Scam Attempts
Scam attempts using the bot are not frequent, but like any decentralized, KYC-free peer-to-peer exchange, it's not immune to them. To avoid falling victim to scams, caution must be exercised, being attentive to suspicious behavior, and in case of doubt, cancel the operation or open a dispute.
Possible Scams:
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A scammer trying to buy USDT might use the
/fiatsentcommand to claim they've sent fiat money when, in reality, they haven't, hoping the seller will trust their word and release the USDT without verifying the receipt of fiat. It's crucial for the seller to ensure they've received fiat before using the/releasecommand, even if the buyer sends an image as proof of payment, as it could be manipulated. -
Some fiat payment methods are reversible, like PayPal, which scammers can exploit to purchase USDT and then reverse the fiat transfer. We recommend using only irreversible payment methods to avoid this type of scam.
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Some scammers establish multiple operations within the bot to build relationships with users and then contact them privately to persuade them to conduct transactions outside the bot. This is risky as there's no guarantee they'll fulfill their part. We recommend not engaging in transactions outside the bot, even if the offers seem enticing. You can suggest conducting them using @DigitalP2PBot for mutual security.
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There may also be impersonators of administrators and solvers who message users to ask for money or persuade them to press
/releaseor/cancelon an order, request payment of an invoice to "cancel the order later," etc. Always verify the legitimacy of the person messaging you. You can check who the administrators are in the community.