Crypto Tax Calculator

How crypto capital gains tax works

When you sell crypto, your taxable gain is the sale proceeds minus your cost basis (what you paid, including the buy fee) minus the selling fee. You pay tax only on that gain, not on the whole sale. In many countries — the US among them — holding for over a year qualifies for a lower long-term rate, while selling sooner is short-term and taxed at a higher, ordinary-income-style rate. The presets here are typical US figures (15% long-term, 24% short-term) for illustration; switch to Custom rate and enter your own to match any jurisdiction. If your trade is a loss, it shows as a deductible loss rather than tax owed. This is an estimate to plan with — not tax advice. Want the pre-tax picture first? Use the crypto profit calculator, and find the price where you break even with the break-even calculator.

FAQ

How is crypto capital gains tax calculated?

Your taxable gain is the sale proceeds minus your cost basis (what you paid, including buy fees) minus selling fees. You then apply your capital gains tax rate to that gain. A loss is generally deductible against other gains. This calculator works it out and shows tax owed and net after tax.

What is the difference between short-term and long-term crypto tax?

In many countries, holding an asset over a threshold (one year in the US) qualifies for a lower long-term capital gains rate, while selling sooner is taxed as short-term — often at your higher ordinary income rate. Selecting the holding period applies a typical rate so you can compare; always confirm the exact rate for your country and bracket.

Is this crypto tax calculator accurate for my country?

It uses the rate you enter, so it works for any jurisdiction — just put in your own capital gains rate. The presets are typical US figures for illustration. It is an estimate, not tax advice; rules on losses, allowances and income brackets vary, so confirm with a local tax professional.