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Chainflip swaps: how to diagnose a pending transfer

A pending swap can mean the deposit is confirming, awaiting validator witnessing, waiting for execution, or queued for payout; trace the stage before acting.

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What a Solana Swap Signature Authorizes

A Solana swap signature authorizes a specific transaction message, so check the route, token movement, slippage limit and any extra permissions before approving it.

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When Is a Cross-Chain Transfer Settled?

A cross-chain transfer is settled only when the destination chain records the expected asset or call; verify both sides and the bridge’s final status.

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Read a Token’s Trading History Before You Swap

A token’s trading history shows where swaps happened, how liquidity and price moved, and which pool, route and transaction details to verify before you swap.

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A pool prompt can grant more than a swap

A pool prompt may request token allowance or a signed permit; check the spender, token, amount and chain, then approve only the access your trade needs.

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Check Token Balances Before You Deposit Into a Pool

Check the network, token contracts, spendable balances and pool ratio before approving a deposit, so you know what will be used and what must stay in your wallet.