A topic that's always relevant — even if you're not a newbie!
The world of crypto is both opportunities and risks. While we trade, farm, or hold assets, someone is trying to steal them. So here's a collection of tips on how to protect yourself from hacker attacks and phishing, with real examples that show: this is no joke.
1. Enable 2FA — don't be 'easy prey'.
Two-factor authentication is a must-have.
And better through Google Authenticator or Authy, not via SMS.
Example:
In 2021, hackers hacked the account of the famous crypto YouTuber Trevon James by swapping his SIM card (so-called SIM-swap). Access to exchanges — lost, funds — stolen.
🔐 2FA — it's not an option, it's a must-have.
2. Be cautious of links
Phishing sites are copies of real exchanges. Their goal is to steal your login and password.
In 2023, complaints appeared on Reddit about a phishing site that copied the mobile version of Binance. People accessed it through a link in a Telegram group, entered their data — and within minutes saw a zero balance.
⚠️ Always check the URL manually.
3. Don't fall for fake emails and messages.
‘Confirm withdrawal’, ‘Your account has been blocked’ — typical phishing emails.
In 2022, Binance even publicly warned about fake emails where 'support' asks you to click a link and enter data. Thousands of users worldwide lost assets.
✉️ If in doubt — access the exchange manually.
4. Cold wallet — hot topic.
For large amounts — only hardware wallets (Ledger, Trezor). They are offline — and that's the main advantage.
Example:
After the hack of the Mt.Gox exchange in 2014 (over 850,000 BTC stolen!), many realized: keeping crypto on an exchange is risky. That's when 'cold storage' became the gold standard.
❄️ Don't trust, keep safe.
5. Updates are not just reminders.
In 2020, due to an old version of the Android wallet, one Reddit user lost ETH — there was a vulnerability that had long been fixed. He didn't update the app.
⚙️ Updates are not just for aesthetics.
6. Password: make it your armor.
Complex, unique, not the same everywhere. Password managers to the rescue.
In 2021, the password database of a well-known cloud wallet leaked onto the dark web. Users with weak or repeated passwords lost everything.
🔑 Password = first line of defense.
7. Public Wi-Fi? Only with a VPN!
Without a VPN on open networks, it's easy to intercept data — including logins, passwords, even seed phrases.
☕️ It's safer to wait than to lose.
8. Social networks — a territory of scammers.
‘Binance support’ in direct messages? That's almost certainly a scam.
One user lost 5 BNB after communicating with fake 'support' on Telegram. They 'helped' him withdraw — and took everything for themselves.
🚫 Never give anyone your keys, seed phrases, or 2FA codes.
9. Keep learning continuously.
Crypto is not standing still, and phishing isn't either.
Keep an eye on news, guides, and exchange updates.
📚 The more you know — the harder it is to fool you.
Conclusion:
Your security = your responsibility.
Hackers don't ask whether you're a newbie or a pro. But with these strategies, the chance of losing crypto is significantly lower.
Protect yourself — and may every transaction be successful!
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