#AirdropSafetyGuide

How to Avoid Airdrop Scams

Airdrop scams can lead to financial loss or personal information leakage. Here’s a tutorial on how to stay safe:

Step 1: Identify Scam Signals

Request for Private Keys or Seed Phrases: Legitimate airdrops will never ask for your wallet private keys or seed phrases.

High Return Promises: Airdrops claiming "Deposit 0.1 ETH and get 10 ETH" are often scams.

Unofficial Links: Phishing sites may disguise themselves as Binance or the official project website. Always access official pages via bookmarks.

Example: Recent fake “Binance Airdrop” links spread through X, luring users to connect wallets and then stealing assets.

Step 2: Take Security Measures

Use a Dedicated Wallet: Create a new wallet for high-risk airdrops, only storing a small amount of funds.

Verify Links: Before connecting to a DApp, check if the URL is the official domain (e.g., binance.com). Use Etherscan to verify the smart contract address.

Enable Two-Factor Authentication (2FA): Enable 2FA for your Binance account and email to prevent account theft.

Cold Storage Backup: Write down your seed phrases on paper and store them in a secure location.

Step 3: Respond to Suspicious Situations

If you accidentally click a suspicious link, immediately disconnect your wallet and transfer funds to a new wallet.

Report Scams: Report fake airdrop links to Binance customer service or X official.

Use Antivirus Software: Ensure device security to prevent malware from stealing information.

Screenshot Recommendations: The correct URL of Binance’s official website, highlighting HTTPS and the official domain.

Comparison images of disguised phishing sites (can be searched on X for recent scam cases).

MetaMask security settings page (such as enabling privacy mode).

Checklist: Confirm that airdrop links come from official channels. Check if the project has credible social media or an official website. Use a new wallet to participate in high-risk airdrops. Enable 2FA and back up seed phrases. Regularly check for unauthorized transactions in your wallet.

Personal Analysis: Before participating in any airdrop, I always search for the project name + “scam” on X to see community feedback. Spending 5 minutes verifying links and contract addresses can avoid 99% of scams.