Lesson 2 of 34 min

One coin, multiple networks

USDT and USDC exist on multiple networks at the same time: Tron, Ethereum, Solana, Polygon, Arbitrum, Base and BSC.

Separate balance per network

On SnowBridge, USDT on Tron and USDT on Ethereum are different balances. That's why you see the coin accompanied by the network, like USDT Tron.

How to choose the network

  • Use the network that your exchange or wallet offers for sending.
  • Compare the network fee: some are much cheaper than others.
  • Prefer the network you already use, to avoid mistakes.

Native coins

ETH, SOL, BNB, TRX and POL are the native coins of each network. The address for each one is displayed separately, in the coin's wallet.

BTC

BTC has its own network. It enters and exits only through the Bitcoin network.

Summary

  • The same coin on different networks is a different balance.
  • Choose the network that your source offers and compare the fee.

Quick check

USDT on Tron and USDT on Ethereum are:
Through which network does BTC enter and exit?