How to check the status of a transaction from Coinbase Wallet?

Understanding Transaction Verification in Coinbase Wallet

1. Open the Coinbase Wallet application on your mobile device and navigate to the home screen where your asset balances are displayed. Locate the transaction in question by tapping on the 'Activity' or 'Transactions' tab, which lists all incoming and outgoing movements of funds.

2. Select the specific transaction you wish to inspect. This action will open a detailed view showing the sender, recipient, amount, network fee, and timestamp. This information is pulled directly from the blockchain and reflects the current state of the transaction.

3. Within the transaction details, look for a status indicator. Common statuses include “Pending,” “Confirmed,” or “Failed.” A pending transaction means it has been broadcast to the network but not yet included in a block.

4. If the transaction shows as confirmed, the number of confirmations will also be visible. Each confirmation represents a new block added to the chain since the one containing your transaction. Higher confirmation counts increase certainty that the transaction is irreversible.

5. In cases where a transaction remains pending for an extended period, check the gas or network fee attached. Low fees may result in delays, especially during times of high network congestion on blockchains like Ethereum.

Using Blockchain Explorers to Track Transactions

1. Tap on the transaction within Coinbase Wallet and select the option to “View on Blockchain Explorer.” This will redirect you to a third-party website such as Etherscan for Ethereum-based assets or Blockchair for Bitcoin.

2. The explorer page displays comprehensive data including the transaction hash (TxID), block number, confirmations, and real-time status. You can verify whether the transaction has been mined and how many nodes have validated it.

3. Search manually by copying the transaction ID from your wallet and pasting it into the search bar of the respective blockchain explorer if automatic redirection fails.

4. On the explorer, observe the “Status” field. For Ethereum, a successful transaction will show “Success,” while failed ones display “Fail” along with a reason code. Bitcoin transactions typically don’t fail once confirmed unless they are double-spent or invalid.

5. Monitor the mempool section of the explorer if the transaction isn’t confirmed. The mempool lists unconfirmed transactions waiting to be picked up by miners or validators. High network traffic often causes backlogs here.

Resolving Common Transaction Issues

1. If a transaction is stuck due to low fees, some networks allow for a “Replace-By-Fee” (RBF) mechanism. While Coinbase Wallet does not always support RBF, you can sometimes accelerate confirmation by resubmitting with a higher fee using advanced wallet tools.

2. Double-check the recipient address for accuracy. Sending funds to an incorrect address cannot be reversed, and such transactions will still appear in your history as completed if broadcasted successfully.

3. Ensure you're on the correct network. Attempting to send tokens over a different chain than intended—such as sending ERC-20 tokens via BSC—will result in permanent loss. Always confirm the network type before initiating transfers.

4. Contact Coinbase Wallet support only if the transaction doesn't appear in the blockchain explorer at all despite being visible in the app. This could indicate a syncing issue between the wallet interface and the actual blockchain ledger.

5. Avoid repeating transactions without confirmation. Doing so may lead to duplicate spending attempts, especially if the original transaction eventually confirms after a delay.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a typical transaction take to confirm?Transaction speed depends on the blockchain used and current network load. Ethereum transactions usually confirm within seconds to minutes under normal conditions, though high congestion can extend this to hours. Bitcoin averages 10 minutes per confirmation but may take longer during peak usage.

Can I cancel a transaction once it’s sent?No, blockchain transactions are irreversible once broadcast. If the transaction is still pending, certain wallets allow cancellation via a zero-value replacement transaction with a higher gas fee, but Coinbase Wallet offers limited control over this process.

What does a red exclamation mark mean on a transaction?A red icon typically indicates failure. This could stem from insufficient gas, a rejected smart contract execution, or network errors during submission. Review the linked blockchain explorer for technical details behind the failure.

Why does my transaction show in the wallet but not on the explorer?This discrepancy suggests the transaction was created locally but not properly broadcast to the network. It may remain in a pending state indefinitely. Restarting the app or checking internet connectivity might resolve syncing issues.