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# Sending $USDC

How to send $USDC on the Solana network from an exchange to an external wallet?

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### 💸 Easy guide: how to send `$USDC` (Solana network) to another wallet

Do you have `$USDC` on your [**Binance**](https://accounts.binance.com/register?ref=93779825), [**Bybit**](https://www.bybit.com/invite?ref=6GY11N) or another exchange account and want to send them to a friend or an external wallet (for example a Phantom wallet)? Follow these simple steps 👇

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### **🪪 1. Get the recipient's address**

* Ask the person to send you their **Solana address**
* Make sure the wallet **supports `$USDC` on the Solana network** (e.g. Phantom, Solflare, etc.)
* Copy the address **exactly** as provided

{% hint style="danger" icon="skull-crossbones" %}
Warning: if the address does not belong to a Solana wallet, you will lose your funds.
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### **💻 2. Access your exchange**

* Go to **Wallet → Withdraw**
* Select **`$USDC`** as the cryptocurrency
* Paste the **recipient's address** you copied earlier

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### **🌐 3. Select the correct network**

* Choose the **Solana (SOL)** network

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&#x20;Do not select other networks (ERC20, TRC20, etc.) or the funds will be lost.
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### **💰 4. Enter the amount to send**

* Type how many `$USDC` you want to send
* Double-check **the address and networ**k before confirming
* Press **"Confirm"** or **"Send"**
* Complete any **security verifications** (email, 2FA code, etc.)

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### **⏱️ 5. Wait for completion**

* Transactions on the **Solana** network are very fast (a few seconds or minutes)
* The recipient will see the funds appear in their wallet **automatically**

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**Useful tips:**

* Always do a **test with a small amount** of `$USDC` the first time.
* Always keep a small residual balance in your account to cover any **fees.**
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