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Bridges & Wrong-Network Mistakes
What Happens if You Send Crypto to the Wrong Network?
A realistic explanation of wrong-network transfers and why recovery depends on custody, chain compatibility, and platform support.
Network map
What this means
Wrong-network transfers may still exist on-chain, but recovery depends on who controls the destination address and whether the receiving platform supports that network.
Core ideas
What to understand first
- The transaction may be confirmed on the chain actually used.
- The receiving platform may not monitor that chain.
- EVM-compatible addresses can make mistakes more confusing.
- Recovery is not guaranteed.
User checklist
What to check before moving assets
- Find the transaction on the network actually used.
- Confirm the destination address.
- Check whether you or a platform controls that address.
- Contact official support if the address belongs to an exchange.
Risk note
Common mistakes to avoid
- Recovery scammers often target wrong-network mistakes.
- Do not send more funds to recover the first transfer.
- Some wrong-network deposits are permanently unrecoverable.