P2P (peer-to-peer) scammers have found a sneaky trick they pay you, then later tell their bank the transaction was "unauthorized," causing the bank to reverse the payment. This can cost you both your money and create big problems for your account.
Here’s a simple defense plan:
Set Up a Separate Bank Account Just for P2P Deals
Never use your main bank account for P2P trades. Instead, open a different account that’s only for receiving P2P payments.
Here’s the smart way to handle it:
1. When the buyer sends money, immediately transfer it from your P2P account to your main bank account.
2. Only after the transfer shows up safely in your main account, then release the crypto.
Why This Works:
If the scammer tries to reverse the payment, your P2P account will already be empty. No funds there = no funds to grab back!
Bonus Tip:
If your P2P account ever gets frozen or flagged by the bank, it won’t impact your main money. Just open a new P2P account and keep trading without any serious damage.
Stay sharp. Protect your profits.