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So, can you actually dispute a transaction on Coinbase? The short answer is: usually, no.
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There is one small exception. β 888 β 634 β 2381 β΅ If someone gains unauthorized access to your linked bank account or debit card and makes a fraudulent purchase on Coinbase, you can dispute that specific fiat charge with your bank. β· 888 β 634 β 2381 β· But if you accidentally sent Bitcoin to the wrong address? That transfer is final. (( +1 β 888 β 634 β 2381 ))
Quick Tip: Always send a tiny "test transaction" first when moving funds to a new wallet address. π‘ It takes an extra minute and costs a fraction in fees, but it completely eliminates the risk of losing your entire stack to a simple typo. β¬ 888 β« || 634 || β¬ 2381 β«
Treat your crypto wallet exactly like cash in your pocket. β 888 β 634 β 2381 β΅ Once you hand it to someone, getting it back relies entirely on their goodwill.Β
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