How I Got Crypto Scammed 2 Years Back

Two years ago, I fell victim to a crypto scam that cost me not just money, but also trust. It started on a popular Telegram group where people shared tips and signals. One day, a so-called “crypto expert” messaged me privately, claiming he could double my investment within a week using a trading bot.

At first, I was skeptical. But the scammer shared screenshots of fake profits, testimonials, and even a flashy website that looked legitimate. He seemed professional, polite, and answered all my questions confidently. Eventually, I sent him $500 worth of Ethereum, believing it was a small risk for potentially big rewards.

Days passed. He showed me charts and claimed my profit had doubled. But when I asked to withdraw, he said I needed to “unlock” the profit by sending another $300. That’s when I realized something was wrong. I refused. After that, he blocked me—and the group disappeared.

I later found out that this tactic is common: “advance fee fraud.” The website was fake, the testimonials were bots, and the “expert” was likely part of a larger network.

What I learned:

Never trust private messages from strangers in crypto groups.

Always verify platforms and people before sending any crypto.

If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

That experience made me more cautious. I now use official exchanges, enable two-factor authentication, and rely on trusted sources. Getting scammed was painful, but it taught me a valuable lesson: in crypto, your security is your responsibility. Always think twice before you click “send.”

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