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title: "Understanding Blockchain Transaction Types"
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# Understanding Blockchain Transaction Types

This article provides an overview of various blockchain transaction types. Each type plays a critical role in managing digital assets and ensuring secure, efficient, and compliant interactions on the blockchain.

## **1\. Mint/Burn**

### **Description:**

-   **Mint**: Creates new tokens and adds them to the total supply (mark up).
-   **Burn**: Permanently removes tokens from the total supply (mark down).

### **Use Cases:**

-   **Mint**: Expanding token supply to represent a capital increase or the primary allocation of any instrument type.
-   **Burn**: Reducing supply to represent a buy back or redeem...

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## **2\. Freeze/Unfreeze**

### **Description:**

-   **Freeze**: Prevents a specific wallet from executing transactions. It can be applied partially or totally on the token supply hold by that wallet.
-   **Unfreeze**: Restores normal functionality to a previously frozen wallet.It can also be applied partially or totally on the token supply hold by that wallet.

### **Use Cases:**

-   Enforcing compliance during investigations.
-   Resolving disputes or fraud.
-   Enforcing a lock period.

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## **3\. Force Transfers**

### **Description:**

A transaction initiated by an authorized party (must be agent of the issuer) to move tokens from one wallet to another without requiring the owner's consent.   
**IMPORTANT: Force transfers are by passing the token compliance rules.**

**Use Cases:**

-   Addressing compliance violations.
-   Reclaiming lost tokens.

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## **4\. Simple Transfer Between Investors**

### **Description:**

A basic transaction that moves tokens from one investor's wallet to another.

### **Use Cases:**

-   Facilitating peer-to-peer transfers.
-   Completing purchases or sales of tokens.

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## **5\. Swap Transfer Between Investors**

### **Description:**

A transaction that simultaneously exchanges tokens representing both cash and security legs between two investors. It is handled in one single blockchain transaction to prevent any dispute or fraud.

### **Use Cases:**

-   Secondary market transaction.
-   Portfolio rebalancing.

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## **6\. Pause/Unpause Token**

### **Description:**

-   **Pause**: Temporarily halts all transactions for a specific token. Note that it halts only investor transactions, allowing agents to keep operating. 
-   **Unpause**: Resumes normal transaction activity.

### **Use Cases:**

-   Emergency responses to security incidents.
-   Temporary suspension during upgrades or audits.

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## **7\. Qualify an Investor**

### **Description:**

Assigns a specific qualification or status to an investor’s ONCHAINID, allowing them to access particular token types or participate in specific transactions.

### **Use Cases:**

-   Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
-   Enabling participation in exclusive offerings.

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## **8\. Add/Revoke Agent**

### **Description:**

-   **Add Agent**: Grants an entity or an individual the authority to perform specific actions on the blockchain.
-   **Revoke Agent**: Removes an entity’s authority.

### **Use Cases:**

-   Delegating operational responsibilities.
-   Revoking access for entities that no longer require it.

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## **9\. Recovery Process**

### **Description:**

Allows an authorized party to recover tokens in case wallet access is lost, often involving proof of ownership or identity.

### **Use Cases:**

-   Addressing lost private keys.
-   Assisting users locked out of their wallets.

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## **Summary Table**

| **Transaction Type** | **Key Purpose** | **Examples** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Mint / Burn** | Adjust token supply | Issuing new tokens, controlling inflation |
| **Freeze / Unfreeze** | Manage wallet or token activity | Addressing fraud, resolving disputes |
| **Force Transfer** | Enable compliance or correct errors | Recovering lost tokens |
| **Simple Transfer** | Facilitate basic transfers | Peer-to-peer payments |
| **Swap Transfer** | Exchange tokens between investors | Trading or rebalancing portfolios |
| **Pause / Unpause Token** | Temporarily halt or resume token activity | Security incidents, upgrades |
| **Qualify an Investor** | Assign access rights based on compliance | Participation in exclusive offerings |
| **Add / Revoke Agent** | Grant or remove operational authority | Delegating admin roles |
| **Recovery Process** | Restore lost access or recover tokens | Lost keys, compromised wallets |

By understanding these transaction types, users can efficiently manage their blockchain interactions while maintaining compliance and security.