized exchanges, which reduces liquidity options for holders. The 3% transaction tax means that frequent trading of ZCAT is more expensive than trading a token without a tax. SwapKing is non-custodial and does not manage any of these risks.
Where to go next
Swap ZCAT on Solana directly on this page. For a deeper look at the ZCAT market, review the SOL to ZCAT and ZCAT to SOL pair pages. For context on how Solana prices and routing are measured, see Methodology. If you are new to Solana, start with How to Swap Tokens on Solana.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is ZCAT?
ZCAT, short for Anonymous Cat, is a Solana memecoin that pays 3% of every transaction in Zcash (ZEC) to its holders. It reached a peak market cap above $170 million in 2026.
How does ZCAT pay ZEC to holders?
Every ZCAT transaction pays a 3% tax that is converted to Zcash and distributed pro-rata to ZCAT holders on Solana.
How much ZEC has ZCAT distributed?
As of 2026, ZCAT has distributed over $2.8 million in ZEC across 470,000+ individual payouts.
What is the ZCAT mint address on Solana?
The Solana SPL mint address for ZCAT is HcRLc9VDgjLeK154xDawfb1dmVJ98DoSqcwTHGqiDeJR. Verify before swapping.
What slippage should I use for a ZCAT swap?
3% is standard for ZCAT/SOL swaps because liquidity is thinner than top-tier memecoins. Larger trades may require higher slippage.
Is ZCAT safe?
ZCAT is a memecoin with no guaranteed value. Its ZEC payouts depend on ongoing ZCAT trading volume. SwapKing does not guarantee the safety of any SPL token.