Educational Knowledge Base
Scam Prevention & Action Guides
Practical, actionable advice to help you preserve digital evidence, understand fraud mechanics, and protect yourself against future threats.
Guide 01
How to Spot Fake Investment Brokers and Refuse Withdrawal Fees
A breakdown of common tactics used by fraudulent trading platforms, including advance fee demands, fake account managers, and simulated profit statements.
Essential Action Points:
- Never send additional money to 'unlock' an existing balance.
- Check the broker's registration on the SEC, FCA, or ASIC official registries.
- Document all chat logs, deposit instructions, and withdrawal errors immediately.
- Stop communications if the broker uses threats of legal action or account termination.
Guide 02
The First 24 Hours: What to Do Immediately After Sending Funds to a Scam
Critical immediate actions to preserve your digital records and prevent further unauthorized access to your devices or accounts.
Essential Action Points:
- Record every transaction hash (TXID) or bank wire confirmation number.
- Change passwords on your email, banking, and cryptocurrency exchange accounts immediately.
- Uninstall any remote desktop software (AnyDesk, TeamViewer) the scammers asked you to install.
- Contact your sending bank or exchange to file an urgent disputed payment notice.
Guide 03
How to Identify Secondary Recovery Scams
Why victims are targeted repeatedly by imposters claiming they can 'hack the blockchain' to get stolen money back.
Essential Action Points:
- Block anyone on social media (Telegram, Instagram, WhatsApp) claiming private hacking capabilities.
- Be suspicious of unsolicited messages offering to recover funds for an upfront fee.
- Legitimate recovery occurs through legal and financial compliance channels, not private hackers.
- Demand formal corporate registration details before engaging with any investigation agency.