How to Mix Ethereum (ETH) Anonymously | Tornado Cash Guide

Learn how to make private ETH transactions step-by-step. This comprehensive guide covers everything from setup to withdrawal with screenshots and safety tips.

Before You Start

What You Need

  • A Web3 wallet (MetaMask, WalletConnect, etc.)
  • ETH for deposit (0.1, 1, 10, or 100 ETH)
  • Additional ETH for gas fees
  • Basic understanding of cryptocurrency transactions

⚠️ Important: Never lose your secret note! It's the only way to withdraw your funds.

🇺🇸 Compliance & Note Management

Please keep your 'Note' safe. It is the only key to withdraw your funds. You can also use it to generate a Compliance Report later if you need to prove the source of your funds.

Step 1: Connect to Tornado Cash

  1. Visit app.tornadocashclassic.com
  2. Connect your Web3 wallet
  3. Ensure you're on Ethereum Mainnet
  4. Select ETH from the token list

💡 Tip: Always verify you're on the official Tornado Cash website.

Step 2: Choose Deposit Amount

Tornado Cash supports fixed amounts for maximum privacy:

  • 0.1 ETH - Good for smaller amounts
  • 1 ETH - Most popular choice
  • 10 ETH - For larger amounts
  • 100 ETH - Maximum amount

💡 Privacy Tip: Larger pools have more anonymity.

Step 3: Generate and Save Your Secret Note

  1. Click 'Generate' to create your secret note.
  2. 🔴 CRITICAL: Copy and save your secret note immediately.
  3. Write it down on paper as a backup.
  4. Never share your secret note with anyone.

⚠️ Without this secret note, you cannot withdraw your funds!

Step 4: Make the Deposit

  1. Review the deposit amount and gas fee.
  2. Click 'Deposit' to proceed.
  3. Confirm the transaction in your wallet.
  4. Wait for blockchain confirmation.

Your ETH is now mixed with others in the pool.

Frequent Questions about Ethereum Mixing

Is Tornado Cash safe on Ethereum?

Yes. The protocol is non-custodial, meaning you keep full control of your keys. Smart contracts are immutable and audited.

How long should I wait before withdrawing?

For maximum privacy, we recommend waiting at least 24 hours. This allows more deposits to occur, increasing the anonymity set.

Can I deposit arbitrary amounts?

No. To ensure mathematical privacy, only fixed denominations (0.1, 1, 10, 100 ETH) are supported. This makes all deposits indistinguishable.

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