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What Are Airdrop Scams?
Airdrop scams refer to fraudulent schemes designed to deceive cryptocurrency users by offering fake airdrops β supposed giveaways of tokens or coins. These scams exploit the allure of free tokens to trick beginners and unsuspecting individuals into connecting their crypto wallets to malicious websites, transferring assets to fraudsters, or disclosing sensitive information.
How Airdrop Scams Work
Most airdrop scams will involve some sort of phishing technique that lure users into malicious websites. Letβs go through some common methods.
Fake airdrop promotion
Scammers set up phishing websites mimicking legitimate airdrop and promote it through various channels, including social media, email, and messaging platforms. Their goal is to trick users into revealing their sensitive information or connecting their crypto wallets.
In other words, they lure users by promising free tokens in exchange for participating in the airdrop. Once users express interest, scammers may request personal information, wallet addresses, or even private keys under the guise of claiming the airdrop. However, instead of receiving tokens, victims may find their wallets drained or compromised.
Impersonation
Scammers impersonate well-known cryptocurrency exchanges or influencers to gain credibility and lure victims into participating in fraudulent airdrops. Scammers may also hack into legitimate accounts to take advantage of their followers.
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