About TRX
TRX is the native token of the Tron blockchain. Holders use TRX to pay transaction costs, stake it for bandwidth and energy, and access TRC-20 stablecoin and DeFi activity on Tron.
TRX supports TRC-20 USDT transfers and dollar payments on the Tron network.
TRX can cover bandwidth and energy when sending TRC-20 tokens on Tron.
Stake TRX to provide 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 transfers, TRC-20 activity, and apps on the Tron network.
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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 send TRC-20 USDT to other Tron wallets.
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Use Tron DeFi
Swap tokens and earn yield on Tron lending and exchange apps.
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Stake for resources
Stake TRX to provide bandwidth and energy for Tron transactions.
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Send TRX payments
Send TRX to other Tron wallets for remittances, tips, or merchant payments.
Ready to hold native TRX?
Swap into TRX with fees shown upfront, then pay for transfers, stake resources, or trade on Tron.
FAQs 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 staked TRX provides sufficient network 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 on Tron?
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. Supported routes can deliver native TRX on Tron from stablecoins and other assets.
How does staking TRX work?
You stake TRX to receive Bandwidth and Energy over time. Staked TRX can be unstaked 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 are Bandwidth and Energy on Tron?
Bandwidth covers the data used by Tron transactions, while Energy is consumed when smart contracts run. Staking TRX can provide these network resources and reduce the TRX needed to cover transaction costs.