How to Recover Funds After a Scam

Document Everything Immediately

Save all transaction hashes, wallet addresses, chat transcripts, email headers, and website URLs. Detailed documentation is crucial for law enforcement and blockchain analytics investigations.

Report to Authorities and Platforms

File reports with your local cybercrime unit, national reporting centers (e.g. IC3, Action Fraud), and the exchanges or platforms involved to freeze illicit funds where possible.

Beware of Recovery Scams

Fraudsters often target recent victims claiming they can hack back or recover stolen crypto for an upfront fee. Legitimate recovery services never ask for advance payments.