Crypto tax estimate
How much tax on my crypto gain?
For Australian residents. Selling, swapping or spending crypto can create a capital gain, taxed at your marginal rate, halved if you held it for more than 12 months.
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Crypto tax software made in Australia for Australian tax returns.
CoinTracker
Tracks your portfolio and generates crypto tax reports for several countries, including Australia.
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Questions, answered.
Is crypto taxed in Australia?
Yes. The ATO treats most crypto as a capital gains tax asset. Selling it, swapping it for another coin, or using it to buy something can create a capital gain or loss.
How does the 50% CGT discount work?
If you held the crypto for more than 12 months as an individual, you can usually halve the gain after taking off capital losses. ATO: CGT discount.
Which tax rates are used?
2025–26: nil to A$18,200, 16% to A$45,000, 30% to A$135,000, 37% to A$190,000, 45% above. From 1 July 2026 the 16% rate falls to 15%. Plus the 2% Medicare levy.
Do I need records?
Yes: dates, amounts in Australian dollars, what each transaction was for and exchange records. Crypto records for Australians →
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