The short answer

Do not guess a tag solely from the asset name. If the destination requires a tag or memo, treat it and the address as one set of receiving instructions. Do not invent a value when none is requested.

1. Read your own deposit page

Choose the asset and network, then read the address and tag instructions generated for your account. Never copy a tutorial’s example value or another account’s tag. Names differ between interfaces, so follow the instructions for this particular deposit.

2. Verify both fields

OKX explains that some deposits use both an address and a tag to identify the account. Check that the sending interface can carry the required information. If there is no suitable field, ask that platform for guidance rather than appending the tag to the address yourself.

3. A trial still needs correct details

A small amount does not make incorrect receiving details valid. A trial must still meet the minimum deposit, network and tag requirements. Recheck the later transfer as well instead of assuming the clipboard or saved address has stayed unchanged.

4. Preserve evidence if a tag was omitted

Keep the original withdrawal record and transaction ID and use the receiver’s official investigation or recovery process. An extra transfer does not automatically repair a missing tag. The platform must confirm availability, cost and timing of recovery before you mark the funds received.

References and scope

References accessed on 2026-09-11. Links may show regional variants. This article does not confirm account eligibility or guarantee future fees or network availability.

Revision: 2026-09-11 — added practical steps, scope and explanations of examples.