May 14, 2026
What is Avalanche and why is it the default network in EXTRA SAFE?
Avalanche is the blockchain that, by default, powers EXTRA SAFE's in-chat transfers, Crypto Gift Links, and UGTP technology, that is responsible for a gasless experience in sending stablecoins like USDT to someone. It's fast, cheap, and invisible to the user.
Why Avalanche?
EXTRA SAFE is built for everyday use. That means transfers that settle in under two seconds, fees that cost fractions of a cent, and zero requirement to hold a native gas token just to send USDT to a friend. Avalanche C-Chain delivers all three.
Avalanche has a large and active crypto community, a proven infrastructure for high-throughput transactions, and growing DeFi ecosystem. For EXTRA SAFE, it provides the ideal foundation for the neo-money messenger: fast, low-cost, and built for the scale stablecoin payments demand.
What does 'default network' mean for users?
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When you send USDT in a chat, it goes over Avalanche C-Chain unless you choose otherwise.
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When you send a Crypto Gift Link, the USDT is on Avalanche.
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You never need to hold AVAX to pay for gas – UGTP enables you to pay the fee in USDT.
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Transfers settle in seconds.
Avalanche + EXTRA SAFE: the partnership
EXTRA SAFE's partnership with Ava Labs – the team behind Avalanche – means EXTRA SAFE is an officially supported application on the Avalanche ecosystem. This partnership enables the UGTP (Universal Gasless Transaction Platform) infrastructure that makes stablecoin transfers in EXTRA SAFE gasless (paying gas with USDT, not AVAX) by default.
What is Avalanche C-Chain?
Avalanche consists of multiple chains. C-Chain (Contract Chain) is the EVM-compatible chain – it works with the same wallet addresses, token standards, and smart contracts as Ethereum and Arbitrum. Your EXTRA SAFE wallet works on C-Chain with no additional setup. The same 12-word recovery phrase, the same identity.
Q&A
Do I need to do anything to use Avalanche in EXTRA SAFE?
No. Avalanche C-Chain is the default. When you send USDT in a chat or create a Crypto Gift Link, it uses Avalanche automatically. You never need to configure a network or hold AVAX.
Is Avalanche safe?
Avalanche is a proven, production blockchain with billions in transaction volume. It uses Proof-of-Stake consensus and has been running since 2020. EXTRA SAFE builds on its C-Chain, which inherits Avalanche's security guarantees.
Can I still use Ethereum or Arbitrum?
Yes. All supported networks remain available in your wallet. Avalanche is the default for in-chat transfers because it's the fastest and cheapest, but you can send and receive on any supported network from the Wallet tab.
Related articles:
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What is UGTP and how does gasless sending work?
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Which networks does EXTRA SAFE support?
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What are network (gas) fees, and who pays them?
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How do I send crypto to someone directly in a chat?
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How do I send a Crypto Gift Link?