πŸš€ How to find a transaction HASH and what are cryptocurrency networks?

You sent cryptocurrency, and the seller suddenly asks:

β€œPlease send the TxID and specify the transfer network!” πŸ€”

Don’t worry β€” let’s break down in detail what this β€œnetwork” is, why it’s important, and how to quickly find your transaction in any blockchain!


πŸ“Œ What is a cryptocurrency network?

A cryptocurrency network (blockchain) is a decentralized database where all transactions of a specific cryptocurrency are recorded. Each cryptocurrency has its own network, so it’s important to select the correct one when transferring funds.


πŸ” Why is this important?

If you send cryptocurrency using the wrong network, your funds could be lost or delayed. That’s why it’s crucial to always double-check the network before making a transfer!


Here are some of the most common networks and the cryptocurrencies they support:

  • 🟠 Bitcoin – Bitcoin (BTC)

  • πŸ”· Ethereum – Ethereum (ETH), USDT ERC-20, USDC ERC-20, and other ERC-20 tokens

  • πŸ’Ž Binance Smart Chain (BSC) – BNB, USDT BEP-20, CAKE, and other BEP-20 tokens

  • ⚑ Solana – Solana (SOL), USDC, NFTs, and other SPL tokens

  • πŸŒ€ Polygon – MATIC, USDT, USDC, and other tokens

  • πŸ’Έ XRP Ledger – Ripple (XRP)

  • 🧠 Cardano – Cardano (ADA)

  • 🐢 Dogecoin – Dogecoin (DOGE)

  • πŸͺ™ TRON – TRON (TRX), USDT TRC-20

  • 🧱 TON – Toncoin (TON)


πŸ“Œ What is a Blockchain explorer?

πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈ A blockchain explorer is a website that allows you to view and track transactions of any cryptocurrency in real-time.

With a TxID (Transaction Hash) in a blockchain explorer, you can check:

  • πŸ“¬ Sender and receiver addresses

  • πŸ’° Amount and transaction fee

  • βœ… Transaction status

  • πŸ—“οΈ Date and time of the transfer


πŸ“Œ How to find the sending network and TxID?

Here’s how to do it in popular services:

1️⃣ MetaMask 🦊

  • Open MetaMask β†’ go to Activity.

  • Click on the transaction β†’ β€œCopy transaction ID”.

  • The network (Ethereum, BSC, Polygon) is shown at the top of MetaMask.

2️⃣ Trust Wallet πŸ“±

  • Open Trust Wallet β†’ select History.

  • Tap on the transaction.

  • Copy the transaction hash.

  • The network name is shown at the very bottom.

3️⃣ Exchanges (Binance, Bybit, OKX, etc.) πŸ’±

  • Go to the β€œTransaction History” or β€œWithdrawal” section.

  • Open the transaction, find the TxID and the specified network (ERC-20, BEP-20, etc.).


Here is a handy list of blockchain explorers for various cryptocurrency networks:

🟠 Bitcoin (BTC)


πŸ”· Ethereum (ETH)


πŸ’Ž Binance Smart Chain (BSC)


⚑ Solana (SOL)


πŸŒ€ Polygon (MATIC)


πŸ’Έ XRP Ledger (XRP)


🧠 Cardano (ADA)


🐢 Dogecoin (DOGE)


πŸͺ™ TRON (TRX)


🧱 TON (Toncoin)


πŸ“Œ Example of checking a transaction on Ethereum

πŸ‘‰ Paste the TxID (for example): 0xb4bc263278d3f77a652a8d73a6bfd8ec0ba1a63923bbb4f38147fb8a943da26d into Etherscan.io and get detailed information.

  • πŸ“€ Sender address

  • πŸ“₯ Recipient address

  • πŸ’° Amount in ETH

  • βœ… Confirmation status

  • β›½ Transaction fee (gas)

  • πŸ—“οΈ Date and time of the transaction


πŸ“ Final tips

βœ… Always verify the network before sending cryptocurrency. βœ… Use reliable blockchain explorers. βœ… Save the TxID of important transactions in case of any disputes.

Now you're fully ready to identify the correct network and track any transaction using its TxID! πŸŽ‰


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