Why people choose Litecoin
Litecoin was built as a faster, lighter cousin of Bitcoin. Blocks arrive about every two and a half minutes on average, around four times as often as Bitcoin's. Fees are usually small because the network is less crowded. For a casino deposit, that means less waiting and less of a small balance lost to fees.
Litecoin compared with Bitcoin
| Litecoin | Bitcoin | |
|---|---|---|
| Average block time | About 2.5 minutes | About 10 minutes |
| Typical fee | Usually low | Can be high when busy |
| Good for | Small and medium transfers | Large transfers, wide support |
Getting Litecoin
Most large exchanges sell Litecoin. Stake also links MoonPay for buying crypto by card. Compare buying fees, which can be larger than network fees.
Depositing
Deposit Litecoin on Stake
- Verify your email and account, and set a deposit limit.
- In the cashier, choose Litecoin and copy the address.
- Paste it into your wallet and check the first and last characters.
- Check the amount clears the minimum shown.
- Send a small test, then the rest once it's credited.
Stake credits the deposit after the confirmations it requires. Stake sets that number, so check the cashier or help center for it.
Withdrawing
Litecoin withdrawals follow the same pattern: choose Litecoin, paste your own address, read the fee and minimum, confirm with 2FA. Because blocks are quick, the network part of the wait is usually short. Stake's own processing and any checks still apply. See how to withdraw and withdrawal times and limits.
Address mix-ups
Litecoin addresses can look like Bitcoin addresses in some formats. Never send Bitcoin to a Litecoin address or the reverse. Choose the matching coin in the cashier and in your wallet.
Common Litecoin mistakes
| Mistake | What happens |
|---|---|
| Sending BTC to an LTC address | Not credited |
| Sending below the minimum | May not be credited |
| Typing an address by hand | Risk of a wrong character |
| Using an old address without checking | Copy from the cashier each time |
Small budgets
Low fees make Litecoin a good fit if you like to start small. Pair that with a deposit limit, since easy deposits can also mean frequent ones. Lowering a limit takes effect at once. Raising or removing one takes 24 hours. Our minimum deposit page covers starting small.
Price movement
Litecoin's price moves like any crypto. If your balance is held in LTC, its value changes while you play. See the crypto guide.
Other low-fee options
TRX and USDT on lower-fee networks are also popular for small amounts. See TRX, DOGE and XRP and USDT, or compare everything on the payments hub.
Who Litecoin suits
Players who want quick, cheap transfers and don't need a stablecoin. If you'd rather your balance didn't move with the market, USDT or USDC is the better fit.
Wallet choice
Most multi-coin wallets support Litecoin. If you use an exchange wallet, check whether it allows transfers to gambling sites. If you use your own wallet, back up the seed phrase offline and never share it with anyone, including anyone claiming to be support.
A worked fee comparison
Invented numbers, to show the effect of fees on a small deposit. Say you want to deposit the equivalent of 25. On a busy day, a Bitcoin fee might be the equivalent of 3, which is 12% of the deposit. A Litecoin fee on the same day might be a few cents. Real fees change hour to hour, so check your wallet before you send. The pattern is the reason Litecoin suits small deposits.
Timing a withdrawal
Network speed is only half the story. Stake processes withdrawals first, and any identity check comes before that. Finishing verification early is the best way to shorten the wait, whichever coin you use. After Stake sends, Litecoin's quick blocks mean the coins usually reach your wallet soon after.
Checklist before every send
Litecoin send checklist
| Check | Where to look |
|---|---|
| Coin in cashier is Litecoin | The cashier's coin menu |
| Address copied from cashier today | The cashier's deposit screen |
| First and last characters match | Your wallet's send screen |
| Amount above the minimum | The cashier |
| Deposit limit set | Your account settings |
Litecoin for withdrawals
If you deposited with another coin, you can usually still withdraw in Litecoin, subject to the cashier's options for your account. Converting inside your wallet or exchange afterwards may carry its own fees.
Litecoin and exchanges
Most exchanges list Litecoin with low withdrawal fees. Check the exchange's own withdrawal fee as well as the network fee; the exchange charge can be the larger of the two.
A note on dates
Checked on 13 October 2026 against Stake's own pages. The minimum and confirmation count live in the cashier, and they can change. Cheap deposits are still real money, so set a limit and stick to it. Deposits are for adults only: 18+, or the higher legal age where you live. Stake.com isn't available in the US, the UK, Australia, Ontario or the other places on Stake's prohibited list, and that list can change.
FAQ
Is Litecoin faster than Bitcoin?
Its blocks come about four times as often, so confirmations are usually quicker.
Where do I buy Litecoin?
From a licensed exchange in your country, or through MoonPay, which Stake links.
Can I withdraw in Litecoin?
Litecoin is on Stake's list of supported coins. The withdrawal cashier shows which coins your account can use.
What's the minimum Litecoin deposit?
The cashier shows the current minimum.
Is Litecoin a stablecoin?
No. Its price moves. For a steady value, use USDT or USDC.