Overview
Sending crypto currency in wrong address or wrong chain:
Sending cryptocurrency to the wrong address or on the wrong chain can be problematic, and the outcome depends on a few factors:
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Wrong Address on the Same Chain:
- If you send cryptocurrency to an incorrect address on the same blockchain, it usually means the funds are lost. For example, if you send Bitcoin to a Bitcoin address that doesn’t belong to anyone, or if it’s an address that doesn’t match the address format of the destination, those funds are generally irretrievable.
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Wrong Chain:
- If you send tokens or coins on the wrong blockchain, like sending Ethereum (ETH) to a Bitcoin address or ERC-20 tokens to a non-Ethereum address, the funds are usually lost. This happens because the two chains have different protocols and do not recognize each other’s transactions or addresses.
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Wrong Chain with Compatible Tokens:
- If you send tokens to a wrong chain but the token standard is compatible (e.g., ERC-20 tokens on Ethereum vs. BEP-20 tokens on Binance Smart Chain), it might be possible to recover them with technical expertise. This often requires interacting with the contract on the wrong chain or using a bridge or recovery service, but it’s complex and not guaranteed.
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Recovery Options:
- Funds sent to wrong addresses or chains are not recoverable. Winvest will not cover any losses under those circumstances.
In general, it’s crucial to double-check addresses and chain compatibility before making any transactions to avoid these issues.
Refunds
You can withdraw your balance anytime with a 3 business days processing time. Or you can file a refund, once your refund request is received and inspected, we will send you an email for notification, your refund(with no interest)will be processed, a transaction fee will be charged.
Any refund requests duo to wrong wallet addresses or chains will be rejected.
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