How to resolve pending transactions in Electrum wallet?

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• Lyhne OdgaardMay 17, 2025 · 2 months ago
  If you're experiencing pending transactions in your Electrum wallet, there are a few steps you can take to resolve this issue. First, make sure that your wallet is fully synchronized with the blockchain. This can be done by checking the status bar at the bottom of the Electrum wallet window. If it's not fully synchronized, wait until it is before attempting any further actions. If your wallet is already synchronized, try right-clicking on the pending transaction and selecting 'Increase Fee' or 'Child Pays For Parent' option. This will increase the transaction fee and prioritize its confirmation. If these steps don't work, you can also try resetting your Electrum wallet by going to the 'Wallet' menu and selecting 'Reset'. However, keep in mind that this will remove all your transaction history, so make sure to have a backup of your wallet before proceeding.
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• Jomar PazJul 16, 2025 · 11 days ago
  Dealing with pending transactions in Electrum wallet can be frustrating, but there are a few things you can try to resolve the issue. First, check if your transaction has a low fee. If so, you can try increasing the fee to incentivize miners to prioritize your transaction. Another option is to use the 'Replace-By-Fee' feature, which allows you to replace the pending transaction with a new one that includes a higher fee. Additionally, you can try using a different Electrum server to broadcast your transaction. Sometimes, certain servers may have delays or issues that can cause transactions to remain pending. Finally, if all else fails, you can reach out to the Electrum support team for further assistance.
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• endlessroamJan 22, 2021 · 5 years ago
  When dealing with pending transactions in Electrum wallet, it's important to understand that the confirmation time depends on various factors, such as network congestion and transaction fees. One possible solution is to wait for the network congestion to decrease. This can happen during periods of low transaction volume or when the network upgrades its capacity. Another option is to increase the transaction fee. By offering a higher fee, miners are more likely to prioritize your transaction and include it in the next block. Additionally, you can try using the 'Child Pays For Parent' feature, which allows you to increase the fee of a pending transaction by spending its unconfirmed outputs in a new transaction. Remember to always double-check the transaction details and fee before confirming any changes.
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