Crypto dust (tiny leftover balances too small to trade) exists on most platforms. Here's how major ones handle it compared to Binance's easy Small Balances Conversion to BNB/USDT etc.:
- Coinbase: No built-in sweep tool. Options include: Sell dust for $0 (no proceeds), hide it, or use third-party services. Manual sell often required—less convenient.
- Kraken: Has a Convert Small Balances feature — sweep dust (< ~$1 USD equiv) to BTC, USD*, EUR**, or other assets. Limit: once every 24 hours. Similar ease to Binance.
- Other exchanges (e.g., OKX, Bybit, KuCoin): Varies—some offer dust conversion/sweep to platform tokens or majors; others lack it, forcing manual trades or external tools. Many don't have a dedicated one-click feature like Binance/Kraken.
Tips Across Exchanges - Check Wallet/Balances section for "Convert Small" or "Dust Sweep." - If unavailable, consolidate via trades (watch fees!) or transfer out (risky for tiny amounts). - Always check current features in-app—varies by region/update.
Binance still leads for simplicity and BNB fee perks. DYOR, not financial advice!
What is Dust? Tiny leftover crypto amounts in your Spot Wallet (e.g., 0.0001 BTC, 0.05 DOGE) — too small for trades due to min order sizes.
How to Clear It Use Small Balances Conversion(aka Convert Dust to BNB): 1. Wallet > Spot. 2. Tap Convert Small Balances (or Small Amount Exchange). 3. Select dust (< ~10 USDT equiv). 4. Convert to BNB (best for fee discounts), BTC, ETH, USDT, or USDC (options vary by region).
Benefits - Cleaner wallet. - Extra BNB → up to 25% off trading fees. - Turn worthless fractions into usable value.
For slightly bigger small amounts → use Binance Convert (low/no fees).
Check in-app regularly — dust adds up! Features may vary. DYOR, not financial advice.