What to do if a Trust Wallet transaction is stuck?

Understanding Stuck Transactions in Trust Wallet

When a Trust Wallet transaction is stuck, it typically means that the transaction has been broadcasted to the blockchain network but has not yet been confirmed. This can happen for various reasons, including low gas fees, network congestion, or wallet synchronization issues. A stuck transaction remains in a 'pending' state and does not disappear until it either gets confirmed or is dropped by the network.

It's important to understand that once a transaction is sent from your wallet, you cannot cancel or reverse it directly. However, there are several strategies you can employ to resolve a stuck transaction depending on the blockchain involved—most commonly Ethereum or Binance Smart Chain.

Checking the Transaction Status

The first step when dealing with a stuck Trust Wallet transaction is to check its current status using a blockchain explorer. Open the transaction details in Trust Wallet, then click on the transaction ID (TXID), which will redirect you to the corresponding explorer like Etherscan for Ethereum or BscScan for Binance transactions.

• Verify if the transaction shows as 'Pending' or 'Dropped/Replaced'
• Check the gas price set for the transaction
• Look at the number of confirmations—if it’s zero, the transaction is still pending

If the transaction appears as 'Dropped/Replaced', it means the network discarded it due to higher-priority transactions or because another transaction from the same wallet address was processed first.

Speeding Up or Replacing the Transaction

If the transaction remains in a 'Pending' state, you may be able to speed it up or replace it using Trust Wallet's built-in options:

• Open the Transaction Details screen in Trust Wallet
• Tap on 'Speed Up' to increase the gas fee, encouraging miners or validators to prioritize your transaction
• Alternatively, tap 'Cancel', which will attempt to replace the original transaction with one that has a higher gas price but sends zero value

These actions work only if the original transaction hasn’t already been confirmed. If the transaction eventually confirms after being stuck, both the original and replacement transactions may get executed, so caution is advised.

You must ensure your wallet is updated to the latest version to access these features reliably.

Manually Resubmitting the Transaction

If Trust Wallet doesn't allow you to speed up or cancel the transaction, you can manually resubmit it using a custom nonce:

• Go to Settings > Advanced > Custom Nonce
• Find the nonce value of the stuck transaction via the blockchain explorer
• Set the same nonce in Trust Wallet and resend the transaction with a higher gas price

This method replaces the old transaction in the mempool (memory pool) of the network. Be extremely careful with nonces—using an incorrect value can cause further delays or errors.

Ensure that the gas limit and gas price are set appropriately before resending. Tools like GasNow or BscGas can help determine optimal gas prices for faster confirmation.

Contacting Support and Additional Checks

If none of the above methods work, consider reaching out to Trust Wallet support through their official channels. Provide them with the transaction hash and any relevant screenshots for quicker assistance.

Also, verify the following:

• Your device has sufficient internet connectivity
• Trust Wallet is synced with the correct network
• You’re using the latest version of Trust Wallet

Sometimes, simply closing and reopening the app or switching networks temporarily can refresh the transaction status.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can a stuck transaction affect future transactions?Yes, if the stuck transaction uses a specific nonce, subsequent transactions with lower nonces will not be processed until the stuck one is resolved.

Q: Why do transactions get stuck even with high gas fees?Network congestion or sudden spikes in demand can still delay transactions, even those with high gas fees. It depends on how many other users are competing for block space at that time.

Q: How long can a transaction remain stuck?There's no fixed time limit. Some transactions get cleared within minutes, while others may take hours or even days during peak times. Eventually, most stuck transactions are dropped by the network.

Q: Is there a way to prevent transactions from getting stuck?Always use recommended gas settings provided by Trust Wallet or third-party gas estimators. During busy periods, manually increasing the gas price slightly can reduce the chance of delays.