Here’s a **simple explanation of how scams happen on Binance**, especially **Binance P2P**, in easy words 👇
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## 🔴 Common Binance Scams (Very Important)
### 1️⃣ **P2P Fake Payment Scam**
* Scammer shows a **fake payment screenshot**
* Says “I’ve paid, release crypto”
* Money **never arrives** in your bank
✅ **Rule:** Release crypto **only after money is actually received** in your bank.
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### 2️⃣ **Chargeback / Reversal Scam**
* Buyer sends money
* After getting crypto, they **complain to the bank** and reverse payment
* You lose both **money + crypto**
✅ **Rule:** Avoid third-party or suspicious accounts.
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### 3️⃣ **Third-Party Payment Scam**
* Payment comes from **different name** than buyer
* Later bank marks it as **fraud**
* Your account can be **frozen**
✅ **Rule:** Accept payment **only from buyer’s own bank account**.
## 4️⃣ **Outside Binance Chat Scam**
* Scammer asks to chat on **WhatsApp / Telegram**
* Pressures you to release crypto
* Binance **cannot protect you**
✅ **Rule:** Never leave Binance chat.
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### 5️⃣ **Urgency & Pressure Scam**
* “Release fast or I’ll report you”
* “My account is blocked, hurry”
* This is **psychological pressure**
✅ **Rule:** Stay calm. Scammers rush you.
### 6️⃣ **Fake Binance Support**
* Fake emails or messages saying **“Binance account problem”**
* Asks for login or OTP
❌ Binance **never asks** for password or OTP.
## 🛡️ How to Stay Safe
✔ Check **real bank balance**, not screenshots
✔ Match **name & amount exactly**
✔ Keep **all chat inside Binance**
✔ Don’t rush — scammers rush
✔ Report suspicious users immediately
If you want, I can also:
* Create a **warning image/post** for Binance users
* Explain **Pakistan bank–related P2P
risks**
* Share **step-by-step safe P2P trading rules*
