Scammers are getting smarter â especially in Binance P2P trades.Hereâs a breakdown of the most common scams, real-life examples, and how to stay safe.
1ď¸âŁ Common Fraud TypesA) Fake Payment ProofHow it works:You sell USDT on Binance P2P.Buyer sends a fake payment screenshot â but never actually transfers money.
If you release crypto without checking your bank, itâs gone.Example:Buyer shows you a âbank transferâ of PKR 50,000. Later you find nothing in your account.
Precaution:
Always confirm the funds in your bank account, not just a screenshot.Communicate only in Binance chat (recorded for disputes).
---B) Chargeback ScamHow it works:
Buyer pays via reversible methods (PayPal, card).After you release USDT, they reverse the payment through their bank or payment service.
Example:
Buyer claims âunauthorized transactionâ on PayPal â money refunded to them, you lose both cash and crypto.Precaution:Avoid reversible payment options.Prefer verified direct bank transfers.
---C) Off-Platform DealsHow it works:
Buyer suggests moving the deal to WhatsApp/Telegram for âbetter priceâ or âno fees.âThey vanish with your crypto â no Binance protection.
Example:You agree to trade outside Binance. Buyer blocks you after receiving your USDT.Precaution:Never trade outside Binance escrow
.---D) Overpayment TrapHow it works:
Buyer âaccidentallyâ sends extra money and asks for a refund.Later, their original payment is reversed â you lose your own money.
Example:You sell USDT for PKR 50,000, they send PKR 70,000 and request PKR 20,000 back. Bank reverses the 70K, leaving you down 20K.Precaution:Donât refund until funds are confirmed genuine & irreversible.If overpaid, contact Binance Support.
---E) Phishing & Account Takeover How it works:
Scammers send fake Binance login links or emails.You enter your details, they take over your account and withdraw funds.Example:Email says âYour account is at risk, click here to secure it.â The link is fake.Precaution:Check URL is binance.com.Enable Google Authenticator 2FA.Never click unknown links.
---F) Pump & Dump Groups How it works:
Groups claim to know coins that will âmoon.âPrice pumps briefly, then insiders dump â price crashes.
Example:You buy a coin at $1.50 on group advice, minutes later it drops to $0.30.Precaution:Avoid hype & âsecret signalâ groups.Do your own research.---đĄ
Golden Safety Rules
â Trade only inside Binance escrow.
â Confirm money in your bank account before releasing crypto.
â Avoid PayPal & other reversible payments.
â Enable 2FA & withdrawal whitelist.
â Keep communication inside Binance chat.
â Donât fall for âtoo good to be trueâ deals.
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