What is a destination tag and why is it essential to include?

A destination tag is a unique identifier required for certain cryptocurrencies when sending funds. If a destination tag is required, it must be included to ensure the funds reach the correct recipient—especially when using shared wallets—and to prevent funds from being lost or misallocated.

You will see a destination tag field when selecting XRP as a currency option on our BVNK Hosted Payments Page:

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