Electric Coin Company

Electric Coin Company was founded to deliver privacy-preserving financial tools to people around the world. As the original developers of Zcash—a cryptocurrency utilizing zero-knowledge proofs to enable private transactions—ECC is deeply committed to enabling a decentralized and secure financial future. Zcash was launched in 2016 as one of the first major networks to implement zk-SNARKs (zero-knowledge succinct non-interactive arguments of knowledge), pushing the boundaries of cryptographic innovation.

Today, ECC’s work continues with the same mission: empowering individuals with the freedom to transact securely and privately. Through its roadmap, ECC is developing a full-stack Zcash user experience—from mobile wallets and libraries to protocol-level improvements. The company’s open-source contributions, frequent transparency reports, and public advocacy for privacy rights underscore its role as both a technology innovator and a principled actor in the Web3 space.

The company’s flagship product, Zashi, is a mobile wallet built specifically for private, shielded ZEC transactions. Available on both Android and iOS, Zashi enables users to send, receive, and store ZEC securely—while optionally including encrypted memos with transactions. Unlike generic wallets that simply “support privacy,” Zashi is privacy-native. It supports only shielded transactions and was built from the ground up by the inventors of the Zcash protocol.

ECC has also enhanced Zashi’s usability through partnerships and integrations. With Coinbase Pay, users can buy ZEC directly inside the wallet—without going through KYC-heavy exchanges. Flexa integration allows them to spend ZEC at major U.S. retailers such as GameStop, Chipotle, and Barnes & Noble. These features make Zashi more than just a crypto wallet—it’s a private digital cash tool ready for everyday use.

In the privacy wallet category, Zashi competes with platforms like Wasabi Wallet, and Monero.com. However, none match ECC’s cryptographic pedigree, ZEC-native shielding, and ease of onboarding—all of which make Zashi a uniquely strong offering in the space.

Zashi by Electric Coin Company offers a privacy-first mobile wallet built from the ground up for secure ZEC transactions:

• Privacy-Native Architecture: Built exclusively for shielded ZEC payments using zero-knowledge cryptography.
• Self-Custody: Users retain full control of their private keys and funds—no third parties or custodians involved.
• Intuitive UX: Simple onboarding and clean UI make Zashi ideal for crypto newcomers and experienced users alike.
• Encrypted Memos: Users can include secret messages with transactions—preserving privacy without compromising usability.
• Coinbase Integration: Seamlessly purchase ZEC inside the app via Coinbase Pay—no need for separate exchange accounts.
• Flexa Integration: Spend ZEC in the real world at top U.S. retailers like GameStop and Chipotle using the Flexa network.
• Designed by ECC: Developed by the team behind the Zcash protocol—pioneers of privacy in blockchain.

Zashi is the easiest way to experience private digital payments using Zcash. Here's how to get started:

• Step 1 – Download the App: Get Zashi from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store.
• Step 2 – Set Up Your Wallet: Create a new self-custody ZEC wallet or import an existing one using your recovery phrase.
• Step 3 – Fund Your Wallet: Use the integrated Coinbase Pay feature to buy ZEC directly inside the app.
• Step 4 – Send & Receive: Share your shielded address to receive funds or send ZEC with an optional encrypted memo.
• Step 5 – Spend Privately: Use Flexa integration to spend ZEC at supported merchants across the U.S.