Sub 1 sat/vB Mode Setup Guide

1. What is Sub 1 sat/vB Mode ?

This means that when submitting a mint order, you choose a network fee rate lower than 1 sat/vBMost network nodes enforce a default relay policy requiring ≥1 sat/vB. But Sub 1 sat/vB transactions is more common now that network fee is generally low.

Advantage of Sub 1 sat/vB Mode:

Save transaction fees, suitable for non-urgent or large batch minting.

⚠️ Risk of Sub 1 sat/vB Mode:

Most pools do not mine sub 1 sat/vB transactions. Confirmation is not guaranteed may take a long time (from several hours to several days) or never get processed.

‼️ Check Current Network Fee Rate

Before setting sub 1 sat/vB fee rate, we recommend checking the current Bitcoin network congestion. A fee rate of 1 sat/vB or lower means it may result in longer confirmation times.

You may use mempool.space to view the fee rate and estimated confirmation time in real time.

  1. How to Set Sub 1 sat/vB Fee Order

Currently, UniSat Inscribe service has supported sub 1 sat/vB mode, allowing users to set fee rates below 1 sat/vB to reduce inscribing costs.Enable sub 1 sat/vB mode

  • In the fee selection area, turn on the sub 1 sat/vB mode switch in the top-right corner.

Acknowledge Risk Warning

  • The system will display a risk alert when enabling sub 1 sat/vB fee mode. Please read the on-page warning carefully and tick the risk alert box only after confirming that you fully understand the risks.

Set Custom Fee Rate

  • Drag the slider or manually enter your target fee rate, e.g., 0.2 sat/vB.

Submit the Order

  • Click Submit to complete the process.

  1. Difference Between Payment and Minting Transactions (Important)

Please note:

  • Under Sub 1 sat/vB Mode, you are only adjusting the fee rate for minting transaction, not for the payment transaction.

  • Please do not manually change the fee rate for payment to ensure quick order submission

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