The world of cryptocurrency continues to evolve at a rapid pace, offering fast transactions, borderless payments, and exciting opportunities for investors and everyday users alike. However, with these opportunities also come new risks. As the adoption of digital assets such as USDT, Bitcoin, and Ethereum grows, scammers are finding increasingly sophisticated ways to deceive unsuspecting users.
At Pera, we are committed to empowering our community with the knowledge needed to protect their hard-earned money. In this article, we explore some of the most common and dangerous crypto scams to be aware of in 2025, along with practical tips to help you stay safe.
Fake Investment Platforms
One of the most common scams involves fraudulent websites or mobile applications that promise unrealistically high returns on your crypto deposits. These platforms often display fake profit dashboards to create a false sense of trust. Inevitably, the operators disappear with all deposited funds.
Stay Safe: Always remember — if an offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Research any platform before investing, check for licensing, and rely only on reputable, regulated providers.
Phishing Links and Fake Wallet Apps
Phishing remains one of the oldest yet most effective tactics in the scammer’s toolkit. Fraudsters send emails, texts, or social media messages designed to look legitimate, often claiming that your wallet needs urgent verification. Clicking on these links may lead you to a fake site that steals your login credentials or private keys.
Stay Safe: Avoid clicking on suspicious links and always navigate directly to official websites or apps. Download wallet applications only from verified app stores, and remember — Pera will never ask for your PIN or private keys.
Pump-and-Dump Schemes
These schemes often begin in online groups, particularly on Telegram or WhatsApp, where members are promised quick profits by “pumping” the price of a coin. In reality, early buyers — often the group organizers — sell their holdings at inflated prices, leaving others with worthless tokens.
Stay Safe: Resist the temptation to invest based purely on hype. Always review the fundamentals of a project before committing your funds. Quick gains frequently lead to quick losses.
Fake Airdrops and Giveaways
Social media is rife with posts claiming, “Send 1 USDT and get 10 USDT back.” Unfortunately, once you send your money, it’s gone for good.
Stay Safe: Genuine companies will never require you to send funds to receive rewards. Always verify promotions through official channels and treat unsolicited “free money” offers with extreme caution.
Rug Pulls in New Tokens and DeFi Projects
In this scam, a new cryptocurrency or DeFi project launches with big promises and attractive rewards. After investors commit significant amounts of capital, the developers suddenly withdraw all liquidity and vanish.
Stay Safe: Before investing, check if the project’s smart contracts have been audited, look for a transparent development team, and avoid projects with anonymous founders or vague roadmaps. Be especially cautious of new ventures offering unusually high annual yields (APYs).
Impersonation Scams
Some scammers pose as official Pera support agents, popular influencers, or crypto experts. They may reach out directly, offering assistance or “exclusive” opportunities — all in an attempt to gain your trust and steal your funds.
Stay Safe: Pera will never contact you first to request personal details or account access. Always verify identities through official channels and avoid private deals with strangers.
Security Is Your Best Investment
In the world of crypto, you are your own bank — which means you have full control over your assets and full responsibility for your security.
To protect yourself:
Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) on all accounts.
Keep your wallet’s private keys stored securely and offline.
Stay up to date with the latest scam alerts and security best practices.
🔐 Pera Keeps You Safe
With Pera, your crypto transactions are safeguarded by bank-grade security, fraud monitoring systems, and instant transfers to trusted recipients. Whether you’re storing USDT, Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other assets, you can transact with confidence.
Through our platform, you can:
Send and receive crypto securely.
Pay bills, buy airtime, and shop — all in one place.
Access 24/7 customer support from verified Pera agents.
📲 Stay secure, stay in control — download or update the Pera app on Google Playstore or App Store today.