Crypto Tax Guide: What You Need to Know in 2026

Tax authorities worldwide are cracking down on crypto. Here is what you need to know to stay compliant.

Capital Gains

In most jurisdictions, selling crypto for fiat, trading one crypto for another, or spending crypto on goods and services triggers a taxable event. You owe tax on the profit between your cost basis and sale price.

DeFi and Staking

Yield farming rewards, staking income, and liquidity mining are typically taxed as income at fair market value when received. This creates a tracking challenge for active DeFi users.

Record Keeping

Keep records of every transaction: date, amount, price, and purpose. Use our Price Converter to check historical values. Consider crypto tax software for automated tracking.