> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.leather.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.leather.io/learn/btc-to-stx.md).

# How Can I Convert Bitcoin to Stacks?

Convert BTC to STX on an exchange, or in Leather by bridging BTC to sBTC and swapping sBTC for STX.

You can convert bitcoin (BTC) to Stacks (STX) on an exchange, or in Leather in two steps.

## In Leather

Leather's Swap screen does not swap BTC for STX directly. BTC can only go to sBTC, which you can then swap for STX.

1. Bridge BTC to sBTC. See [Bridge BTC to sBTC](/sbtc/bridge-sbtc.md).
2. Once the sBTC arrives, swap sBTC for STX. On the Home screen, click "Swap", choose sBTC as the asset you pay with and STX as the asset you receive, then "Continue" and "Confirm".

Each step has its own fees: the bridge's network and signer fees, then the swap's network fee and any provider fee.

## On an exchange

1. Deposit BTC to an exchange that lists STX.
2. Sell BTC for STX, or trade through another currency.
3. Withdraw the STX to your Leather Stacks address, on the Stacks network.

See [Buy STX](/get-started/buy-stx.md) for exchanges that list STX.

## The rate

The BTC to STX rate changes constantly with the market. Check the rate and all fees on the review screen before you confirm.