Use a fresh displayed instruction

Generate or view the deposit information in the verified account at the time of transfer. Compare the address character by character after pasting and reject changes introduced by clipboard malware.

Budget in Australian dollars too

Bitcoin value and transaction fees can move. Record the AUD value, exchange rate, network fee and timestamp so the entertainment budget remains understandable.

Keep the transaction reference

Store the transaction ID with the account record, but never publish wallet secrets. Confirmation delays are not fixed promises and can depend on network conditions and account review.