> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.subwallet.app/main/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.subwallet.app/main/extension-user-guide/receive-and-transfer-assets/transfer-tokens/cross-chain-transfer.md).

# Cross-chain transfer

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"**Cross-chain transfer**" refers to the process of transferring tokens between different networks for enhanced collaboration and decentralized exchange.
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**Step 1**: Open the SubWallet extension and click the "**Send tokens**" button on the homepage.

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You will be directed to the Transfer screen.

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If you are in Single-account mode, make sure the account you initially chose is not watch-only.
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**Step 2:** Enter the required information in the corresponding fields.

*In this example, we will transfer DOT tokens on the Polkadot network to the Polkadot Asset Hub network within account "Andy 4".*

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To make the cross-chain transfer, you first need to select the token you want to transfer by clicking on the top-left field (in this example, DOT).

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Next, select the destination network (the network you want to transfer tokens to) by clicking on the top-right field.

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Enter the amount and the recipient's address, then click "**Transfer**".

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With this type of transfer, you can select the same account for both the sender and recipient.
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Note that transferring tokens cross-chain to a centralized exchange (CEX) address will result in loss of funds. This is because these CEXs may not recognize or properly credit deposits made to their wallet addresses.

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If you face this situation, it is recommended that you contact their support team as soon as possible.
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If you're in the "All accounts" mode, note that from version v1.3.3 onwards, we have introduced a new feature: **Advanced address detection**.

This feature, when enabled, will allow you to enter any Substrate-based address for transactions. This means you are no longer restricted to using only the fixed addresses from your account list; for example, you can input an Acala address as the recipient address when transferring VARA tokens rather than just using the VARA address.

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However, we strongly recommend not to use this feature if you aren't an expert in transactions on the Polkadot ecosystem, as transferring to the wrong address will result in loss of funds.
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Once done, click "**Transfer**".

**Step 3**: Check your transaction details, then click "**Approve**" to proceed.&#x20;

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**Step 4**: Transaction result is in!

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You can either click "**Back to home**" to return to the homepage or "**View transaction**" to see transaction details in the History tab.

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If you click "**View transaction**", SubWallet will show you the latest transaction record in your transaction history along with the extrinsic hash of the transfer.&#x20;

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