One, what is an airdrop?
Airdrop (Airdrop) is an activity where blockchain project parties distribute tokens for free to specific wallet addresses to promote their tokens or attract user participation. Binance sometimes supports airdrops for officially cooperative projects, but be careful: not all airdrops are genuine, and scammers may use the guise of airdrops to commit fraud.
Two, common airdrop scam methods
1. Fake airdrop links
- Scammers post 'Binance airdrop' links via social media, emails, or fake websites, tricking users into clicking and filling out wallet private keys, mnemonic phrases, or account information.
- Case: A phishing link pretending to be Binance's official website asks users to connect their wallets and authorize transactions, stealing assets.
2. Impersonating Binance's official channels
- Forging Binance's official website, app, or social media accounts (like Telegram, Twitter), posting false airdrop announcements.
- Characteristics: misspelled domain names, no official certification logo, customer service contacting proactively.
3. Phishing emails/SMS
- Impersonate Binance to send emails or SMS saying 'claim your airdrop,' containing malicious links or attachments, tricking users into disclosing account information.
4. Prepaid scams
- Claiming 'a small handling fee or deposit is required to receive the airdrop,' tricking users into transferring to designated addresses.
5. Fake customer service
- Impersonate Binance customer service, requesting account permissions or sensitive information under the pretext of 'assisting in receiving airdrops.'
Three, core principles to prevent fraud
1. Verify the authenticity of the airdrop
- Obtain airdrop information only through official Binance channels (official announcements, app notifications, verified social media).
- Be cautious when participating in airdrops from non-Binance official cooperative projects, verify the project background.
2. Do not disclose sensitive information
- Never provide anyone with: private keys, mnemonic phrases, SMS verification codes, Google verification codes, account passwords.
- Binance officials will not request such information through private messages, phone calls, or emails.
3. Be cautious of 'high return' promises
- Airdrops claiming 'zero risk and high return' are mostly scams, beware of being induced to invest or transfer.
4. Check the authenticity of the link
- Confirm whether the URL is Binance's official domain (pay attention to spelling).
- Avoid clicking on short links (like Bit.ly), unknown QR codes, or suspicious links in emails.
5. Enable account security settings
- Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) (like Google Authenticator, SMS verification).
- Regularly check account login records and device authorizations.
Four, how to deal with suspected scams?
1. Stop operations immediately: close the page and do not perform any transfers or authorizations.
2. Reporting channels:
- Submit a support ticket through the Binance official website.
- Report false information to Binance's official social media accounts.
3. Freeze the account (if there is a risk): If information has been leaked, immediately change your password, unbind devices, and contact Binance customer service.
Five, real case warnings
- Case 1: Users receive 'Binance Airdrop' emails, click the link, connect their wallet, and assets are transferred away by a malicious contract.
- Lesson: Do not trust unofficial emails, check if the sender's address is official.
- Case 2: Someone in a Telegram group impersonates Binance customer service, asking users for their mnemonic phrases to 'verify eligibility.'
- Lesson: Binance customer service will never proactively message users nor ask for mnemonic phrases.
- Case 3: A fake airdrop website asks users to pay 0.1 ETH as an 'activation fee,' which is unrecoverable after the transfer.
- Lesson: Any airdrop that requires prepayment is a scam.
Six, summary
- Airdrops carry risks, participation should be cautious.
- Always verify information through official channels to protect personal information.
- If suspicious situations arise, contact Binance official support for verification immediately.
Safety is the first line of defense for wealth! Stay vigilant and stay away from scams!
