How to Avoid Crypto Scams in 2025 – My Top 7 Rules for Beginners

If you’re new to crypto, you’ve probably seen messages like:
“Double your Bitcoin today!”
“Send me 0.1 ETH and get 1 ETH back!”

😬 Yeah, I’ve seen them too. And when I started, I almost fell for a few of them.

In this post, I’ll show you 7 must-know rules that help protect your crypto, your wallet, and your peace of mind.

1. 🚫 Never Trust “Free Money” DMs
   If someone messages you out of nowhere promising giveaways, they’re lying.
   Real giveaways don’t ask you to send crypto first.

2. 🔐 Keep Your Seed Phrase OFFLINE
   Your seed phrase (12 or 24 words) is the key to your wallet. If anyone gets it, they take all your coins.

✅ Write it down on paper.
❌ Never store it in Google Drive, WhatsApp, or screenshots.

1. 📧 Watch for Fake Websites & Emails
   Scammers make fake versions of real websites like “crypt0.com” or “binance-giveaway.xyz”. Always double-check the URL. Bookmark trusted links.

2. ❌ Don’t Click Unknown Airdrop Links
   Lots of scammers post fake airdrops that steal your wallet info when you connect.
   Use trusted airdrop trackers like CoinMarketCap or Layer3.

3. 🛡️ Use 2FA (Two-Factor Authentication)
   Enable 2FA on your wallets and exchange accounts.
   Use an app like Authy or Google Authenticator, not SMS.

4. 🧠 If It Sounds Too Good to Be True… It Is.
   “No risk, high reward” is the oldest lie in crypto.
   Scammers love to promise riches fast — but real crypto wealth is built over time.

5. 💬 Ask Before You Act
   If you’re not sure about something, ask someone you trust.
   You can DM me or comment below. I’ve been through a lot and I’ll tell you straight.

✊ Final Thoughts
Crypto gives us freedom — but only if we stay alert.
Learn. Protect yourself. Then teach others around you.

🔐 Keep your keys.
💡 Use your head.
💬 And reach out if you’re unsure — we’re all learning.

Follow me @andytherbg for more real talk on crypto freedom 💥