Tether (USDT) Mixer Guide | Anonymous Transactions
Learn how to make private USDT transactions step-by-step. This comprehensive guide covers token approval, deposit strategies, and withdrawal best practices for USDT.
Step 1: Connect to Tornado Cash
- Visit app.tornadocashclassic.com
- Connect your Web3 wallet
- Ensure you're on Ethereum Mainnet
- Select USDT from the token list.
💡 Tip: USDT is widely used - high liquidity pools are available.
Step 2: Approve USDT Token
You must approve USDT before making a deposit.
- Click 'Approve' to allow Tornado Cash to access your USDC.
- Your wallet will prompt for the approval transaction.
- Set the gas price appropriately for approval.
- Wait for approval confirmation on the blockchain.
⚠️ Gas Tip: Approval + Deposit = 2 transactions. Plan accordingly.
Step 3: Make the USDT Deposit
- Choose your USDT deposit amount.
- Click 'Deposit' to proceed.
- 🔴 CRUCIAL: Save your secret note immediately.
- Confirm the transaction in your wallet.
- Wait for blockchain confirmation.
⚠️ Without this secret note, you cannot withdraw your funds!
Step 4: Wait for Privacy
Wait before withdrawing to improve privacy:
- Minimum: 24 hours
- Recommended: 1-7 days
- Maximum privacy: Several weeks
💡 The longer you wait, the more private your transaction becomes.
Step 5: Withdraw Your USDT
- You can return from a different device/browser.
- Go to the 'Withdraw' tab.
- Enter your saved secret note.
- Enter the recipient address (must be different from the deposit address).
- Set relayer fee (optional, for addresses with no ETH).
- Click 'Withdraw' and wait for confirmation.
⚠️ Never withdraw to an address linked to your deposit address.
Best Practices for USDT Privacy
- Use different browsers/devices for deposit and withdrawal.
- Consider using a VPN or Tor.
- Don't withdraw the full amount immediately.
- Use relayers for addresses with no ETH balance.
- Wait for other users to make deposits/withdrawals.
- Keep your secret note secure and private.