Destination tag
A number added to some crypto payments, such as XRP, that tells a shared address which customer the funds belong to.
Some blockchains, including the XRP Ledger, let a payment include a destination tag or memo. Casinos and exchanges often use a single address for many customers and rely on the tag to credit the right account. Other chains use a similar memo field.
Why it matters
If you leave out the tag, your payment arrives at the casino's address but not in your account. Recovery requires manual help from support, and some platforms charge for it or decline.
Worked example
The cashier shows an XRP address and destination tag 4815162. You send XRP with the address but no tag. The transaction confirms on the ledger, yet your casino balance does not change. You contact support with the transaction hash, and they must locate and assign the funds manually.
Tips
- Copy the address and the tag separately and check both.
- When withdrawing to an exchange, use the tag the exchange gives you.
- When withdrawing to your own wallet, you usually do not need a tag.