Trace & report cyber scams with expert help
We use open-source intel and blockchain analytics to assess cases, guide reporting, and support refund disputes where possible.
We never ask for cryptocurrency payments. Beware of impersonators—always verify our domain and email.
What we do
Investigation, guidance, and safer reporting—without the hype.
Wallet & transaction analysis
Follow flows across chains, compile timelines, and prepare artifacts for reports or disputes.
Bank & platform escalation
Organize evidence, draft dispute language, and reference policies to improve outcomes.
“Is it legit?” checks
Verify operators, domains, and licensing before you engage.
Impersonation & content abuse
Coordinate registrar/host/abuse requests to remove cloned sites and phishing pages.
How it works
Tell us what happened
We capture key dates, wallets, domains, platform handles, and payment proofs.
We triage & verify
We check patterns against our internal knowledge and public-record indicators.
Action plan
You get reporting links, dispute scripts, and safety steps tailored to your case—hosted on our site.
Follow-through
We help you stay organized and escalate when platforms are slow to respond.
Learn how to spot risks
Explore our in-house guides and explainers. No external links.
Alerts & insights
Recent patterns & educational reads—curated and hosted by Refunds Direct.
Beware of impersonators
How fake “recovery agents” contact victims first and what to do.
Scam reporting & evidence packs
Our compiled routes for building a report—kept here on our site.
Broker & investment red flags
Guaranteed returns, deposit pressure, vague regulation.
Common scam types we see
Pig-butchering (romance-investment)
Long-con relationships leading to fake trading platforms and “VIP” deposits.
Phishing & fake support
Brand impersonation via email, SMS, and search ads pointing to look-alike sites.
Unlicensed brokers / recovery rooms
Upfront fees, crypto-only bills, withdrawal blockers.
Marketplace & escrow fraud
Fake listings, spoofed invoices, off-platform payment requests.
Job/recruitment scams
“Start-up kits,” crypto training fees, or payroll mule schemes.
Account takeover
SIM-swap, MFA fatigue, credential stuffing leading to wallet drains.
What clients say
“Clear steps and quick responses. Their dispute notes helped my bank take the case seriously.”
“They mapped the wallets and showed me how to file with the right authority.”
“No crypto fees, no pressure—just practical help to move forward.”
FAQs
Do you guarantee recovery?
No. We provide investigation, documentation, and guidance. Outcomes depend on platforms, timing, and evidence.
How fast do you reply?
We aim to acknowledge within 48 hours for free case reviews.
Can you help with takedowns?
Yes—brand/domain impersonation and phishing content can often be removed via registrar/host abuse channels and legal requests.
Ready to start?
Tell us what happened—we’ll help you take the next right step.