⚠️ I got scammed out of $1,200 during a peer-to-peer crypto deal — let this be a wake-up call 💸
I thought I was dealing with a legit trader — they had great ratings, completed dozens of trades, and even showed ID. Everything looked trustworthy on the surface.
But here’s where I messed up:
They sent me what looked like a payment receipt. Instead of logging into my bank account to confirm the funds had arrived, I trusted the screenshot and released the crypto.
🚫 Big mistake. The payment never came through. The scammer disappeared, and the platform couldn’t recover anything.
💡 What you should do instead:
✅ Always verify that the money is in your actual bank balance before confirming any transfer.
❌ Don’t believe screenshots — those can be forged in seconds.
Slow down. Triple-check. Don’t let urgency cloud your judgment.
