About TRX
TRX is the native cryptocurrency of the Tron blockchain, designed for fast transfers and low fees. Holders use TRX to pay transaction costs, freeze it for bandwidth and energy, and access the network's massive TRC-20 stablecoin and DeFi activity.
Tron hosts one of the largest on-chain USDT ecosystems for dollar transfers.
Move TRC-20 assets cheaply, especially when TRX covers bandwidth and energy.
Freeze TRX to generate bandwidth and energy for frequent transactions.
Settle payments and remittances where TRC-20 stablecoins are already accepted.
Popular ways to swap TRX
Exchange TRX with BTC, ETH, USDT on other chains, and more through a single transparent quote.
Receive TRX
Swap from TRX
What can you do with TRX?
TRX powers low cost transfers and USDT activity on one of the busiest payment networks in crypto.
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Pay transfer fees
Use TRX to cover the cost of sending tokens and using apps on the Tron network.
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Send USDT
Fund your wallet with TRX so you can move USDT cheaply to people worldwide.
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Use Tron DeFi
Swap tokens and earn yield on Tron lending and exchange apps.
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Freeze for free transfers
Lock TRX to get free bandwidth and energy, lowering the cost of frequent transactions.
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Send global payments
Move value quickly for remittances and payouts where Tron is widely accepted.
Ready to hold native TRX?
Swap into TRX with fees shown upfront, then pay for transfers, stake resources, or trade on Tron.
Frequently asked questions about TRX
Why do I need TRX if I mainly use USDT on Tron?
TRC-20 transfers consume bandwidth or energy. TRX pays those costs unless you have frozen TRX generating free resources.
What is the difference between TRX and USDT on Tron?
TRX is Tron's native token. USDT on Tron is a TRC-20 stablecoin pegged to the dollar. Both live on Tron but serve different roles.
Which wallets support TRX from Allblu?
TronLink, Trust Wallet, Ledger with Tron support, and other wallets that accept mainnet Tron addresses (T-prefix).
Can I swap USDT on Ethereum to TRX?
Yes. Allblu supports routes from stablecoins and major assets into native TRX with full pricing before you send.
How does freezing TRX work?
You lock TRX to receive bandwidth and energy over time. Frozen TRX can be unfrozen after a waiting period defined by the protocol.
Is TRX on Tron different from bridged TRX?
Yes. Native TRX on Tron mainnet follows Tron address and resource rules. Tokens on other chains are separate representations.
What is bandwidth and energy on Tron?
Tron transactions consume bandwidth and energy. Freezing TRX generates these resources and reduces the TRX needed for each transfer.
Why is Tron used for stablecoin transfers?
Tron's low fees and high TRC-20 USDT circulation make it a default network for P2P dollar transfers and regional exchange settlement.