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    Move POL on Polygon with CoinJar Multichain Transfers

    CoinJar users can now move POL across the Polygon blockchain network as well as Ethereum.

    October 15, 2024

    Key Takeaways

    • Transfer POL tokens seamlessly across Polygon and Ethereum.
    • Enjoy more efficient transactions with CoinJar's new feature.
    • Explore the benefits of multichain transfers for your crypto.
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    Thanks to CoinJar’s multichain functionality, CoinJar users can now move POL across the Polygon blockchain network as well as Ethereum. This means efficient transactions, and competitive fees.

    Why multichain

    Think of multichain like having multiple highways for your crypto. Instead of being stuck in traffic on one congested network, you can choose an efficient and a cost-effective route.

    Polygon is efficient and competitive than Ethereum primarily because it operates as a Layer 2 scaling solution.

    Ethereum is like the main highway, often congested with traffic (transactions). Polygon handles transactions off the main Ethereum chain, bundling them together and then periodically settling them back on Ethereum. This reduces the load on the main chain, allowing for efficient and competitively priced transactions.

    Polygon can handle significantly more transactions per second (TPS) compared to Ethereum. This means that Polygon is generally much more efficient than Ethereum. This means less waiting time and efficient confirmations.

    Fee difference

    Since Polygon processes transactions off-chain, it requires less computational power and energy. This translates to significantly reduced transaction fees compared to Ethereum. On average, Polygon fees are fractions of a cent, whereas Ethereum fees can range from a few dollars to tens of dollars depending on network congestion.

    And of course, Polygon is designed to work seamlessly with Ethereum. You get the protection and decentralisation of Ethereum combined with the speed and affordability of Polygon.

    Moving POL on Polygon via CoinJar

    One aspect of CoinJar's multichain feature is the ability to move POL (Polygon's native token) on the Polygon network. Here are the steps:

    Have POL in your CoinJar account

    Make sure you have a sufficient balance of POL within your CoinJar wallet.

    Initiate a withdrawal

    Navigate to the withdrawal section on CoinJar's platform.

    Select Polygon Network

    Choose Polygon as the network for your withdrawal.

    Enter recipient address

    Carefully input the Polygon wallet address where you want to send your POL. Double-check for accuracy.

    Confirm and complete

    Review the transaction details, including any fees. Once confirmed, proceed to complete the withdrawal. Verify all information before confirming any transfers.

    You can send a small ‘test’ amount first to check whether you are doing it right, before sending larger amounts.

    CoinJar Multichain: Conclusion

    CoinJar's embrace of multichain technology means a flexible and efficient crypto experience. By enabling the seamless movement of tokens across networks like Polygon, Solana and Ethereum, users can capitalise on competitive fees, and efficient transactions.

    The ability to conveniently transfer POL on the Polygon network shows the practical advantages of multichain. Polygon's efficient, cost competitive infrastructure offers a compelling alternative to Ethereum's mainnet, particularly for frequent transactions or smaller amounts.

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