Beginner questions, answered
Short, honest answers. Tap any question to expand it.
Is USDT the same as dollars?
Practically, yes — for everyday use. USDT (Tether) is a stablecoin designed to stay worth about $1, so 100 USDT ≈ $100 and it barely moves day to day. It’s issued by a company rather than a bank, so it isn’t literally a bank dollar, but for paying and withdrawing it behaves like a digital dollar.
What if I send to the wrong network?
This is the #1 way beginners lose money. Each coin can travel on several networks (for USDT: TRC-20, ERC-20, BEP-20, Solana). You must pick the same network the casino shows on its deposit screen. Send a small test amount first, and double-check the network on both ends before sending the full amount.
Do I need a separate wallet?
Not necessarily. You can send crypto straight from your exchange/app to the casino’s deposit address, as long as your provider allows sending to an external wallet (check the badge on each provider). A separate self-custody wallet (like a phone app) gives you more control but isn’t required to play.
Is this legal where I live?
Crypto availability and gambling laws vary by country, and they change. This site is educational, not legal advice — you’re responsible for following your local laws and only gambling where it’s legal and you’re of legal age (18+).
How long does it take?
Buying is usually instant to a few minutes. Sending crypto on-chain typically arrives in minutes — fastest on networks like TRC-20 and Solana, a little slower on Bitcoin (~10 minutes).
What are the fees?
Two kinds: a buy fee from your provider (anywhere from ~0.1% on cheap exchanges to ~4–8% on instant card widgets), plus a small network fee to send the crypto (often under $1 on TRC-20). Fees fluctuate — treat any number on this site as approximate.
Is it safe?
The basics keep you safe: never share your seed phrase or password, always match the network when sending, and send a small test amount first. Stick to reputable providers and move large balances to your own wallet rather than leaving them on an exchange.
What’s the cheapest way?
Generally: fund by bank transfer (not card) on a low-fee exchange, buy USDT, and send it on TRC-20 (Tron) or Solana. Instant card widgets are the most convenient but the most expensive — fine for a small first buy.