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USDT TRC20 vs BEP20 — Which Should You Use?
GoldVault Pro accepts USDT deposits on TRC20 (Tron) and BEP20 (BNB Chain). They hold the same value but live on different blockchains.
| TRC20 | BEP20 | |
|---|---|---|
| Blockchain | Tron | BNB Chain |
| Address format | Starts with T… | Starts with 0x… |
| Typical fees | Low | Low |
| Use for | Your deposit address in the app | Your deposit address in the app |
Important
Always send USDT on the network that matches the address you were given. Sending TRC20 to a BEP20 address (or vice versa) can cause loss. Read USDT deposits for the full deposit process.
Quick answers
Are TRC20 and BEP20 USDT worth the same?
Yes — both are 1 USDT each; they just move on different chains.
What happens if I send on the wrong network?
The transfer may be lost or require recovery; always double-check.