Avoiding Scams
Lesson 2 of 2 · 3 min
Your everyday safety checklist
A quick routine to run before any crypto action.
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Lesson
Use this checklist any time you're about to send, swap, connect or sign.
Before you act
- Did I start this, or did a message start it? If a message, slow down.
- Am I on the official app or a bookmarked site?
- Is anyone asking for my recovery phrase, private key or codes? If yes — stop.
Before you confirm
- Is the address right, from a trusted source, checked at the start, middle and end?
- Is the network the same on both sides?
- Do I understand what I'm approving or signing?
- Is the fee reasonable?
Keep your setup tidy
- Keep software up to date.
- Use separate wallets: one for everyday use with small amounts, one for long-term holdings.
- Consider a hardware wallet for larger amounts.
Key points
- Ask: who started this?
- Official app or bookmark only.
- Never share phrase, keys or codes.
- Check address, network, approval and fee.
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