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What is a transaction hash, and how do I use it to track a transfer?

A transaction hash is the public identifier of an on-chain transaction. Search it on the correct network’s block explorer to verify its status, addresses, amount, confirmations, token transfers, and fees.

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A transaction hash, also called a transaction ID or TXID, is a unique identifier generated for an on-chain transaction. It allows you to locate the transaction on a blockchain explorer and independently verify what happened.

A transaction hash can show:

  • Whether the transaction is pending, successful, failed, or reverted
  • The sending and receiving addresses
  • The block containing the transaction
  • The timestamp and confirmation count
  • The transferred native asset or ERC-20 token
  • The network fee and gas used
  • Token-transfer records and smart-contract activity

To track a transfer:

  1. Copy the transaction hash from the Senpero trade details or your wallet.
  2. Open an explorer for the correct network. A hash searched on the wrong network may return no result.
  3. Paste the hash into the explorer’s search field.
  4. Check the status and confirmation count.
  5. Compare the asset, amount, network, and destination address with the trade details.

For a smart-contract escrow transaction, the primary destination may appear as the escrow contract rather than the final recipient. Review the token-transfer records, internal transfers, and transaction logs when applicable.

If the explorer cannot find the hash, check for:

  • The wrong blockchain network
  • A copied character missing from the hash
  • A transaction that was not successfully broadcast
  • Temporary RPC or explorer indexing delays
  • A transaction that was dropped or replaced

Do not confuse a transaction hash with a wallet address, block hash, Senpero order number, or bank-transfer reference.

Transaction hashes are public and safe to use for verification, but they can reveal wallet activity and address relationships. Avoid posting them publicly unless necessary. No legitimate transaction check requires your seed phrase, private key, password, or authentication code.

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