What you will do
By the end, you will have a five-point checklist you can run on any offer, message, or link.
You will need: An offer, message, or link you are unsure about, or a recent example you remember.
An example to look at
Hi! Our AI trading tool doubles your money in 7 days, guaranteed. Only 10 spots left. Send a small deposit now to join.
The steps
Check the promise
Anything that promises guaranteed returns, doubled money, or "no risk" is a red flag. Real opportunities always carry risk.
Check the pressure
Countdown timers, "only 10 spots left", and "act now" are meant to stop you from thinking. Give yourself a day.
Check who is asking
Did a stranger message you first? Is the "support" account new, or copied from a real one? Real support never asks for your recovery phrase.
Check the link
Read the web address letter by letter. Type the site's address yourself instead of tapping a link in a message.
Check the ask
Never share a recovery phrase or send money to "verify" your wallet. Stop, and ask someone you trust.
Check yourself
Quick check
If two or more of these checks raise a red flag, walk away. You lose nothing by waiting.