---
title: "Binance scam messages: how to spot a fake | TapSafely"
url: https://tapsafely.com/scams/binance-scam-messages
source: TapSafely
description: "Is that Binance message real? The warning signs, Binance's real websites, how to check safely and where to report a fake."
---

[Home](https://tapsafely.com/)/[Scam guides](https://tapsafely.com/scams/)/[Brand scams](https://tapsafely.com/scams/brands)/ Binance

# Binance scam messages: how to spot a fake

Scammers copy Binance because millions of people use it. Here's how to tell a fake Binance message from a real one, and what to do if you already clicked.

By the TapSafely editorial team · Updated 16 September 2026

## In short

Binance says it will never request funds or tokens through private communications, and warns that any message telling you to move your assets to a secure wallet is a scam.

**Most common fake:** Spoofed SMS messages that appear to come from Binance.

**Safest check:** Use Binance Verify on binance.com to check a link, email address, phone number or social account, no account needed.

Example · fake Binance message · Illustrative, links disabled

Binance: Unusual login detected. Your account will be frozen in 2 hours unless you move your assets to a secure wallet: binance-safe-transfer[.]com

An example fake Binance message with the warning signs highlighted.

## What Binance says

Binance says it will never request funds or tokens through private communications, and warns that any message telling you to move your assets to a secure wallet is a scam. Source: [Binance](https://www.binance.com/en/official-verification)

## Common fake Binance messages

- Spoofed SMS messages that appear to come from Binance
- Fake Binance support agents contacting you directly
- Threats that your account will expire unless you move assets to a secure wallet
- Fake social media or Telegram accounts impersonating Binance

## Binance's real web addresses

Genuine Binance links and emails use these domains. Look at the part just before the first single slash: **binance.com** is real, but **binance-support-center.com** or **binance.com.account-check.top** are not.

- **binance.com**

Scammers can also hide a fake link behind real-looking text. [Learn how to read a web address](https://tapsafely.com/scams/phishing-links).

## How to check a Binance message safely

1. Use Binance Verify on binance.com to check a link, email address, phone number or social account, no account needed
2. Turn on your anti-phishing code and ignore emails that do not show it
3. Type binance.com yourself rather than using links in messages

## How to report a fake Binance message

- Report scams through the Binance scam report page, the Report Scam button on a transaction, or Binance support chat. [Official details on binance.com](https://www.binance.com/en/support/faq/how-to-report-scams-on-binance-support-49b6dbdd87ed4c60b527375918ab5683)

Also report it to the official fraud service in your country. [See the worldwide list](https://tapsafely.com/been-scammed#where-to-report).

## If you clicked, paid or shared details

### Act quickly. It makes a difference.

1. If you entered card or bank details, call your bank now using the number on your card, and ask them to block the card.
2. If you entered a password, change it on the real Binance website or app and turn on two-step verification.
3. Expect follow-up calls or messages pretending to help. Never share one-time codes or move money to a "safe account".
4. Report the scam, then delete the message.

More help: [Crypto and investment scams](https://tapsafely.com/scams/crypto-investment-scams) and [what to do after a scam](https://tapsafely.com/been-scammed).

## Questions people ask

Does Binance send messages asking for payment or personal details?

Binance says it will never request funds or tokens through private communications, and warns that any message telling you to move your assets to a secure wallet is a scam.

How can I check if a Binance message is real?

Use Binance Verify on binance.com to check a link, email address, phone number or social account, no account needed. Turn on your anti-phishing code and ignore emails that do not show it. Type binance.com yourself rather than using links in messages.

How do I report a fake Binance message?

Report scams through the Binance scam report page, the Report Scam button on a transaction, or Binance support chat.

I clicked a link in a fake Binance message. What should I do?

Don't enter anything else. If you typed card or bank details, call your bank now using the number on your card. If you entered a password, change it on the real website and turn on two-step verification. Then report the message and delete it.

## Official sources and further reading

We check our pages against official advice from the organisations themselves and from government agencies.

- [Binance Verify](https://www.binance.com/en/official-verification) (Binance)
- [How to Prevent Phishing Attacks](https://www.binance.com/en/support/faq/how-to-prevent-phishing-attacks-360020819031) (Binance)
- [How to Report Scams on Binance Support](https://www.binance.com/en/support/faq/how-to-report-scams-on-binance-support-49b6dbdd87ed4c60b527375918ab5683) (Binance)

### Got a message like this?

Paste the message or link

Check it free

### Still unsure?

Describe what happened and our AI assistant will help, in any language.

Ask TapSafely

### Seen this scam?

Your report helps warn people in your area.

[Report it](https://tapsafely.com/report)

### Free check tools

- [Link checker](https://tapsafely.com/link-checker)
- [QR code checker](https://tapsafely.com/qr-code-checker)
- [Screenshot checker](https://tapsafely.com/screenshot-scam-checker)
- [Scam glossary](https://tapsafely.com/scam-glossary)

## Related

[Guide

### Crypto and investment scams

Guaranteed returns, deepfake celebrity ads and platforms that won't let you withdraw. How investment scams work and how …

Read guide](https://tapsafely.com/scams/crypto-investment-scams)[Brand alert

### Coinbase scam messages: how to spot a fake

Coinbase says its support agents will never ask for your password, 2-step verification code or seed phrase, as…

How to spot it](https://tapsafely.com/scams/coinbase-scam-messages)[Brand alert

### USPS scam texts: how to spot a fake

USPS says it will not send you texts or emails unless you first asked for updates using a tracking number, and…

How to spot it](https://tapsafely.com/scams/usps-scam-texts)[Brand alert

### Royal Mail scam texts: how to spot a fake

Royal Mail says it only sends email and text notifications when the sender asked for them on a tracked service…

How to spot it](https://tapsafely.com/scams/royal-mail-scam-texts)
