A checksum-valid address can still belong to the wrong person or the wrong network. Validation answers format questions, not trust questions.
Always verify destinations out-of-band for large transfers and send a small test first when unsure.
Extra encoded data in an address (for example EIP-55 mixed-case Ethereum) that helps detect typos.
A checksum-valid address can still belong to the wrong person or the wrong network. Validation answers format questions, not trust questions.
Always verify destinations out-of-band for large transfers and send a small test first when unsure.
Updated 2026-09-09. Educational only — not financial advice. All terms