Decred Price
DCR · #163 by market cap
-0.11% 1h -8.22% 7d +3.95% 30d -32.22% 1y
Price data via CoinGecko API, refreshed every 60 seconds. Historical chart data daily-refreshed. See our methodology. Data & methodology reviewed by Maya Lin, Markets Editor · last editorial review Aug 2026.
Decred — key takeaways
- Decred (DCR) trades at $12.97 and ranks #163 by market capitalisation, with a market cap of $227.34M.
- It is trading 94.8% below its all-time high of $247.35 set in April 2021, and 2,906% above its all-time low.
- DCR is +3.95% over 30 days and -32.22% over the past year.
- Roughly 83% of the capped 21,000,000 DCR maximum supply is now in circulation.
- 24-hour volume of $3.77M equals 1.7% of market cap — a thin liquidity profile, which can amplify price moves.
- Sector: Smart Contract Platform, Privacy Coins, Layer 1 (L1).
At-a-glance summary generated from live market data. Figures update each refresh cycle; not investment advice.
What’s moving Decred
Decred (DCR) is trading at $12.97, -8.22%% over the past week and +3.95%% over the month, as of Aug 1, 2026. Below is the latest reporting and analysis on Decred from the DMC News desk.
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Technical snapshot
Derived from 31-day price historyIndicators are for informational purposes only and do not constitute investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
DCR weekly price chart (1 year)
-28.0% 1YEach candle is one week. The body spans the week's open and close (green when it closed higher, red when lower); the wick marks the weekly high and low. Data is real weekly OHLC from Binance (DCR/USDT), with weekly USD volume below.
Decred price prediction 2026–2035
Model-basedOur quantitative model projects Decred (DCR) price scenarios from its 112.3% annualised volatility and a downward -32% trailing 12-month trend, with expected returns decaying toward a long-run baseline as the asset matures. At today's price of $12.97, the base case points to roughly $13.02 by end of 2026 and $20.02 by 2035 (a bull case near $41.28, a bear case near $6.40).
| Year | Bear | Base | Bull | Base ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $9.08 | $13.02 | $19.18 | +0% |
| 2027 | $5.86 | $13.23 | $24.73 | +2% |
| 2028 | $4.35 | $13.60 | $28.06 | +5% |
| 2029 | $4.52 | $14.13 | $29.15 | +9% |
| 2030 | $4.74 | $14.80 | $30.52 | +14% |
| 2035 | $6.40 | $20.02 | $41.28 | +54% |
A prolonged risk-off market, weaker liquidity or coin-specific setbacks could press DCR toward $6.40 by 2035. Drawdowns of 50–80% are historically normal for crypto assets.
Steady adoption in line with the broader market puts DCR near $20.02 by 2035 — about +54% versus today.
A strong cycle, accelerating demand or a structural catalyst could lift DCR toward $41.28 by 2035, which would require reclaiming and exceeding its prior all-time high.
How this forecast is calculated
The projection is generated algorithmically from Decred's own price history — there is no human price target. We measure realised volatility from up to a year of the asset's own price history (daily where available, otherwise weekly) and anchor a base annual growth rate to recent momentum, then decay that rate toward a conservative long-run baseline (compounding compresses as an asset matures). Bear and bull bands widen with volatility scaled by the square root of the horizon, and the bear case is floored to remain realistic. Outputs are rounded scenario estimates, not guarantees.
Not financial advice. Cryptocurrency is highly volatile and these model-based scenarios can be wrong by a wide margin. Do your own research.
Decred price returns & market statistics
Decred (DCR) trades at $12.97, ranked #163 by market capitalisation. The tables below summarise its performance across timeframes and its core supply and valuation metrics.
| Period | Change |
|---|---|
| 1 hour | -0.1% |
| 24 hours | -6.2% |
| 7 days | -8.2% |
| 30 days | +4.0% |
| 1 year | -32.2% |
| From all-time high | -94.8% |
| From all-time low | +2,905.5% |
| Market cap | $227.34M #163 |
| Fully diluted valuation | $203.04M |
| 24h trading volume | $3.77M |
| Volume / market cap | 1.7% |
| Market dominance | 0.01% |
| Circulating supply | 17.53M DCR 83% |
| Total supply | 17.53M DCR |
| Max supply | 21.00M DCR |
| All-time high | $247.35 Apr 16, 2021 |
| All-time low | $0.4315 Dec 25, 2016 |
Understanding Decred
What is Decred (DCR)?
Decred (DCR) is a layer-1 smart-contract platform — a base blockchain on which developers build decentralised applications and tokens. The native asset is used to pay transaction fees and, in most designs, to secure the network through staking. As of August 2026, Decred is the #163 cryptocurrency by market capitalisation, trading near $12.97.
How does Decred work?
The network reaches consensus on the order of transactions (commonly via proof-of-stake), executes smart contracts in its virtual machine, and charges fees in the native token. Validators stake the token to participate, earning rewards for securing the chain.
What drives the Decred price?
Decred's price reflects the balance of supply and demand. With a capped maximum supply of 21.00M DCR (83% already circulating), scarcity is a structural part of the story — fresh demand has to compete for a limited float. On the demand side, the main forces are the broader crypto market cycle (assets tend to rise and fall together with Bitcoin and overall liquidity), real usage and adoption of the network, macro conditions such as interest rates and risk appetite, and project-specific catalysts like upgrades, listings, partnerships or regulation. At roughly 95% below its all-time high, a meaningful part of any bull case is simply recovering ground already proven possible.
Is Decred a good investment in 2026?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer. Decred offers exposure to a specific corner of the crypto market with its own adoption thesis, but every cryptocurrency carries real risk: prices are highly volatile, drawdowns of 50–80% are historically normal, and outcomes depend on execution, competition and an evolving regulatory landscape. A reasonable approach is to size any position to what you can afford to lose, treat the model-based scenarios above as illustrations rather than promises, and weigh Decred's fundamentals against alternatives. This is information, not financial advice.
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Where to trade Decred
10 exchanges · sorted by volume| # | Exchange | Pair | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | HTX | DCR/USDT | $11.87 | Trade ↗ |
| 2 | Binance | DCR/USDT | $11.54 | Trade ↗ |
| 3 | Pionex | DCR/USDT | $11.56 | Trade ↗ |
| 4 | Kraken | DCR/USD | $11.57 | Trade ↗ |
| 5 | MEXC | DCR/USDT | $11.57 | Trade ↗ |
| 6 | CoinW | DCR/USDT | $11.60 | Trade ↗ |
| 7 | XT.COM | DCR/USDT | $11.55 | Trade ↗ |
| 8 | BYDFi | DCR/USDT | $11.55 | Trade ↗ |
| 9 | LATOKEN | DCR/USDT | $11.54 | Trade ↗ |
| 10 | BitKan | DCR/USDT | $11.56 | Trade ↗ |
Trust score reflects exchange liquidity, age, and order book depth (CoinGecko methodology). External links are not endorsements — always verify the exchange in your jurisdiction.
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Compared to peers
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Tokenomics & supply
Max supply: 21,000,000 DCR- Circulating 17,527,771 DCR 83.5%
- Issued but locked 197 DCR 0.0%
- Yet to be issued 3,472,032 DCR 16.5%
Capped supply — no further issuance possible above 21,000,000 DCR. Genesis year: 2016.
Decred price analysis
At $12.97, Decred (DCR) is currently deep in a drawdown from its all-time high. That is 94.8% below the record high of $247.35, and roughly 2,906% above the all-time low of $0.4315.
Momentum-wise, DCR has traded broadly sideways over the past month (-8.22% (7d), +3.95% (30d), -32.22% (1y)). With 24-hour volume at 1.7% of market cap, turnover is relatively thin, so larger orders can move the price more easily. Crypto prices are highly volatile; these readings describe recent history, not a forecast.
What drives the price of Decred?
As a privacy coin, demand for DCR reflects the value users place on confidential transactions, balanced against regulatory pressure that has led some exchanges to delist privacy assets.
Because the supply of Decred is hard-capped at 21,000,000 DCR, the scarcity narrative — fewer new tokens entering circulation over time — is a core part of its investment thesis.
Like nearly all crypto assets, DCR also trades with a strong correlation to Bitcoin and to overall risk appetite. Macro liquidity, US-dollar strength, interest-rate expectations, regulatory headlines and new exchange listings can all move the price independently of project fundamentals.
Risks & considerations
- High volatility. Decred can gain or lose a large share of its value in a short time. Over the past year alone DCR has moved about 32%.
- Regulatory uncertainty. Crypto rules differ by jurisdiction and continue to evolve, which can affect availability, liquidity and price.
- Delisting risk. Regulatory pressure on privacy assets has led some exchanges to remove them, reducing liquidity.
- Liquidity & concentration. Thinner markets and concentrated holdings can amplify price swings and make large positions hard to exit.
- Not advice. Only allocate capital you can afford to lose, and consider consulting a licensed financial adviser. Nothing on this page is personalised investment advice.
About Decred
Decred aims to build a community-directed digital currency whose security, adaptability, and sustainability make it a superior long-term store of value. It is achieving this aim by building the world's first truly decentralized autonomous organization.
Frequently asked questions about Decred
What is Decred (DCR)?
Decred (DCR) is a cryptocurrency listed on global exchanges and tracked across major data providers. It currently ranks #163 among all cryptocurrencies by total market value. It belongs to the Smart Contract Platform and Privacy Coins category. Live price, market cap, trading volume, and historical performance are displayed on this page and refreshed continuously.
When was Decred launched?
Decred launched on February 8, 2016, making it approximately 10.5 years old. Since then, the project has developed an ecosystem of users, developers, and applications around the DCR token.
How does Decred work?
Decred secures its blockchain through Blake-256-based consensus. Network participants validate transactions and produce new blocks according to protocol rules. Block production, transaction fees, and token issuance follow a deterministic schedule defined in the underlying codebase.
How much Decred is in circulation?
There are currently 17,527,771 DCR in circulation out of a maximum supply of 21,000,000, meaning approximately 83.5% of the total DCR that will ever exist has been issued. New tokens enter circulation through the protocol's pre-defined emission schedule.
What is the all-time high price of Decred?
Decred reached an all-time high of $247.35 on April 16, 2021. Currently the price sits 94.8% below this peak. All-time highs are useful benchmarks for assessing the asset's historical price range, but past performance does not predict future results.
How can I buy Decred?
Decred (DCR) is traded on most major cryptocurrency exchanges, including Binance, Coinbase, Kraken, OKX, Bybit, and Bitstamp. Availability depends on your jurisdiction and the exchange's listings. After purchase, many users transfer their DCR to a self-custody wallet for long-term storage. This information is educational and does not constitute investment advice.
Is Decred a good investment?
Cryptocurrencies, including Decred, are highly volatile and carry significant risk of loss. Over the past year, DCR has lost approximately 32.2% of its value. Whether Decred is appropriate for a given portfolio depends on the investor's individual risk tolerance, time horizon, and financial situation. Always research the project's fundamentals, understand the risks, and only allocate capital you can afford to lose. This page provides market data only, not personalised investment advice. Consider consulting a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.
How is Decred different from Bitcoin?
Bitcoin (BTC) was the first cryptocurrency, designed primarily as a digital store of value and peer-to-peer payment network with a fixed supply of 21 million coins. Decred (DCR) focuses on smart contract platform use cases, with a different technical design, supply schedule, and ecosystem. Bitcoin derives its value primarily from scarcity, security, and brand recognition, while Decred's value is tied to adoption within its specific use case and underlying network effects.
What is the market cap of Decred?
Decred (DCR) has a market capitalisation of approximately $227.34M, which ranks it #163 among all cryptocurrencies. Market cap is calculated as the circulating supply multiplied by the current price and is the most common way to compare the relative size of cryptocurrencies. It updates continuously as the price moves.
What determines the price of Decred?
The price of Decred (DCR) is set continuously by supply and demand across global exchanges. The main factors are its circulating and maximum supply, trading volume and liquidity, overall crypto-market sentiment, its correlation with Bitcoin, regulatory developments, and real adoption of the underlying network. Because the market trades 24 hours a day, the price can change at any moment.
What is the Decred price prediction?
No one can reliably predict the future price of Decred or any cryptocurrency. Where sufficient history is available, this page shows a model-based forecast range derived from historical volatility and trend — it should be read as a scenario illustration, not a target or a promise. Crypto prices are highly volatile and shaped by events no model can foresee, so always do your own research and never invest more than you can afford to lose.
Is Decred safe?
"Safe" depends on two separate things: how you hold Decred (DCR), and price risk. For custody, use reputable exchanges and consider a self-custody hardware wallet for larger amounts, and never share your private keys or seed phrase. For price, every cryptocurrency is volatile and can lose value quickly, so only commit capital you can afford to lose. Being listed on major exchanges is not an endorsement or a guarantee against loss.
Can I stake Decred?
Whether Decred can be staked depends on its consensus mechanism. Proof-of-Stake networks let holders lock DCR — by running a validator or delegating to one — to help secure the network and earn rewards. Check Decred's underlying technology first, use only reputable providers, and be aware that staked funds can face lock-up periods and, on some networks, slashing penalties.
Latest project announcements
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software_release · Jan 24, 2022
Decred v1.7.0 "Based Bison" has now been released. Everyone should upgrade their software at their earliest convenience to make sure they don't get left behind by the herd, and so we can begin voting as soon as possible. https://github.com/decred/decred-binaries/releases/tag/v1…
— International Ops Lead
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general · Oct 31, 2022
Decred News Update - Brazil's future President uses Decred time-stamping, LTC markets on DCRDEX, dcrd v1.7.5 & more! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OOWQ7sxr43E
— International Ops Lead
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general · Oct 19, 2022
Decred Journal – September 2022 Is here and it's huge! DCRDEX v0.5 public release now includes more wallet options and trading pairs including Litecoin LTC. Decred Lightning Network node count and capacity are also on the rise... https://www.decredmagazine.com/decred-journal-s…
— International Ops Lead
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software_release · Oct 14, 2022
Decred v1.7.5 is out, the release addresses a number of minor issues and updates Decrediton's bundled DCRDEX to the latest version for a better decentralized trading experience. Get it now at https://decred.org/.
— International Ops Lead
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software_release · Sep 30, 2022
DCRDEX v0.5.3 has landed with @Litecoin support. Users can now trade between $BTC and $LTC trustlessly via atomic swaps with no exchange fees, and while keeping custody of their coins the whole time. No intermediary coins, no middlemen, true decentralization. Coming soon™️: #…
— International Ops Lead