> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.mywallet.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.mywallet.io/intro/scams/phishing.md).

# Phishing

### 🤔 What is phishing?

**Phishing** is a method of fraud where scammers **impersonate** well-known services to steal your login credentials, private keys, or seed phrase.

To access users' funds, scammers use various tactics.

### :eyes: How to recognize phishing scam?

#### Fake Websites

They look almost identical to the real ones, with minor domain differences (e.g., *my-wallett.io* instead of *mywallet.io*).

#### Fake Support

Scammers pretend to be support staff offering "help" with your issues—real or not.

#### Fraudulent Bots

Bots in Telegram or other services ask for personal details or lead you to suspicious links.

#### Hidden Hyperlink Substitution

A link might look legit—like <kbd>t.me/myapp</kbd>—but actually redirect to a fake one, such as <kbd>t.me/myappnotscam</kbd>.

Always double-check the real destination. On desktop, hover your cursor to preview the link. On mobile, tap and hold to reveal where it leads.

### 🥷 How it works?

Here's that scammers do:

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**Building Trust**

They create a sense of urgency, warn users about potential risks, or offer free help with account problems.
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**Stealing Data**

Users are redirected to a fake site or form, or asked to share login details or sign a malicious transaction.
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**Withdrawing Funds**

Once the scammer gains access, they withdraw users' funds immediately.
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### 🕵️ How to protect yourself from phishing?

* Always check the domain of the site and the support accounts you're dealing with.
* Don’t click suspicious links in emails or messages.
* Avoid downloading files or apps from untrusted sources.
* Enable 2FA for your accounts whenever possible.

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**Never share your seed phrase with anyone.**
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If an offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Stick to basic [**security rules**](/intro/scams/how-to-protect-yourself-from-fraud.md) to protect your funds.
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