To ensure the safety of users’ funds and prevent fraud and illegal transactions, all users must carefully read this guide and strictly follow the relevant preventive rules.
Chapter 1: Basic Fraud Tactics and Prevention
1. SMS Fraud
Tactic:
Fraudsters place an order, delay through chat, and send fake payment confirmation messages to trick you into releasing digital assets prematurely.
Prevention:
Never rely solely on SMS for confirmation. Always check your actual balance via online banking or mobile banking app.
2. Proxy Payment Fraud
Tactic:
Fraudsters use “Pay on behalf” features in Alipay or WeChat to make you think payment has been made. They may also use fixed QR codes to mislead, causing overpayment.
Prevention:
Refuse proxy payments and only accept standard transfer methods. Verify the amount before scanning the QR code.
3. Fake Screenshot Fraud
Tactic:
Fraudsters create fake bank transfer screenshots to make you think the funds have arrived and prompt you to release assets.
Prevention:
Always verify actual incoming funds. Do not rely on screenshots; check the balance directly in your bank app.
4. Incorrect Transfer Fraud
Tactic:
Fraudsters intentionally transfer to their own account and provide proof of payment to trick you into releasing assets.
Prevention:
Base releases only on actual incoming transactions to your account. Do not release assets until funds are confirmed.
5. Multi-Order Confusion Fraud
Tactic:
Fraudsters place multiple orders in sequence, marking some as “paid” even though payment has not been made, creating confusion and tricking you into releasing unpaid orders.
Prevention:
Verify each order against your account transactions. The payer’s name must match the platform-verified account.
6. Fake Alipay Feature Fraud
Tactic:
Fraudsters click “paid” but have not made a payment, using Alipay request features to mislead the user.
Prevention:
Refuse unknown payment requests and do not release assets in a rush due to pressure.
Chapter 2: Advanced Fraud Tactics and Prevention
1. Same Amount “Swap” Fraud
Tactic:
Fraudster A pays but does not mark as paid. Fraudster B marks unpaid as paid using A’s payment proof to get assets.
Prevention:
Confirm payer information and ensure funds come from the actual order buyer.
2. Partial Payment Fraud
Tactic:
Fraudsters pay only part of the order amount (e.g., 1,000) but attempt to obtain the full assets (e.g., 10,000).
Prevention:
Do not release assets until full order payment is confirmed. Contact platform support for verification in unusual cases.
Chapter 3: High-Level Fraud Tactics and Prevention
1. Fake Guarantee Fraud (Dormant Fraud)
Tactic:
Fraudsters gain trust by pretending to be long-term partners or acting as “guarantors,” customer service, or celebrities to acquire assets.
Prevention:
The platform never provides guarantee services. Any request for guarantee-based transactions is fraudulent.
2. Fake Advertisement “Swap” Fraud
Tactic:
Low-priced listings lure payment to non-order accounts, resulting in losses to the merchant.
Prevention:
Only pay the order counterpart. The payment account must match the platform-verified account.
Chapter 4: Safe Trading Recommendations
Complete all trades within the platform. Private trades are prohibited. Payments must use verified accounts consistent with platform information. Only actual received funds are valid; screenshots are not accepted. Do not use proxy payments, do not accept non-verified payments, and do not provide third-party accounts. If you encounter suspicious activity, contact platform support immediately and do not release assets hastily.
Reminder
ASTX is committed to providing a safe and reliable trading environment. However, ultimate responsibility for fund safety rests with the user. Be vigilant, follow safety rules strictly, and avoid unnecessary losses.
Report any suspicious transactions immediately to ASTX customer support.