#CryptoScamSurge
How to identify a crypto scam
Crypto scams can be difficult to spot. Here are our top tips for identifying, avoiding and reporting the most common cryptocurrency scams to ensure you and others don’t fall victim.
Social media profile
Lack of a profile picture, odd account names, or terminology in the comments on a social media post that “loves” or “thanks” the company for giveaway winnings.
Social media comments
Social media comments are restricted or turned off altogether to discourage followers from commenting that it’s a scam.
Crypto fraud websites
Links to a fraudulent website or a crypto address asking targets to send money.
Crypto giveaway scams
In order to receive a reward, you must first send money via digital wallet, credit card, or otherwise.
Unexpected communications
You are contacted unexpectedly or the message appears to be out of the blue.
Suspicious wallet activity
Unfamiliar crypto assets or other digital tokens appear in your wallet.
Promises of free crypto instantly
The request is “urgent” or you are being pressured to act quickly.
Testimonials of others earning free crypto
Fake testimonials - these can be particularly difficult to spot since scammers will use paid actors.
Scammer websites
The website or content has spelling or grammar errors.
