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Live Crypto Scam Tracker

Current scam and phishing patterns in the crypto space. Plain-English warnings so you know what to watch for and how to stay safe.

This tracker surfaces known scam patterns from public sources. It cannot guarantee detection of all scams or confirm that a specific interaction is safe. When in doubt, do not interact.

Crypto scams evolve quickly. New phishing domains, wallet drainer kits, and social engineering tactics appear daily. This tracker monitors public threat intelligence sources and translates active scam patterns into beginner-readable warnings — so you know what to watch for before you fall victim.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if something is a scam?+
Common red flags: unsolicited messages, urgency tactics, requests for private keys or seed phrases, promises of guaranteed returns, unfamiliar websites asking to connect your wallet, and deals that seem too good to be true. When in doubt, do not interact — take time to verify through official channels.
I think I have been scammed — what should I do?+
1) Stop interacting with the scammer immediately. 2) If you shared your seed phrase, move remaining funds to a new wallet immediately. 3) Revoke any token approvals you may have given. 4) Document everything for a potential report. 5) Report to the platform where the scam occurred. 6) Do not pay anyone who claims they can recover your funds — this is often a secondary scam.
Can stolen crypto be recovered?+
In most cases, crypto transactions are irreversible and stolen funds are very difficult to recover. Some law enforcement agencies have crypto investigation units, and exchanges may freeze accounts associated with known scams. However, recovery is not guaranteed. Prevention is far more effective than recovery.
How are these scam themes identified?+
We track patterns from Scam Sniffer's public scam database and other open-source threat intelligence sources. These patterns represent categories of scams — not specific incidents. The 'rising' label means we are seeing increased reports in that category.
Will a hardware wallet protect me from all scams?+
A hardware wallet significantly reduces risk by requiring physical confirmation for transactions, but it does not prevent all scams. If you sign a malicious transaction on your hardware wallet (like an unlimited token approval to a drainer), your funds can still be stolen. Always review what you are signing.

How to Stay Safe in Crypto

Most crypto scams exploit urgency, trust, or unfamiliarity. The best defense is knowing what to expect and slowing down before acting. Here are universal safety rules:

The Golden Rules

  • Never share your seed phrase. No legitimate service, support agent, or person will ever need it. Period.
  • Verify before you trust. Always double-check URLs, contract addresses, and sender identities through official channels.
  • Use bookmarks. For exchanges and DeFi sites you use regularly, bookmark the real URLs and always navigate from your bookmarks.
  • Review what you sign. Before confirming any transaction in your wallet, understand what it is asking you to approve.
  • Limit token approvals. When a site asks you to approve spending your tokens, choose a specific amount instead of unlimited if possible.
  • Use a hardware wallet for any significant holdings. It adds a physical confirmation step that can save you from accidental signings.

When Something Feels Off

If you encounter something suspicious — a too-good-to-be-true offer, an unsolicited DM, or a site that feels wrong — the safest action is to do nothing. Close the tab, ignore the message, and verify through official channels. The cost of missing a real opportunity is almost always less than the cost of falling for a scam.

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