Here are 3 simple but powerful tips to detect scams in crypto before falling into the trap
🚨 1. Too good to be true = Almost certain scam
> "Earn 10% per day", "guaranteed returns", "zero risk"...
👉 In crypto, there is never a guaranteed return. Every investment carries risk.
🔎 Beware of projects that promise quick or passive gains without effort.
Frequent traps:
Doubtful "staking" programs
Fake automated trading bots
Ultra profitable "cloud mining"
🧾 2. Always check the project, the team, and the whitepaper
> A good crypto project has:
An identifiable and active team (LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.)
A clear whitepaper (not AI-generated)
A healthy community presence (Discord, Telegram, Twitter, GitHub…)
🔍 Do a quick audit:
Is the token listed on CoinMarketCap or CoinGecko?
Is there a security audit (Certik, Hacken, etc.)?
Have you been able to find an independent review, not just on YouTube or TikTok?
🧠 3. Be cautious of psychological manipulation
> Scammers play on:
Fear of missing out (FOMO): "Only 2 spots left!"
Social pressure: "Join our private group!"
Urgency: "Hurry, the presale ends tonight!"
Fake reviews or fake influencers (often with bots or edited videos)
👉 If you feel urgency, pressure, or emotion, stop and think. It’s often a trap.
🔒 Golden rule:
> If someone asks for your private keys, your recovery phrase, or sends you a weird link to "connect your wallet", it’s a direct scam.
