#AirdropSafetyGuide How to Avoid Airdrop Scams
Airdrop scams can lead to financial loss or personal information leakage. Hereās a tutorial on how to stay safe:
Step 1: Identify Scam Signals
Request for Private Keys or Seed Phrases: Legitimate airdrops will never ask for your wallet private keys or seed phrases.
High Return Promises: Airdrops claiming "Deposit 0.1 ETH and get 10 ETH" are often scams.
Unofficial Links: Phishing sites may disguise themselves as Binance or the official project website. Always access official pages via bookmarks.
Example: Recent fake āBinance Airdropā links spread through X, luring users to connect wallets and then stealing assets.
Step 2: Take Security Measures
Use a Dedicated Wallet: Create a new wallet for high-risk airdrops, only storing a small amount of funds.
Verify Links: Before connecting to a DApp, check if the URL is the official domain (e.g., binance.com). Use Etherscan to verify the smart contract address.
Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Enable 2FA for your Binance account and email to prevent account theft.
Cold Storage Backup: Write down your seed phrases on paper and store them in a secure location.
Step 3: Respond to Suspicious Situations
If you accidentally click a suspicious link, immediately disconnect your wallet and transfer funds to a new wallet.
Report Scams: Report fake airdrop links to Binance customer service or X official.
Use Antivirus Software: Ensure device security to prevent malware from stealing information.
Screenshot Recommendations: The correct URL of Binanceās official website, highlighting HTTPS and the official domain.
Comparison images of disguised phishing sites (can be searched on X for recent scam cases).
MetaMask security settings page (such as enabling privacy mode).
Checklist: Confirm that airdrop links come from official channels. Check if the project has credible social media or an official website. Use a new wallet to participate in high-risk airdrops. Enable 2FA and back up seed phrases. Regularly check for unauthorized transactions in your wallet.
Personal Analysis: Before participating in any airdrop, I always search for the project name + āscamā on X to see community feedback. Spending 5 minutes verifying links and contract addresses can avoid 99% of scams.