Education & Awareness

Common Cryptocurrency Scams

Knowledge is your first line of defense. Learn to identify the most common cryptocurrency scams and protect your assets from fraudsters.

Types of Scams We See

45% of cases

Promises of guaranteed high returns on crypto investments. Often uses fake trading platforms or Ponzi scheme structures.

Red flags: Guaranteed returns, pressure to invest quickly, unregistered platforms

20% of cases

Scammers build romantic relationships online, then request cryptocurrency for fake emergencies or investment opportunities.

Red flags: Quick professions of love, always avoiding video calls, financial requests

12% of cases

Fake celebrity or company giveaways that ask you to send crypto to "verify" your wallet or receive a larger amount.

Red flags: Requests to send crypto first, impersonating famous people, urgency

15% of cases

Fake websites, emails, or messages that trick you into revealing your wallet credentials or seed phrases.

Red flags: Slightly misspelled URLs, requests for seed phrases, urgent security alerts

8% of cases

Developers create a new token, pump the price, then abandon the project and drain all liquidity.

Red flags: Anonymous team, locked liquidity claims, aggressive marketing

10% of cases

Scammers pose as exchange or wallet support staff, gaining remote access or requesting credentials.

Red flags: Unsolicited contact, requests for remote access, asking for passwords

While each scam type has specific characteristics, there are universal red flags that should always raise suspicion.

Legitimate companies never ask for your seed phrase. Your seed phrase is the master key to your wallet. Never share it with anyone.

If it sounds too good to be true, it is. No legitimate investment can guarantee returns, especially the extreme returns promised by scammers.

Take your time. Scammers create urgency to prevent you from thinking clearly. Legitimate opportunities don't disappear in minutes.

If you've fallen victim to a cryptocurrency scam, don't lose hope. Our team has helped thousands of people recover their stolen assets.