đŠ Common Bitcoin Scams
Fake Tech Support
Scammers may pretend to represent:
1Bitcoin.ca
wallet providers
exchanges
recovery services
They may ask for:
login credentials
remote access to your computer
wallet information
â ď¸ Never give remote access to someone claiming to provide support.
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âGuaranteed Returnâ Offers
If someone promises:
guaranteed profits
risk-free Bitcoin investments
doubled Bitcoin returns
it is likely a scam.
No legitimate Bitcoin investment can guarantee returns.
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Phishing Emails & Fake Websites
Scammers may create:
fake login pages
look-alike websites
phishing emails pretending to be legitimate companies
Always verify:
the website URL
the senderâs email address
official communication channels
â ď¸ Only log in through:
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Romance & Investment Scams
Some scammers build trust through:
dating apps
social media
messaging platforms
before encouraging victims to:
invest Bitcoin
send funds
join fake investment platforms
â ď¸ Be cautious if someone you met online asks for Bitcoin.
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â How To Stay Safe
To help protect yourself:
never share your password or 2FA code
use a wallet you personally control
double-check wallet addresses carefully
verify websites before logging in
avoid pressure tactics or urgent investment requests
â ď¸ 1Bitcoin.ca will never:
ask for your password
request your seed phrase
ask for remote access to your device
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đ§ When In Doubt, Ask
If something feels suspicious:
stop communicating immediately
avoid sending Bitcoin
contact support before proceeding
To contact support:
request a live agent through the support chat
or email [email protected]
