Send Your First Transaction: Like Email—but for Money
Sending cypto is just like sending an email, but it’s for money.
Goal: Move a small amount of crypto from your exchange or wallet A → wallet B without losing a single satoshi.
Who’s it for? Anyone who just bought crypto and is ready to prove they’re Web3‑functional.
Time required: 10–12 minutes (including a safe “test send”).
1 • Why This Step Trips Up Beginners
- Scary irreversible transfers—no “bank reversal” button.
- Confusing address formats (0x, bc1, SOL, etc.).
- High gas fees if you pick the wrong network or time of day.
- Horror stories of typos burning funds forever.
We’ll dodge all of that with a two‑step test method and a simple fee‑saving trick.
2 • Get the Address Right (2 Minutes)
| Chain | Address Looks Like | Networks in Exchange Drop‑Down | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethereum (ERC‑20) | 0xA3…D4c9 | ERC‑20 / Ethereum | High gas during US hours |
| BNB Smart Chain | 0xA3…D4c9 (same format!) | BEP‑20 / BSC | 95 % cheaper fees |
| Bitcoin | bc1q…xyz or 1Fz… | BTC / Native SegWit | Slower confirms |
| Solana | 6oT3…xPq | SOL | Fractions of a cent fee |
Golden Rule: Network in your wallet = network you select in the exchange. A mismatch burns funds.
3 • The Two‑Step Test Send (6 Minutes)
A) Prepare
- Open Wallet B (destination) → tap Receive → copy full address.
- On Wallet/Exchange A hit Withdraw / Send.
B) Test Transaction (₫25 000 / $1 Equivalent)
- Paste the destination address (double‑check first & last 4 chars).
- Select network that matches.
- Enter a tiny amount (e.g., 0.00003 BTC).
- Note the fee and ETA shown.
- Confirm → enter 2FA.
C) Verify Arrival
- Wait for 1 network confirmation (BSC ~3 s, BTC ~10 min).
- Check that the exact amount minus fee arrived.
- Celebrate with a coffee emoji ☕️—you’re halfway there!
D) Send the Rest
- Repeat with the remaining balance. Same steps, bigger amount.
Why not all at once? Mistyped address = total loss. A $1 test is cheap insurance.
4 • Slash Your Gas Fees (Optional 2 Minutes)
| Gas‑Saving Trick | Savings | How‑To | Monetisation Hook |
| Switch to BNB Smart Chain | ~95 % vs Ethereum | Add BSC to MetaMask (see Wallet guide) | Binance bridge affiliate |
| Use Layer‑2 (Arbitrum/Optimism) | ~90 % | Bridge ETH → Arbitrum | Layer‑2 Mini Course upsell |
| Send during low congestion(UTC 03:00–06:00) | 30–50 % | Check gas tracker inside guide | Gas Fee Calculator lead magnet |
Grab our “Gas Fee Sniper Sheet” (Google Sheet + alerts) by dropping your email below ➡️ email capture modal.
5 • Safety First Cheat‑Sheet
- Copy‑paste > manual typing (human eyes mix 0/O; l/1).
- Verify the middle of address too (phishers spoof first & last).
- Use QR scan on mobile to avoid paste‑jacking malware.
- Never click ads for “Metamask Support” on Google—it’s always fake.
- Keep 2FA ON even after you withdraw from the exchange.
6 • Next Skill‑Ups
- Earn Interest with DeFi → put that crypto to work (8 % APY guide).
- Layer‑2 Deep Dive Mini Course (Rp 600 000 / $40) → save gas like a pro.
- NFT Time? → Buy Your First NFT safely.
FAQ
Q: The transaction shows “Pending” for 30 min—did I lose it?
A: Probably network congestion. Check the TxID on a block explorer. If it’s stuck >2 hrs, you may need to re‑broadcast with higher gas (covered in Layer‑2 course).
Q: Can I cancel a BTC transaction?
A: Not once it’s broadcast. Use the test‑send method to avoid regrets.
Q: Why does the fee look huge on Ethereum?
A: ETH base fee spikes when NFT mints or memecoin manias happen. Either wait or use BSC/Arbitrum instead.
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Last updated 31 July 2025