1. Cryptocurrency Airdrop Scams
Scammers often use fake airdrops to steal personal info or crypto. Avoid them by:
A. Research the Project
Only engage with reputable projects; verify via official websites or trusted crypto news sources.
Be wary of brand-new social media accounts or Telegram groups promoting airdrops.
B. Never Share Private Keys or Seed Phrases
Legitimate airdrops never ask for your private key or wallet seed.
Use read-only wallets (like a cold wallet or burner wallet) to claim airdrops when possible.
C. Avoid Connecting Wallets to Unknown DApps
Don't connect MetaMask or other wallets to unverified sites.
Use tools like Token Sniffer or DeFi Safety to evaluate DApp safety.
D. Look Out for Unrealistic Promises
“Free $1,000 USDT” for minimal effort is likely fake.
If it feels too good to be true, it probably is.
E. Watch for Phishing Links
Always check URLs for small changes (e.g., “.org” vs. “.com” or misspelled names).
Don’t click airdrop links from unverified Discords, Telegrams, or Twitter DMs.
2. Apple AirDrop Scams (iPhone/iPad)
AirDrop on iOS can be used to send inappropriate images or phishing links.
A. Change Your Settings
Set AirDrop to “Contacts Only” or “Receiving Off” via Control Center.
Avoid “Everyone” unless necessary and in a safe setting.
B. Don’t Accept Files from Unknown Sources
Decline any AirDrop transfer request from people you don’t recognize.
Avoid opening unknown file types (e.g., PDFs or links).
C. Report Abuse
If someone sends offensive or scam content, screenshot it and report it to authorities or Apple Support.