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Exchange Deposit Network Mistakes
Learn how exchange deposit network mistakes happen and what users should check before depositing crypto.
Network map
What this means
Exchange deposit mistakes happen when the asset network used for withdrawal does not match the network supported by the deposit address.
Core ideas
What to understand first
- Exchanges may support several networks for the same asset.
- The deposit network must match the withdrawal network.
- Some networks have minimum deposit requirements.
- Unsupported network deposits may require manual recovery or may be lost.
User checklist
What to check before moving assets
- Check the exchange deposit network first.
- Match the withdrawal network exactly.
- Use a small test transfer for large or unfamiliar deposits.
- Save the transaction hash.
Risk note
Common mistakes to avoid
- Stablecoin deposits are especially prone to network mistakes.
- Exchange recovery may take time and may involve fees.
- Fake exchange support accounts are common.