#CryptoScamSurge ### **Common Crypto Scams to Watch For**

1. **Phishing Scams** – Fake emails/websites mimicking legitimate platforms (e.g., fake Coinbase login pages).

2. **Pump-and-Dump Schemes** – Fraudsters artificially inflate a coin’s price before selling, leaving others with losses.

3. **Fake Giveaways** – "Send crypto to this address, and we’ll double it!" (Often impersonates Elon Musk or big exchanges).

4. **Rug Pulls** – Developers abandon a project after taking investors’ money (common in DeFi).

5. **Romance Scams** – Scammers build trust, then ask for crypto investments.

### **How to Protect Yourself**

✅ **Verify URLs** – Always check website authenticity.

✅ **Use Hardware Wallets** – Store crypto offline (e.g., Ledger, Trezor).

✅ **Avoid "Too Good to Be True" Offers** – No legitimate project guarantees huge returns.

✅ **Research Before Investing** – Check CoinGecko, audits, and community trust.

✅ **Enable 2FA** – Secure exchange/logins with two-factor authentication.