Phishing

A scam that tricks you into revealing passwords or keys.

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What is phishing?

Phishing is a scam where an attacker pretends to be a trusted source to trick you into sharing sensitive details, such as passwords, keys or recovery phrases. It often arrives by email, message or fake website.

How to stay safe

In crypto, phishing frequently targets wallet seed phrases and login details. Always check web addresses carefully, avoid clicking suspicious links, and never share your seed phrase with anyone.

Related terms

A secret code that lets you access and control your crypto. Never share it.

Slang for selling an asset quickly, often at the first sign of trouble.

A unique digital token that represents ownership of a specific item.

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