If you've ever opened your Rabby Wallet or MetaMask and suddenly discovered a new token or wallet containing what looks like free crypto or valuable tokens like ETH or a strange coin (e.g. EDGEN, USDx, etc.) — stop right there.
It might look like free money, but in most cases, it's a well-crafted scam.
🧠 How the Scam Works
This is a common crypto scam known as a “fake airdrop honeypot”, and here's how it works:
A random wallet or token shows up in your wallet.
The token looks valuable — $75, $500, or more.
You try to swap or transfer it.
The contract asks for a transaction signature (approve, claim, etc.).
Once you approve, it drains ETH or other real assets from your wallet.
🎯 What’s the Real Goal?
Scammers want you to interact with a malicious smart contract. Once you do, they can:
Steal ETH or tokens from your wallet.
Gain approval to spend unlimited tokens.
Track your actions for phishing later.
This is not random — they’re targeting wallets hoping someone will try to "claim" or "transfer" these tokens.
🌟Golden Rules to Protect Yourself
Never import private keys into unknown or suspicious platforms.
Never approve transactions unless you 100% trust the source.
Ignore any token you didn’t request — even if it shows a dollar value.
Use wallets like Rabby or MetaMask only with verified dApps.
Use read-only or cold wallets for storage — never interact from your main wallet.
✅ Final Thoughts:
If it seems too good to be true — it is.
Tokens that randomly appear in your wallet are not airdrops. They’re usually traps built to steal from you. The scammers are counting on your curiosity.
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