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Crypto Profit Calculator

Did you moon? Calculate your realized profit and fees.

How It Works: Calculates realized profit/loss by factoring in entry/exit prices and exchange fees.

Key Inputs:
  • Investment: Total initial capital ($).
  • Buy Price: Price of the coin when purchased.
  • Sell Price: Price of the coin when sold.
  • Fees (%): Trading fees for both buy and sell orders.


Formula: Profit = (Net Sell Value) - (Initial Investment). Fees are deducted from proceeds.
Total Profit
$290.00
Total ROI
29.00%
Sell Value
$1,290
Total Fees
$10.00
Coins Held
0.02

Crypto Taxes: The Silent Profit Killer

In the euphoria of a bull market ("We're all gonna make it!"), it's easy to forget that the taxman is watching. In most jurisdictions, including the US (IRS), crypto is treated as property, not currency. This means every single trade is a taxable event.

Short-Term vs. Long-Term Gains

The duration you hold an asset changes your tax bill drastically.

Short-Term (< 1 Year)

Taxed as ordinary income. If you are in a high tax bracket, you could lose up to 37% of your profits to the government.

Long-Term (> 1 Year)

Taxed at favorable Capital Gains rates (usually 0%, 15%, or 20%). Holding for 366 days can effectively double your after-tax profit.

Understanding "Wash Sales"

In stocks, the "Wash Sale Rule" prevents you from selling at a loss to claim a tax deduction and then immediately buying it back. currently, this rule does not strictly apply to crypto in the US (as of 2024), allowing for a strategy called Tax Loss Harvesting. You can sell a losing coin to realize the loss (offsetting other gains) and buy it back immediately. Note: Regulations change rapidly; consult a CPA.

Disclaimer: We are not tax advisors. Crypto regulations vary by country. Use this tool for estimation only.