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Safety

Important Safety Note

Key rules before confirming any transfer.

Crypto transfers are different from bank transfers. A helpful way to think about blockchain transfers is like sending physical cash. Once it is sent to the wrong person or address, it may be difficult or impossible to reverse.

If you follow the basic checks in this guide, using RICE Pay can be much easier and safer.

Always Remember

  • RICE Pay will never ask for your seed phrase, recovery phrase, or private key.
  • Do not enter your seed phrase or private key into RICE Pay.
  • Always download wallet apps from official sources.
  • Always check that your USDC is on Base.
  • Always keep a small amount of ETH on Base for blockchain network fees.
  • Consider sending a small test transfer first.

RICE Pay does not provide investment, financial, legal, or tax advice. This guide is only intended to help users prepare a wallet, USDC, and network fee balance for using RICE Pay.