#AirdropSafetyGuide

### **Airdrop Safety Guide: How to Protect Yourself from Scams**

Airdrops can be a great way to earn free crypto, but they are also a common target for scams. Follow these safety tips to avoid risks:

#### **1. Verify the Airdrop’s Legitimacy**

- **Check Official Sources:** Only trust airdrops announced on the project’s official website, Twitter, or Telegram.

- **Avoid Unsolicited Links:** Never click on random airdrop links from emails, DMs, or shady websites.

#### **2. Never Share Private Keys or Seed Phrases**

- **Legit airdrops will NEVER ask for your private key or recovery phrase.**

- Use a separate wallet for airdrops to minimize risk.

#### **3. Watch Out for Fake Airdrops**

- Scammers impersonate real projects—double-check URLs and social media handles.

- If an airdrop requires sending crypto first (e.g., "pay gas fees"), it’s likely a scam.

#### **4. Use a Burner Wallet**

- Consider using a new wallet (with minimal funds) for airdrop claims to avoid exposing your main wallet.

#### **5. Research the Project**

- No website/team info? Low social media activity? Red flags!

- Check community discussions (Reddit, Discord) for scam reports.

#### **6. Be Cautious with Smart Contracts**

- Revoke unnecessary token approvals using tools like [Etherscan’s Token Approvals](https://etherscan.io/tokenapprovalchecker).

### **Stay Safe!**

If an airdrop seems too good to be true, it probably is. Always prioritize security over quick gains.

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