Safe Transactions

Protect yourself when sending and receiving cryptocurrency.

Before Sending

Verify the Address

Triple-Check Recipients:

  • First 6 characters

  • Last 6 characters

  • Full address if possible

  • Use QR codes when available

Confirm Via Second Channel:

  • If sending to friend, call/text to confirm address

  • Don't trust single message

  • Verify it's really them

Check Network:

  • Kaspa address starts with kaspa:

  • Not Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other chains

  • Sending to wrong network = permanent loss

Start Small

Test Transactions:

  1. Send small amount first (e.g., 1 KAS)

  2. Confirm recipient received it

  3. Then send larger amount

  4. Worth the extra fee for peace of mind

For Large Amounts:

  • Always test first

  • Confirm receipt

  • Verify address matches

  • Then send full amount

Review Carefully

Confirmation Screen:

  • Recipient address correct?

  • Amount is right (check decimals)?

  • Fee is reasonable?

  • Total makes sense?

Don't Rush:

  • Take your time

  • Read everything

  • Transactions are irreversible

  • No hurry is worth a mistake

During Sending

Secure Environment

Network Security:

  • Use trusted Wi-Fi

  • Avoid public Wi-Fi for large transactions

  • Consider VPN

  • Mobile data often safer

Device Security:

  • No one watching over shoulder

  • Private location

  • Device not compromised

  • Antivirus/security updated

Authentication:

  • Biometric for every send

  • Don't bypass security

  • Confirm it's really you

After Sending

Verify Completion

Check Transaction:

  • Status changes to "Confirmed"

  • Save transaction ID

  • Screenshot for records

  • Verify on block explorer

Confirm with Recipient:

  • Ask them to acknowledge receipt

  • Share transaction ID

  • Verify amount matches

  • Peace of mind

Record Keeping

Save Details:

  • Transaction ID

  • Date and time

  • Amount sent

  • Recipient

  • Purpose

Tax Records:

  • May need for accounting

  • Capital gains calculations

  • Business expenses

  • Donation receipts

When Receiving

Share Address Safely

Your Address:

  • Safe to share publicly

  • Give out freely

  • Use QR code when possible

  • Verify they received correct address

Specify Amount:

  • If expecting payment, state amount

  • Reduces confusion

  • Easier to verify

  • Professional

Confirm Receipt:

  • Check transaction appears

  • Wait for confirmation

  • Notify sender it arrived

  • Thank them

Common Scams to Avoid

Address Swapping

  • Malware changes copied address

  • Always verify after pasting

  • Check first & last 6 characters

  • Use QR codes when possible

Fake Payment Confirmations

  • Scammer sends fake screenshot

  • Always verify on blockchain

  • Check your own wallet

  • Don't trust images

Phishing Addresses

  • Look-alike addresses

  • Similar characters (0 vs O)

  • Verify carefully

  • Use address book for frequent contacts

Impersonation

  • Fake support asking for payment

  • Kasanova never asks you to send KAS

  • Verify via official channels

  • Don't trust unsolicited messages

Marketplace Transactions

Use PSKT-Based

  • Kasanova marketplace is safe

  • Atomic swaps protect both parties

  • No trust needed

  • Payment and delivery simultaneous

Avoid Off-Platform

  • Don't trade outside marketplace

  • No protection from scams

  • Trust required

  • Use marketplace for safety

Privacy Considerations

Address Reuse:

  • Same address for all receives is fine

  • But reduces privacy

  • All transactions linkable

  • Consider new addresses for privacy

Public Blockchain:

  • All transactions are public

  • Anyone can see amounts

  • Addresses visible

  • Balance calculable

Anonymity:

  • Kaspa addresses not linked to identity

  • But can be traced if you reveal

  • Don't share addresses publicly if privacy important

  • Use different addresses for different purposes

Emergency Situations

Sent to Wrong Address:

  • Cannot be reversed

  • Contact recipient if known

  • Ask them to return (no guarantee)

  • Expensive mistake—verify first

Wallet Compromised:

  • Transfer funds immediately to new wallet

  • Create new wallet (new seed phrase)

  • Send all funds to new wallet

  • Abandon old wallet

Suspicious Activity:

  • Check recent transactions

  • Verify all are yours

  • If unauthorized, wallet is compromised

  • Transfer to new wallet immediately

Best Practices Summary

✅ Always verify addresses multiple ways ✅ Use test transactions for large amounts ✅ Keep records of all transactions ✅ Confirm receipts with recipients ✅ Use secure connections for transactions ✅ Save transaction IDs for proof ✅ Be patient and careful

❌ Don't rush transactions ❌ Don't trust without verification ❌ Don't ignore warnings ❌ Don't send to unverified addresses ❌ Don't trade off-platform ❌ Don't share your seed phrase

Next Steps

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