Tron (TRX)
Fact sheet · reviewed October 26, 2026
In plain English
Tron is a blockchain founded by Justin Sun in 2017. It's one of the most-used networks for sending the stablecoin USDT, thanks to low fees. Its coin is TRX.
Key facts
| Launched | 2017 (own mainnet 2018) |
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| Created by | Justin Sun |
| How it's secured | Delegated proof of stake: 27 elected "Super Representatives" |
| New blocks | About every 3 seconds |
| Smallest unit | 1 sun = 0.000001 TRX |
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What it's used for
Above all, moving USDT cheaply: a large share of all USDT lives on Tron (often called TRC-20 USDT).
Risks to know
- A small set of block producers makes it more centralized.
- Tron is frequently used in scams and illicit transfers involving USDT.
- Sending TRC-20 USDT to an Ethereum-only address (or the reverse) can lose funds.
Buying and storing it
If you decide to buy, use a regulated exchange you reach directly, check fees with the true cost calculator, and store long-term holdings in a wallet you control. Read how to buy crypto safely. This page isn't a recommendation to buy.
Questions
What is TRC-20?
The token standard on Tron. 'USDT TRC-20' means USDT on the Tron network.
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Facts checked against the sources listed, as of October 26, 2026. Educational only; not financial advice.