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Why Is My Swap Failing? Common Fixes for New Users
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Learn why your Trust Wallet swaps might fail and discover clear solutions for gas limits, liquidity, and unsupported tokens to ensure smooth crypto transactions.
Swapping tokens in Trust Wallet is generally a straightforward process, but it’s not uncommon for new users to encounter failed transactions. Whether you’re swapping for the first time or have run into an error message, understanding why swaps fail and how to fix them can save you time, money, and frustration. This article breaks down the most common reasons swaps fail in Trust Wallet, including gas limits, liquidity issues, and unsupported tokens, and offers practical guidance to help you complete your transactions successfully.
Key Takeaways:
Failed swaps in Trust Wallet are caused by gas limit issues, insufficient liquidity, or unsupported tokens.
Checking gas fees, liquidity pools, and token compatibility before swapping helps prevent transaction failures.
Using the correct network, keeping your app updated, and adjusting settings like slippage tolerance can resolve swap errors.
How Trust Wallet’s Built-In Swap Feature Works
Trust Wallet offers a built-in decentralized exchange (DEX) feature, enabling you to swap tokens directly within the app. You don’t need to leave Trust Wallet or connect to external DEX platforms. You select the tokens you want to swap, choose the source and destination networks, and confirm the transaction all from the wallet interface. Trust Wallet’s swap function supports both interchain swaps (swapping tokens on the same blockchain) and cross-chain swaps (swapping tokens across different blockchains), making it possible to manage and diversify your crypto portfolio with ease.
When you initiate a swap, Trust Wallet aggregates liquidity from various decentralized sources in the background to offer you the best available rates. Trust Wallet handles the technical details, like routing and network selection, so you can focus on the swap itself. For a swap to succeed, several conditions must be met: the transaction must be processed by the blockchain, there must be enough liquidity for your chosen token pair, and both tokens must be supported by the swap feature. If any of these requirements are not satisfied, your swap may fail.
Gas Limits and Fees: The Cost of Blockchain Transactions
Every time you make a swap or any transaction on a blockchain using Trust Wallet, you must pay a fee. The fee is required by the network to process and confirm your transaction. The gas fee is usually paid in the blockchain’s native token.
The gas limit is the maximum computational effort you allow for your transaction. The gas limit sets an upper boundary for how much work the network can do to complete your transaction. If the gas limit is too low, your transaction may not be completed and will fail.
It is important to have more of the token in your wallet than the amount you want to swap. The fee is charged separately from the amount you are swapping. If you only have the exact amount you want to swap and nothing extra, your transaction will not go through.
Liquidity: The Backbone of Successful Swaps
Liquidity is the amount of tokens available for a particular trading pair. If there isn’t enough liquidity for the pair you want to swap, your transaction may fail or result in a much worse price than expected. Liquidity issues are particularly common with new or less popular tokens.
You can sometimes resolve low liquidity issues by swapping smaller amounts or adjusting your slippage tolerance in the swap settings. You must be aware that increasing slippage tolerance may result in receiving less value for your tokens. Always check swap details before confirming.
Unsupported Tokens and Token Tax Issues
Not all tokens are supported for swaps within Trust Wallet. Some tokens have special mechanics, like transaction taxes or custom transfer logic, which can make them incompatible with the in-app swap feature. If you try to swap such a token, you might see an error or find that the swap option is unavailable.
Trust Wallet uses external services to verify token information. If a token’s tax value is unknown or it’s on a deny list, swaps may be blocked to protect you from failed transactions or unexpected fees.
Network Selection and Congestion
Trust Wallet supports multiple blockchains, and each token operates on a specific network. Swaps will only work if you’re connected to the correct network for the tokens you want to exchange. Attempting a swap on the wrong network will cause the transaction to fail. Heavy network congestion can delay or prevent swaps, especially if gas fees are set too low.
Always verify that you’re on the right network and consider increasing your gas fee during busy periods to improve your swap’s chances of success.
Keeping Your App Updated and Avoiding Glitches
Sometimes, swap failures happen because of outdated app versions or temporary software glitches. Keeping your Trust Wallet app up to date ensures compatibility with the latest blockchain standards and fixes known bugs. If you encounter persistent issues, try clearing your app cache, restarting your device, or reinstalling the app.
How to Swap ETH for BNB
You can swap crypto using Trust Wallet via our trusted partners. Here’s how:
Select “Swap” from the Trust Wallet home screen.
Ensure Ethereum is selected in the “From” network field, and choose ETH as your token
Ensure BNB Smart Chain is selected in the “To” network field, and choose BNB as your token.
Check your swap settings
Enter the amount of ETH you would like to swap.
Select “Continue” and complete the remaining steps.
Moving Forward with Confidence
Understanding how Trust Wallet’s in-app swap feature works and what can cause a swap to fail puts you in control of your crypto transactions. When you pay attention to gas fees, liquidity, token compatibility, and network selection, you make your swapping experience smoother and more reliable. With these insights, you’ll be better equipped to navigate the world of decentralized finance and avoid common pitfalls.
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