Key Trends in Polygon Transactions
Half of all transactions on the Polygon network are now small, indicating a significant adoption of cryptocurrency for mainstream payments. In November 2025, transactions on Polygon saw a substantial increase of 23%, surpassing 500,000 transactions.
These merchant payments are mirroring everyday credit card transactions, suggesting a growing comfort level with using cryptocurrencies for routine purchases. This trend underscores Polygon's expanding role in everyday payments via crypto cards and bolsters its position in the crypto payment infrastructure.
Polygon Transactions Jump 23% in November Surge
Leon Waidmann, Head of Research at Onchain, reported a notable increase in small payment transactions on Polygon, now exceeding 500,000 monthly. These transactions range from $10 to $100 and align with everyday credit card usage. The growth underscores Polygon's expanding role in crypto payment systems.
The increase in transactions by 23% in November 2025 signifies a rising trend in utilizing Polygon for everyday transactions. This development strengthens the network's position as a preferred choice in the cryptocurrency payment landscape, bridging the gap between crypto and traditional financial transactions.
"Tokenized rewards may make things more accessible and open. It could also make things more efficient and more connected globally." — Leon Waidmann, Head of Research, Onchain
Financial Integration Strengthened by Polygon's Growth
Polygon's rapid adoption aligns with blockchain platforms historically gaining merchant traction for low fees and swift settlements, paralleling past surges in crypto card-supported payment solutions.

The Coincu research team suggests that Polygon's increasing transaction volumes could drive further financial integration of cryptocurrencies into mainstream payment systems. The consistent increase in small transaction usage may encourage more developers to consider leveraging Polygon for cost-effective transaction solutions.

