# What are some common reasons for an on-chain transaction to take a long time to confirm?

There are several reasons why an on-chain transaction may take longer than usual to confirm. Some common reasons include:

1. **Network congestion:** If there are many pending transactions on the Bitcoin network, miners may prioritize transactions with higher fees, leaving transactions with lower fees to wait longer.
2. **Low transaction fee:** If you set a low transaction fee, miners may not prioritize your transaction, leading to a longer confirmation time.

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