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Crypto scam

Victim of a crypto scam? The first hours matter.

Fake investment site, fictitious trading platform, drained wallet, blackmail or fake "fund recovery" service: we trace the funds, identify the circuits and build evidence that can be used in court. Here is what to do, in order.

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Beware of fake "fund recovery" services

After a scam, companies contact you out of the blue promising to recover your crypto against an upfront payment or "unlocking fees": that is a second scam. No serious actor guarantees recovery. RAID Square works on a quote, after a preliminary analysis of your case, and tells you clearly what is realistic.

RAID Square is a French investigation firm specialised in cryptocurrency scams. After a fraud, we trace the funds across blockchains, identify the platforms and actors involved, send documented freezing requests and produce an expert report admissible for your complaint, your lawyer and the courts. More than 500 operations carried out and over $1 billion in assets analysed.

The 5 things to do right now

  1. 1

    Stop every payment

    Do not pay anything more, even to "unlock", "verify" or "clear taxes" on your gains: that is the second phase of the scam. Stop sharing codes, passwords or your recovery phrase.

  2. 2

    Keep all the evidence

    Wallet addresses, transaction identifiers (hashes), screenshots of the platform and conversations, emails, phone numbers, proof of payment, dates and amounts. Delete nothing, clean nothing.

  3. 3

    Alert your bank and the exchange

    Report the operation to your bank and, if the funds went through an exchange, to its fraud team: some transfers can still be blocked or traced quickly.

  4. 4

    File a complaint

    File a complaint with the police. In France, use the THESEE online platform for internet scams, report the website on Pharos and check the AMF blacklist. Cybermalveillance.gouv.fr guides you through the steps.

  5. 5

    Have the funds traced without delay

    The earlier tracing starts, the higher the chances of a freeze. We step in urgently to follow the funds across blockchains, identify the cash-out platforms and send documented freezing requests.

How we support you

A team at the crossroads of legal, cyber and investigation, called upon for its technical expertise by courts, law firms and elite government units.

Describe my situation

  • Emergency on-chain tracing

    Following the funds across blockchains, mixers and platforms up to the cash-out points, with a map of the flows.

  • Identification and OSINT

    Cross-referencing the addresses, websites, identities and infrastructure used by the scammers to identify the actors and their relays.

  • Freezing requests and reports

    Documented requests sent to exchanges and competent authorities to freeze the identified funds.

  • Admissible report and litigation support

    An expert report usable by your lawyer, the authorities and the courts, and support throughout the proceedings.

The scams we handle

  • Fake crypto investment websites and apps
  • Fictitious trading platforms and blocked "profits"
  • Romance scams and pig butchering
  • Phishing, fake support and wallet drainers
  • Identity theft and fake financial advisers
  • Rug pulls and fraudulent projects
  • Blackmail and extortion in cryptocurrencies
  • Fake fund recovery services

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Why RAID Square

  • 500+ operations, $1B+ analysed

    Emergency on-chain tracing that enabled the immediate freezing of extorted funds, and decisive evidence in major disputes.

  • Technical expertise for the courts

    Regularly called upon in court cases, alongside law firms, courts, liquidators and elite government units.

  • Straight talk

    Preliminary analysis, clear quote, no payment in cryptocurrencies, no promise of recovery: we tell you what is possible.

Frequently asked questions

Can stolen cryptocurrencies be recovered?
Sometimes, not always. Transactions are irreversible, but funds often transit through exchanges that can freeze them if a documented request reaches them quickly. Tracing also identifies those responsible and builds a case for legal action. Nobody can guarantee recovery: we give you an honest assessment after analysis.
How much time do I have to act?
As soon as possible: the first hours and days are decisive, before the funds are dispersed or converted. Tracing nevertheless remains possible months after the facts, in particular for legal proceedings.
Do I need to file a complaint?
Yes. A complaint is essential for any freezing request to exchanges, for your insurer and for legal action. Our reports are designed to support your complaint and your case.
How much does an intervention cost?
Every situation is different: we start with a preliminary analysis of your case to assess what is realistic, then we offer a clear quote. We never ask for payment in cryptocurrencies or fees to "unlock" funds.
Do you work with lawyers and authorities?
Yes. We regularly provide our technical expertise alongside law firms, courts, liquidators and elite government units. Our evidence is built to be admissible.
Do you help individuals?
Yes, individuals as well as companies, banks and insurers, in France and internationally.

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Describe your situation

Amounts, dates, platforms used, wallet addresses or transaction hashes if you have them: the more precise your description, the more useful our first analysis will be.

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