๐จ P2P Scams & Bank Freezes โ What Every Binance User Must Know ๐จ
Binance P2P is one of the most popular ways to trade crypto in Pakistan, fast, direct, and bank-to-bank. But with its rise, scammers are getting smarter, and banks are increasingly freezing accounts linked to suspicious activity.
โ ๏ธ Scam Tactics to Watch Out For
1. Fake Payment Proofs โ Screenshots that look real, but no money ever lands.
2. Third-Party Transfers โ Buyers using someone elseโs account.
3. Chargebacks โ Fraudsters reversing payments after trades.
4. Off-App Deals โ Shifting to WhatsApp/Telegram = instant red flag.
๐จ Why Banks Are Freezing Accounts
Pakistani traders are reporting more blocked accounts. Common triggers include:
* Sudden, high-volume transfers.
* Payments from accounts not matching the buyer.
* Suspicious activity flagged by compliance systems.
* Banks still treating crypto-related transactions as โgrey area.โ
Once flagged, banks can freeze your account until you justify every transfer , stressful and time-consuming for active traders.
โ
How to Trade Safer on Binance P2P
* Stick to verified merchants only
* Accept payments only from the buyerโs own account
* Keep transfers within reasonable limits.
* Never share OTPs, CNICs, or passwords.
* Always use Binanceโs dispute system if something feels off.
๐ก Final Takeaway:
P2P in Pakistan is growing fast, but so are the risks. Scammers are active, and banks are watching closely. Stay sharp, avoid shortcuts, and always trade with caution.