> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.okkult.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.okkult.io/shield/private-transfer.md). # Private transfer ## Private transfer A private transfer spends shielded UTXOs and creates new shielded UTXOs. The transfer keeps value inside the shielded pool. ### Steps 1. Open the private transfer flow. 2. Select the shielded balance to spend. 3. Enter the recipient's private destination. 4. Confirm the amount. 5. Generate and submit the transfer proof. ### What changes on-chain ``` Inputs: existing commitments Outputs: new commitments Verification: transfer verifier contract Result: shielded state update ``` ### Notes * Recipient handling depends on the destination format used in the app. * A transfer does not expose the full private state. * Final settlement still uses Ethereum transactions. ### Next Steps * Read **0zk address**. * Review **Unshield assets**. * Check the **FAQ**. --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter: ``` GET https://docs.okkult.io/shield/private-transfer.md?ask= ``` The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.