Reporting scams helps protect the wider crypto community and identify active threats. Reports to law enforcement may also help freeze scammer assets in some cases.

Phantom cannot recover stolen funds, as the wallet is non-custodial and blockchain transactions are irreversible.

Report to Chainabuse #

Chainabuse is a public blockchain threat reporting platform used by investigators, exchanges, and security researchers.

Submit a report using this link: chainabuse.com. This will help create a public record tied to the scammer's wallet address that others can find and add to.

This is one of the most effective things you can do independently to warn others and support investigations.

Report to law enforcement #

Depending on where you are and the size of the loss, law enforcement may be able to help. In some cases, especially where large sums are involved, agencies have successfully worked with exchanges to freeze or recover stolen crypto.

Here are some options:

• File a police report: Contact your local law enforcement and file a formal report. Get a case number, as you may need it if you pursue further action.
• Report to the FBI (US only): Submit a report to the Internet Crime Complaint Center at ic3.gov. The IC3 works with financial institutions and exchanges and has assisted in freezing stolen crypto in past cases.

See also #

Security tips for Phantom users