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What happens if I send an ERC-20 token to BSC?
What happens if I send an ERC-20 token to BSC?
Lucia
Wed Jul 10 2024
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If I accidentally send an ERC-20 token, which is designed for the Ethereum network, to the Binance Smart Chain (BSC), what are the potential consequences? Will the transaction fail, or will the tokens be lost forever? Is there a way to retrieve the tokens if they are indeed sent to the wrong blockchain? Understanding the cross-chain compatibility and potential risks involved in such transactions is crucial for protecting my crypto assets. What are the recommended steps I should take in this scenario?
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KimchiChic
Fri Jul 12 2024
Notably, your BSC and Ethereum wallet addresses, although used on different networks, are identical. This means you can access both addresses using the same private key.
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Chloe_thompson_artist
Fri Jul 12 2024
For instance, if you send Ethereum (ETH) to BSC, it will not appear as ETH in your BSC wallet. Instead, it will be converted into a BEP-20 token that is pegged to the value of Ether.
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Giovanni
Fri Jul 12 2024
This BEP-20 token represents your ETH holdings on the BSC network. You can interact with this token as you would with any other BEP-20 asset, such as trading it or using it in decentralized applications.
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ShintoMystical
Fri Jul 12 2024
When it comes to transferring ERC-20 tokens to the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) or BEP-20 tokens to Ethereum, it's important to understand the underlying mechanics.
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CharmedSun
Fri Jul 12 2024
It's crucial to be aware of this conversion process when transferring tokens between different blockchains. Failing to do so could result in the loss of funds or unexpected outcomes.
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