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Free tokens sound fun, but not every airdrop is friendly. Learn the red flags, common tricks, and simple habits that help keep your wallet safe.
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Airdrops are often used as marketing tools or rewards for projects. A legitimate airdrop is announced publicly, in places that match the project’s history. When a campaign feels transparent and dull, that's a good sign. Airdropped tokens should not ask users to do big things.