Bitcoin Error: Cannot Send BTC Using Electrum
Are you trying to send Bitcoin from your Electrum wallet to your Trust wallet? If so, you are not alone. Many users have encountered this issue and it is frustrating when we cannot complete the transaction.
In this article, we will learn what causes the error “The server returned an error while sending the transaction” and provide possible solutions to the problem.
What is Electrum?
Electrum is a popular open-source Bitcoin wallet that allows users to send, receive, and store Bitcoin. The app is available on Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, and iOS devices.
OP_EQUALVERIFY Error
When trying to send an Ethereum token (ELT) such as BTC using Electrum, you may encounter the error “OP_EQUALVERIFY”. This error usually indicates a problem with the transaction data being sent from the wallet.
Here's what the error message might look like:
Error: The server returned an error while sending the transaction.
Consider connecting to a different server,
Understanding the Error
The OP_EQUALVERIFY error is caused by Electrum not being able to verify the signature of the transaction data. This is because you are trying to send BTC from a Trust Wallet that uses a different wallet type than Electrum.
Possible Solutions
If you encounter this error while sending BTC to Trust Wallet via Electrum, here are some possible solutions:
Switch to a different server
: Try connecting to a different server to complete the operation. This may resolve the issue if there is a network issue.
Update Electrum
: Make sure you are using the latest version of Electrum. You can update your wallet using the following commands:
- On Windows: git pull.
- macOS/Linux: git pull.
- Android/iOS: Check your device's app store for updates
Use a different wallet type: If you're using Trust Wallet to send BTC, try switching to a different wallet type, such as Electrum or Coinbase Wallet.
Check the transaction details: Double-check that the transaction details are correct and complete. Make sure all required fields are filled in, including the recipient's address, amount, and tax details.
Conclusion
While this error can be frustrating, it doesn't mean you'll encounter problems every time you try to send BTC from Electrum to Trust Wallet. After trying a few of these possible solutions, you should be able to resolve the issue and continue sending bitcoin successfully. If you're still having trouble, please provide more information about your setup and experience, and I'll do my best to help you resolve it.