Blockchain fundamentals
Confirmations and reorganisations
A confirmation places a transaction in a block; consensus may replace recent blocks.
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Overview
A confirmation places a transaction in a block; consensus may replace recent blocks.
Why it matters
Risk falls with depth but differs by network and transaction value.
What to check
Record block hash and confirmation depth, not only a wallet label.