Scam Alerts & Red Flags
The crypto-rewards world is one of the most scam-infested corners of the internet. This is where we teach you to recognise and dodge the traps — wallet-drainers, fake airdrops, seed-phrase phishing, "gas fee to unlock", impersonators and more. We never link to a scam, and we never ask for your keys.
Pig-Butchering and Romance-to-Crypto Lures: When Trust Becomes the Trap
Long-con scammers build friendship or romance, then steer you into fake crypto rewards. Learn how pig-butchering works and how to protect yourself.
Urgency and FOMO: How Pressure Tactics Push You Into Reward Scams
Countdown timers, "limited spots," and fear of missing out are engineered to stop you thinking. Learn how urgency powers reward scams and…
“We Can Get Your Stolen Crypto Back”: The Recovery Scam
After a crypto loss, people offering to recover your funds for a fee are usually scammers targeting victims twice. Learn how recovery…
Fake Wallet Apps and Malicious Browser Extensions: Installing the Thief Yourself
Counterfeit wallet apps and browser extensions can steal your seed phrase the moment you set them up. Learn how to install only…
Malicious Token Approvals: What They Are and How to Revoke Them
A single approval can let a contract move your tokens forever. Learn how malicious approvals work, how to spot them, and how…
Address Poisoning and Clipboard Hijacking: When the Wrong Address Slips In
Attackers plant look-alike addresses in your history or swap your clipboard to redirect payments. Learn how address poisoning works and how to…
Guaranteed Profit and Fixed-APY Reward Scams: When “Risk-Free” Means Danger
"Guaranteed daily returns" and impossibly high fixed APY are hallmarks of reward scams. Learn why guaranteed profit is a lie and how…
Fake Official Accounts and Support DMs: Spotting Impersonation Scams
Scammers copy real brands, teams, and support staff to win your trust. Learn how impersonation and fake support DMs work, and how…
“Pay a Gas Fee to Unlock Your Reward”: The Advance-Fee Trap
If you must send crypto first to receive a bigger reward, it is an advance-fee scam. Learn why genuine rewards never cost…
Fake Airdrops and Look-Alike Domains: The Typosquatting Trap
Scammers register domains one letter off from real projects to hijack airdrops. Learn how typosquatting works and how to check a link…