#StaySAFU

### **#StaySAFU: How to Keep Your Crypto Secure in 2024**

The crypto market is heating up, but so are scams, hacks, and phishing attacks. Protecting your assets is more crucial than ever. Here’s how to **#StaySAFU** (Secure Asset Fund for Users) and avoid becoming another statistic.

#### **1. Use Cold Wallets for Long-Term Holdings**

- **Hardware wallets** (Ledger, Trezor) keep your keys offline, away from hackers.

- Never share your **seed phrase**—store it securely (metal backups > paper).

#### **2. Enable 2FA & Avoid SMS Authentication**

- Use **Google Authenticator** or **Authy** instead of SMS (SIM swaps are real).

- Secure email accounts with strong passwords + 2FA.

#### **3. Beware of Phishing & Fake Links**

- Double-check URLs before entering login details (fake MetaMask/Exchange sites are common).

- Never click on suspicious DMs or "free token" offers.

#### **4. Smart Contract Risks**

- Audit contracts before interacting (use **CertiK** or **SlowMist**).

- Revoke unnecessary token approvals via **Etherscan Token Approvals**.

#### **5. Exchange Safety**

- Keep only trading funds on exchanges; withdraw to self-custody.

- Use **whitelisted addresses** for withdrawals.

#### **6. Stay Updated on Scams**

- Follow **@zachxbt** (on-chain sleuth) and **@rekt** for exploit alerts.

- If it sounds too good to be true (airdrops, "support" calls), it’s a scam.

### **Final Thought**

Crypto is about **self-sovereignty**—your security is your responsibility. Stay paranoid, verify everything, and **never rush transactions**.

🔐 **#StaySAF U**—because a single mistake can cost everything.

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