#CryptoFees101

"Crypto fees" represent the costs associated with cryptocurrency systems. These primarily include **transaction fees**, paid to network validators (like Ethereum's gas or Bitcoin's mining fees) for processing and securing transactions, fluctuating with network demand and complexity. Additionally, **protocol fees** are charged by decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms, such as Uniswap, for services like trading or lending. These fees, often tracked by resources like CryptoFees.info, impact user expenses and signal blockchain adoption. High fees on core networks (Layer-1) have driven the rise of cheaper Layer-2 solutions. Understanding these costs is essential for users to manage expenses and for investors to assess project viability.