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Basics & Wallet Safety

Phishing

What it means

A deception attempt that tricks users into revealing secrets or signing harmful actions.

Why it matters for work

Community, support, and UX roles must prevent and respond to it.

Common misconception

Only watching for fake websites while ignoring fake staff accounts and DMs.

Where you will encounter it

Roles whose work regularly depends on this term.

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