Using a Block Explorer to Track Crypto Transfers

Overview

When you send or receive cryptocurrency through Slash, your transfer is recorded on a public blockchain. A block explorer is a free online tool that lets you look up and verify the status of any blockchain transaction. This article explains how to use a block explorer to track your crypto transfers.

What Is a Block Explorer?

A block explorer is a website that indexes blockchain data and makes it searchable. Think of it like a search engine for the blockchain. You can use it to verify that a transfer was sent, confirm when it arrived, and see the current number of network confirmations.

Each blockchain network has its own explorers. Here are the most common ones for networks supported by Slash:

• Ethereum: etherscan.io
• Solana: solscan.io
• Tron: tronscan.org
• Base: basescan.org
• Polygon: polygonscan.com
• Stellar: stellarchain.io
• Arbitrum: arbiscan.io
• Optimism: optimistic.etherscan.io
• Avalanche: snowtrace.io

How to Track a Crypto Transfer

Step 1: Find Your Transaction Hash

In Slash, navigate to your transaction history and locate the crypto transfer you want to track. Click on the transaction to open its details. Copy the Transaction Hash (also called a TXID). This is a long string of letters and numbers that uniquely identifies your transaction on the blockchain.

Step 2: Open the Appropriate Block Explorer

Go to the block explorer for the network your transfer used. For example, if you sent USDC on Ethereum, use Etherscan. If you sent USDT on Tron, use Tronscan.

Step 3: Search for Your Transaction

Paste your transaction hash into the search bar and press Enter. The explorer will display the full details of your transaction.

Step 4: Review the Transaction Details

The transaction page shows key information including:

• Status: Success, Pending, or Failed
• Block: The block number where your transaction was recorded
• Timestamp: When the transaction was confirmed
• From: The sender's wallet address
• To: The recipient's wallet address
• Value: The amount transferred
• Confirmations: How many blocks have been added since your transaction (more confirmations = more secure)

Understanding Transaction Status

When checking your transaction, you may see different statuses:

Success: Your transfer completed and was confirmed on the blockchain. The funds have been sent to the destination address.

Pending: Your transaction has been submitted to the network but hasn't been confirmed yet. This is normal and typically resolves within a few minutes, though network congestion can cause delays.

Failed: The transaction was rejected by the network. This can happen due to insufficient gas fees, smart contract errors, or network issues. Failed transactions do not transfer funds.

What If My Transaction Isn't Showing?

If you can't find your transaction on a block explorer, there are a few possible reasons:

• The transaction is still processing. Some transactions take time to appear, especially during high network activity. Wait a few minutes and try again.
• Wrong network selected. Make sure you're using the block explorer for the correct blockchain network.
• Incorrect transaction hash. Double-check that you copied the full transaction hash without any extra spaces.

If the transaction still doesn't appear after 30 minutes and your Slash dashboard shows it as completed, contact Slash support for assistance.

Need More Help?

If you have questions about a specific crypto transfer or need help interpreting what you see on a block explorer, contact Slash support through the app or at support@slash.fi.