"Crypto-only" tip jar in profile bios
Profile bios that publish a Bitcoin / USDT / Litecoin address and ask for "direct tips" outside the platform. The funds are unrecoverable, the receipts won't hold up, and the recipient may not be the performer at all.
Why this pattern works
Crypto wallets are favoured because they're irreversible, hard to attribute and don't require KYC. We see the same wallet addresses across multiple cam rooms - a strong signal that a single off-platform operator is harvesting tips from many performers' audiences.
Signs you are in this pattern
If two or more of these match what is happening, treat it as the scam.
Verbatim lines we have seen used
If you hear or read these, the script is running.
"I only accept BTC, the site is killing creators.
"Crypto is the only way that actually reaches me.
"Scan the QR - it's instant and private.
What to do right now
Sequential, low-risk actions. Do them in order.
Treat any crypto payment as gone the moment it confirms.
Take a full-page screenshot of the bio including the wallet address.
Submit the evidence here - we de-duplicate wallets across reports.
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