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Staying safe from scams and phishing

Updated over a week ago

DeFi is powerful, but it also attracts scammers. Staying safe means knowing how to spot red flags and only trusting official Synthetix resources.

Common Scams to Watch For

  • Fake websites - Lookalike sites pretending to be Synthetix.

  • Phishing links - Links in DMs, emails, or popups asking you to connect your wallet.

  • Fake airdrops - Scams offering free tokens if you sign or approve something.

  • Impersonators - People pretending to be “Synthetix support” in Discord, Telegram, or Twitter. Synthetix Support, Moderators or Team Members will not message you directly first.

Safety Tips

  • Only use official Synthetix apps and links from official Synthetix sources.

  • Never share your seed phrase or private key.

  • Double-check URLs before connecting your wallet.

  • Don’t trust random messages offering help, Synthetix support will never DM you first.

What to Do If You Suspect a Scam

  1. Do not sign or approve anything.

  2. Disconnect your wallet from the site.

  3. Revoke approvals if you signed by mistake (use Revoke.cash).

  4. Move your funds to a new wallet if you think your keys are compromised.

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