Fake Website Warning signs

How to Spot Fake Investment Websites — Checklist & Examples

Fake websites are one of the most common scam tools. They look professional but are designed solely to collect deposits. Here’s how to identify them before you lose money.


1. Domain Red Flags

  • Domain age less than 1 year

  • No company connection to domain

  • Multiple domain variations

  • Strange URLs like “.site” or “.xyz”


2. Website Behavior Red Flags

  • Low-quality graphics

  • Broken links

  • Plagiarized content

  • Fake trading charts

  • No legal documentation


3. Contact Information Red Flags

  • No phone number

  • Fake office address

  • Unverified social media accounts

  • Generic Gmail / Outlook email


4. Withdrawal Red Flags

  • Minimum withdrawal fees

  • Delayed processing

  • Sudden account freezes

  • Requests for new deposits

5. Internal Links