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Does Your Crypto Exchange Report You to the Tax Office? CARF and DAC8 ExplainedDoes Your Crypto Exchange Report You to the Tax Office? CARF and DAC8 Explained

From 1 January 2026 crypto platforms collect and report user and transaction data automatically. Here is what CARF and DAC8 cover, and the dates that matter.

June 2, 202610 min read
What Happens If You Don't Report Crypto to HMRC?What Happens If You Don't Report Crypto to HMRC?

HMRC penalties for undeclared crypto depend heavily on whether you come forward first. Here are the actual percentages and how far back a disclosure reaches.

May 27, 202610 min read
How to Legally Reduce Your UK Crypto Tax Bill in 2026/27How to Legally Reduce Your UK Crypto Tax Bill in 2026/27

Allowances, loss claims, spouse transfers and timing can all reduce a UK crypto capital gains bill. Here is what the rules allow, with the 2026/27 figures.

May 22, 202611 min read
Wallet Balance Doesn't Match Your Tax Report? How to Find the CauseWallet Balance Doesn't Match Your Tax Report? How to Find the Cause

A balance that disagrees with your wallet is a useful signal, not a bug. Here are the causes worth checking, from missing history to tokens with no price.

May 15, 20269 min read
How to Find Missing Transactions in Your Crypto Tax ReportHow to Find Missing Transactions in Your Crypto Tax Report

Missing transactions distort cost basis and inflate gains. Here are the usual causes, in order of likelihood, and how to close each gap.

May 9, 202610 min read
How to Do Your Solana and Phantom Crypto Taxes: Staking, Airdrops and SPL TokensHow to Do Your Solana and Phantom Crypto Taxes: Staking, Airdrops and SPL Tokens

Solana wallets generate hundreds of small reward receipts and a pile of airdropped tokens. Here is how each is treated and how to import them for tax.

May 2, 20269 min read
How to Do Your MetaMask Crypto Taxes: One Address, 14 NetworksHow to Do Your MetaMask Crypto Taxes: One Address, 14 Networks

Your MetaMask address is identical on every EVM network, but each network keeps its own history. Here is how to import all of them for tax reporting.

April 27, 20269 min read
Are Crypto Gas Fees Tax Deductible? Failed Transactions, Approvals and On-Chain CostsAre Crypto Gas Fees Tax Deductible? Failed Transactions, Approvals and On-Chain Costs

HMRC allows some crypto transaction fees as costs and refuses others. Here is what the guidance actually says about gas, swaps, approvals and failed transactions.

April 21, 202610 min read
How to Import a Bitcoin Wallet for Taxes: Addresses, xpub and Missing HistoryHow to Import a Bitcoin Wallet for Taxes: Addresses, xpub and Missing History

Importing a single Bitcoin address usually captures a fraction of your transactions. Here is why change addresses hide your history, and what to import instead.

April 14, 20269 min read
How to Do Your Ledger Crypto Taxes: Import Every Chain From One DeviceHow to Do Your Ledger Crypto Taxes: Import Every Chain From One Device

A Ledger device holds coins on many separate blockchains at once. Here is how to import all of them for crypto tax reporting without losing history.

April 9, 20269 min read
API Import or CSV Upload: Which Crypto Tax Workflow Fits You?API Import or CSV Upload: Which Crypto Tax Workflow Fits You?

Compare API imports and CSV uploads for crypto tax records, including completeness, security, sync workflow, and current CryptoTaxBridge support.

April 3, 20269 min read
How to Do Crypto Taxes in Australia: Capital Gains and the CGT DiscountHow to Do Crypto Taxes in Australia: Capital Gains and the CGT Discount

Learn how Australian crypto disposals, capital gains, losses, records, and the CGT discount can affect individual investors.

March 24, 202610 min read
How to Do Crypto Taxes in Canada: Adjusted Cost Base ExplainedHow to Do Crypto Taxes in Canada: Adjusted Cost Base Explained

A practical guide to Canadian crypto dispositions, adjusted cost base, fair market value, and reliable transaction records.

March 17, 202610 min read
How to Import Coinbase Transactions for Crypto Tax ReportingHow to Import Coinbase Transactions for Crypto Tax Reporting

Learn how to prepare Coinbase transaction data for crypto tax reporting using secure API-based imports and complete records.

March 10, 20268 min read
How to Import Kraken Transactions for Crypto Tax ReportingHow to Import Kraken Transactions for Crypto Tax Reporting

A practical guide to importing Kraken transaction history using read-only credentials and preparing consistent crypto tax records.

March 5, 20268 min read
Importing Crypto Data From Bybit, OKX, KuCoin, MEXC and Other ExchangesImporting Crypto Data From Bybit, OKX, KuCoin, MEXC and Other Exchanges

Learn how multi-exchange API imports help organise tax records across Bybit, OKX, KuCoin, MEXC, Bitget, BingX, Gate.io, Kraken and Crypto.com Exchange.

February 28, 20269 min read
How to Do Crypto Taxes in Ireland: Records, CGT and FilingHow to Do Crypto Taxes in Ireland: Records, CGT and Filing

A practical guide to crypto disposals, CGT records, euro valuation, and filing preparation for individuals in Ireland.

February 22, 20269 min read
How to Do Crypto Taxes in the Netherlands: Box 3 Reporting ExplainedHow to Do Crypto Taxes in the Netherlands: Box 3 Reporting Explained

Understand how private crypto holdings are reported in Dutch Box 3, including the 1 January value and actual return data.

February 17, 202610 min read
How to Do Crypto Taxes in the US: A 2026 Guide for InvestorsHow to Do Crypto Taxes in the US: A 2026 Guide for Investors

A practical introduction to US federal crypto tax reporting, including sales, exchanges, income events, cost basis, and records.

February 12, 202610 min read
Short-Term vs Long-Term Crypto Gains in the United StatesShort-Term vs Long-Term Crypto Gains in the United States

Understand why acquisition dates matter for US crypto investors and how short-term and long-term disposals are separated.

February 7, 20269 min read
Crypto Tax Deadlines Across Europe: Don’t Miss These 2026 DatesCrypto Tax Deadlines Across Europe: Don’t Miss These 2026 Dates

A country-by-country overview of crypto tax deadlines across Europe in 2026, with a focus on what traders must file and when.

February 2, 202610 min read
Why You Should Track Every Trade Before Tax Season StartsWhy You Should Track Every Trade Before Tax Season Starts

Waiting until tax season to track crypto trades creates errors, stress, and missed deductions. Here’s why continuous tracking matters for UK traders.

January 27, 20268 min read
10 Common Mistakes Traders Make When Calculating Their Crypto Gains10 Common Mistakes Traders Make When Calculating Their Crypto Gains

Even experienced traders make costly mistakes when calculating crypto gains. Here are the most common errors UK traders should avoid in 2026.

January 21, 20269 min read
Do You Pay Tax When You Transfer Crypto Between Wallets?Do You Pay Tax When You Transfer Crypto Between Wallets?

Transferring crypto between wallets is usually not taxable in the UK — but many traders report it incorrectly. Here’s how HMRC views wallet transfers in 2026.

January 15, 20267 min read
From Chaos to Clarity: How an AI Assistant Can Simplify Crypto TaxesFrom Chaos to Clarity: How an AI Assistant Can Simplify Crypto Taxes

Crypto taxes are complex by nature. Here’s how an AI assistant helps traders stay organised, compliant, and confident without spreadsheets.

January 9, 20269 min read
How DeFi and Staking Rewards Are Taxed in the NetherlandsHow DeFi and Staking Rewards Are Taxed in the Netherlands

A clear explanation of how DeFi activity and staking rewards are taxed in the Netherlands, and what crypto investors need to report in 2026.

January 3, 20269 min read
How to Report Crypto on Your Scandinavian Tax Return (Norway, Sweden, Denmark)How to Report Crypto on Your Scandinavian Tax Return (Norway, Sweden, Denmark)

A practical guide to reporting crypto on tax returns in Norway, Sweden, and Denmark — what counts as taxable, what to report, and how to stay compliant.

December 27, 20259 min read
How to Export Binance Trades for UK Crypto Tax ReportingHow to Export Binance Trades for UK Crypto Tax Reporting

A practical guide for UK traders on exporting Binance trades correctly for HMRC crypto tax reporting in 2026.

December 21, 20259 min read
FIFO vs LIFO: Why the UK Uses Section 104 Pooling for Crypto TaxesFIFO vs LIFO: Why the UK Uses Section 104 Pooling for Crypto Taxes

FIFO and LIFO are common crypto tax methods, but the UK requires Section 104 pooling. Here’s what that means for traders in 2026.

December 15, 20259 min read
How to Do Crypto Taxes in the UK: A 2026 Guide for TradersHow to Do Crypto Taxes in the UK: A 2026 Guide for Traders

A practical guide to UK crypto taxes in 2026 — capital gains, staking income, HMRC rules, and how traders stay compliant.

December 9, 20258 min read