Trust Wallet is a leading mobile cryptocurrency wallet designed for securely storing, managing, and trading digital assets. Acquired by Binance in 2018, it supports multiple blockchains like Ethereum and Binance Smart Chain, along with cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and ERC-20 tokens. Below, we outline actionable methods to cancel pending transactions in Trust Wallet.
Causes of Pending Transactions
1. Network Congestion
High demand periods slow transaction confirmations due to blockchain traffic.
2. Low Gas Fees
Miners prioritize transactions with higher gas prices, leaving underfunded transactions pending.
3. Connectivity Issues
Temporary disruptions in internet or app functionality delay broadcasts.
4. Smart Contract Complexity
Transactions involving intricate contract logic require longer processing times.
5. Nonce Conflicts
Out-of-sequence transaction numbers from the same wallet address create bottlenecks.
6. Incorrect Gas Limits
Setting insufficient gas prevents completion, causing perpetual "pending" status.
Steps to Cancel Pending Transactions
Method 1: Wait for Automatic Processing
- Allow time for network conditions to improve.
- Ideal for non-urgent transactions; duration varies based on congestion.
Method 2: Manually Cancel via Override
- Note the nonce (sequence number) of the stuck transaction.
- Initiate a new transaction sending 0 ETH to your own wallet.
- In settings, input the original nonce and increase gas fees.
- Confirm to override the pending transaction.
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Method 3: Resend Transaction
- Identify the oldest pending transaction’s nonce.
- Create a new transaction with identical details but higher gas fees.
- Replace the nonce to match the original.
- Verify transaction data for token/contract interactions.
- Submit to replace the stuck transaction.
FAQs
How long do Trust Wallet transactions stay pending?
From minutes to hours, depending on network load and gas fees.
What if my transaction is stuck indefinitely?
- Enable RBF (Replace-By-Fee) if supported.
- Use paid acceleration services.
- Contact Trust Wallet support.
Are there fees to cancel pending transactions?
No direct fees, but resending requires adjusted (usually higher) gas costs.
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Can I prevent pending transactions?
- Set optimal gas fees via tools like ETH Gas Station.
- Avoid spamming transactions with similar nonces.
- Check network status before sending large transactions.
Need further help? Trust Wallet’s community forums offer real-time troubleshooting.