How to Find a Token Contract Address?
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This article explains how to accurately find a token contract address, which is required when submitting a deposit recovery request for unsupported tokens. Providing the correct contract address helps us identify the exact token involved and avoid delays in processing your recovery.
What is a contract address
A contract address is a unique identifier used to locate a specific token on the blockchain. It represents the smart contract that controls the token and ensures that platforms, wallets, and users interact with the correct asset. Each token created on a blockchain like Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, or Polygon has its own contract address. Some tokens may share the same name or symbol, but their contract addresses are always different. This is why the contract address is the most accurate way to identify a token.
Note: The contract address is not your deposit address or the address you used to send the token. Those are personal wallet addresses, while the contract address refers to the token itself. For deposit recovery, only the correct contract address can be used to confirm which token you sent.
How to find the contract address
You can find a token’s contract address through several trusted methods. Follow the steps below to ensure you’re using the correct address for deposit recovery.
1. Use a blockchain explorer
Blockchain explorers are the most direct way to find a token’s contract address. You must choose the explorer based on the network where the token was sent.
a. Go to the withdrawal record on the platform where you sent the token (such as Exchange A).
b. Find and click the TXID to open the transaction in the blockchain explorer.
- If your platform has a “View on block explorer” button, you can click it directly.
- If not, copy the TXID and search it manually on the explorer for the correct network (e.g. Etherscan, BscScan or Solscan).
c. On the transaction page, click the token name to view the token details.
d. The Token Contract field will show the token’s contract address.
Note: If you withdraw from Exchange A to IMBX, you can find the TXID of the transaction in the withdrawal history on Exchange A. Click the TXID to open the blockchain link. Then, click the token name to access the token details page, where you can view and copy the contract address.
2. Check token listing platforms
Trusted listing platforms such as CoinGecko and CoinMarketCap provide verified token information across multiple networks. These sites are useful if you're unsure which network version of the token you interacted with.
a. Search for the token name or symbol (e.g. “USDT”).
b. On the token profile page, scroll to the “Contracts” section.
c. The contract address will be listed next to each supported network.
3. Get it from official token sources
Most token projects publish their contract addresses through their official communication channels. Below are the examples of official sources:
- The token project’s website
- Verified social media (Twitter/X, Telegram, Discord)
- Community announcements or whitepapers
Note: Always cross-check contract addresses from social media with a trusted source like CoinGecko or the token's website to avoid scams.
Tips to avoid mistakes
- Always confirm the correct blockchain before copying the contract address
- Use verified explorers and official token pages
- Do not use your personal deposit or sending address as the contract address
- Avoid tokens with similar names that may lead to the wrong contract
FAQs
1. Is a contract address the same across all chains?
No. Each blockchain has a different contract address for the same token.
2. What if I submit the wrong contract address for deposit recovery request?
If the contract address is incorrect, your recovery request may be delayed or rejected. Always double-check it using official sources.
3. What is a contract address?
A contract address is a unique code that points to a specific token or application on the blockchain. It’s created when a token or smart contract is deployed and helps users identify and interact with that asset.
4. Can a contract address be changed?
No. Once a contract is created, its address is permanently recorded on the blockchain and cannot be changed.
5. What’s the difference between a contract address and a wallet address?
A contract address identifies a specific smart contract deployed on the blockchain, such as a token or decentralized application. A wallet address is used by individuals to send, receive, or store crypto. They serve different purposes.
6. Is it safe to copy a contract address from social media?
Only if it’s from a verified official source. Always confirm it using a trusted platform or the project’s website.
7. Does every token have a contract address?
Yes, if it’s created on a smart contract-enabled blockchain. Some native coins (like BTC or ETH) don’t use contract addresses.