In the crypto ecosystem, where decentralization and financial sovereignty are pillars, WalletConnect has gained prominence as a practical and secure way to interact with DApps from your mobile or desktop wallet.

However, as its usage grows, so do the threats... especially the malicious copies like 'WalletConect' (yes, with a single 'n'), one of the most dangerous scams currently.

✅ What makes WalletConnect so useful?

WalletConnect is an open-source protocol that allows you to connect wallets like Trust Wallet, MetaMask, Rainbow, Rabby, and more with decentralized platforms (like Uniswap, OpenSea, PancakeSwap, etc.) by simply scanning a QR code or using a secure link.

Its main advantages:

🔐 Do not share your private keys with the DApp.

🌐 Compatible with multiple networks and DApps.

📱 Works on mobile and browsers without the need for extensions.

👁️ You approve each action: nothing is signed without your consent.

⚠️ The dark side: Beware of WalletConect (fake)

Scammers take advantage of the success of WalletConnect to distribute fake copies of the protocol. The most common one: 'WalletConect' (with a single 'n'). This variant usually appears in:

🔗 Cloned websites with names like walletconect.app, walletconect.xyz, etc.

🧵 Bots on social networks (Telegram, Twitter/X) that send you links or QR codes to 'connect your wallet'.

📲 Fake applications that simulate being WalletConnect or its 'updated version'.

What do these malicious copies do?

They make you sign approval transaction (permit, setApprovalForAll) that give total control of your tokens to the attacker.

They clone legitimate DApp interfaces to visually deceive you.

They install malware or keyloggers if you download their supposed apps or 'updates'.

🛡️ How to protect yourself

1. Always verify the domain: The official site is walletconnect.com. Be wary of URLs with errors, strange letters, or odd domains.

2. Do not trust QRs sent by social networks or bots.

3. Never install an external app that tells you to 'update WalletConnect'. WalletConnect does not update separately; it is integrated directly into legitimate wallets.

4. Disconnect your session after using it from the DApp or from your wallet.

5. If a DApp asks you to sign something strange, pause and review. If you do not understand the signature, do not accept it.

📌 In summary

WalletConnect is a fundamental tool in the Web3 ecosystem: simple, versatile, and, if used correctly, very secure.

But do not forget that attackers rely on you letting your guard down. And when you do, their malicious copy comes into play: WalletConect.

⚠️ Remember: A single letter difference can cost you your entire portfolio.