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Bridges & Wrong-Network Mistakes
Can You Recover Funds Sent to the Wrong Network?
Understand when wrong-network recovery may be possible and when it is unlikely.
Network map
What this means
Wrong-network recovery depends on address control, exchange support, chain compatibility, and whether the asset is accessible on the network used.
Core ideas
What to understand first
- If you control the destination private key, recovery may be possible on EVM chains.
- If an exchange controls the address, only the exchange can help.
- If the network is unsupported, recovery may be delayed or refused.
- If sent to a contract address, recovery may be impossible.
User checklist
What to check before moving assets
- Identify the exact network used.
- Identify who controls the receiving address.
- Check platform recovery policy if an exchange is involved.
- Preserve the transaction hash and details.
Risk note
Common mistakes to avoid
- No one can guarantee recovery for all wrong-network mistakes.
- Fake recovery services are common.
- Never share seed phrases or private keys.