The time it takes to send or receive cryptocurrency can vary significantly and depends on several factors:
Network Congestion: If many people are sending transactions at the same time, the network can become congested, leading to slower transaction times.
Transaction Fee: Higher transaction fees can lead to faster confirmation times because miners prioritize transactions with higher fees. If you choose a low transaction fee, your transaction might take longer to confirm.
Cryptocurrency Type: Different cryptocurrencies have different block times, which is the time it takes for a new block of transactions to be added to the blockchain. For example, Bitcoin has a block time of about 10 minutes, while Ethereum's block time is approximately 15 seconds.
In general, a cryptocurrency transaction could take anywhere from a few minutes to several hours. In some cases, such as during periods of extreme network congestion, it could potentially take even longer. Always make sure to check the status of your transaction in your Coinosh wallet or on a blockchain explorer.