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Cryptocurrency scam investigation
Trace cryptocurrency transactions, review wallet activity and identify exchanges, services or connected addresses that may be relevant to the case.
Investigate a Crypto Scam →Online scam investigation · Payment tracing · Recovery assessment
Lost money to an online scam? Find out what the evidence shows.
Baitly investigates cryptocurrency scams, fake investment platforms, bank-transfer fraud and other online payment scams. We examine the payment trail, document what can be established and explain which next steps—if any—the evidence supports.
Free initial review. No recovery guarantees. No pressure to proceed.
Start with the facts
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Check the case
Send us the website, wallet address, payment details, messages and any names or contact information connected to the scam. We review the basic facts and identify obvious warning signs.
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Investigate what happened
A named investigator examines the payment trail, connected accounts, websites, companies and digital evidence relevant to the agreed scope.
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Understand the next steps
We explain what the findings support, which parties may hold useful records and whether any realistic recovery route remains. We never guarantee an outcome.
- Named investigator for paid casework
- Written scope before paid work
- Documented findings
- Clear pricing before investigation
Free scam check
Check a suspicious detail before you act
Search a website, wallet address, phone number or email across 71,186 regulator warnings and scam records. A match is not proof of fraud, and no match does not mean it is safe.
Try an example search to see how source labels and findings are displayed.
Baitly investigation: Regulator alert:
A lookup does not create a public report or case. Analytics records only the search type and result category, not the complete value entered.
This is an initial public-record check, not a complete investigation.
Investigation services
Choose the Right Investigation for Your Case
Our online scam investigation services follow the evidence each type of fraud leaves behind. Choose the closest match, or submit the case if you are unsure.
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Investment fraud investigation
Investigate fake trading platforms, fraudulent brokers, cloned investment websites and schemes that block withdrawals or demand additional fees.
Investigate Investment Fraud →03
Bank-transfer fraud investigation
Review transfer details, recipient information, communications and connected entities to establish how the payment was obtained and where enquiries should be directed.
Investigate a Bank Transfer →04
Romance scam investigation
Examine the identities, accounts, images, contact details and payment requests used in a suspected romance or relationship scam.
Investigate a Romance Scam →05
Website and company investigation
Review a suspicious website or online company, including its domain history, public records, related businesses, contact information and reported activity.
Check a Website or Company →06
Recovery company check
Check whether a company contacting you about fund recovery shows warning signs, copied identities, unverifiable claims or links to previously reported activity.
Check a Recovery Company →How Baitly works
Know the Scope and Price Before Paid Work Begins
Every case begins with a free review. You decide whether to proceed only after you know what can be investigated, what it will cost and what you will receive.
Get a Free Case Review- 01
Submit your case
Tell us what happened and provide the information you already have. You do not need to organise everything perfectly before getting in touch.
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Receive an initial review
We assess whether the case contains useful leads and whether Baitly is the right service for it. The initial review is free.
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Approve the investigation
If further work is justified, you receive a written scope, price, expected deliverables and estimated timeframe before deciding whether to proceed.
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Receive documented findings
Your investigator provides the agreed findings and explains what they mean, what remains unknown and which next steps may be realistic.
What you receive
A Clear Record of the Findings
Investigation work should produce more than a phone call and another promise. Deliverables depend on the case and agreed scope, but may include:
- 01A clear incident timeline
- 02Payment and transaction mapping
- 03Cryptocurrency wallet analysis
- 04Website, domain and company findings
- 05Connected account and identity leads
- 06Preserved screenshots and source records
- 07A written findings report
- 08A recovery feasibility assessment
- 09Practical next-step recommendations
Recent investigations
See How Scam Investigations Work
Selected findings show how payment trails are examined and how active scam methods can be recognised. Personal information is removed where appropriate.
Investigation6 min
Is Quantum FX Trade a scam? Baitly investigation
Baitly investigated quantum-fx-trade.com after 214 victim reports. Here is the hosting history, withdrawal pattern and what to do if you deposited.
Read the Case Report →Guide7 min
What to do in the first 24 hours after a crypto scam
A practical hour-by-hour checklist for the first day after losing crypto to a scam: preserve evidence, notify exchanges, file reports and avoid recovery fraud.
Read the Case Report →Guide8 min
How to trace a Bitcoin scammer: a step-by-step guide
How blockchain tracing actually works: following a transaction, clustering wallets, identifying exchange off-ramps and turning it into evidence a lawyer can use.
Read the Case Report →Why early action matters
Save the Evidence You Already Have
Scam websites can go offline, accounts can be deleted and cryptocurrency can move through additional wallets. The earlier this information is preserved, the more complete an investigation can be.
Get a Free Case Review- 01Stop sending additional payments
- 02Do not pay a withdrawal, tax or release fee without verification
- 03Save messages and transaction records
- 04Record website addresses, usernames and phone numbers
- 05Contact the relevant bank, exchange or payment provider promptly
- 06Never share a wallet seed phrase or account password
Avoid a second loss
Check a Recovery Company Before You Pay Again
Scam victims are frequently contacted by people claiming that missing funds have already been located. They may promise guaranteed recovery, impersonate investigators or request advance payments for tax, software, insurance or wallet activation. A convincing website is not proof that a recovery company is legitimate.
Check a Recovery CompanyWarning signs
- Guaranteed recovery or a guaranteed success rate
- Unsolicited contact claiming your funds were found
- Pressure to pay immediately
- Payment requested only in cryptocurrency
- Claims that tax or release fees must be paid in advance
- Anonymous agents or unverifiable team profiles
- Requests for remote access, passwords or seed phrases
- Refusal to provide a written scope and pricing
Why Baitly
Follow the Evidence, Not Another Promise
You know what you are paying for
Paid work begins only after you receive a written investigation scope, defined deliverables and clear pricing.
You can identify who handles the case
Cases are assigned to named investigators with visible professional profiles and direct accountability.
You receive documented findings
The work produces a written record of the agreed findings, limitations and recommended next steps.
Recovery is never guaranteed
We separate investigation from recovery and explain what the evidence supports before recommending further action.
We explain uncertainty
If something cannot be confirmed, it is reported as unknown rather than converted into a promise.
Your information is handled carefully
We request only the information necessary to review or investigate your case. We never ask for passwords, private keys or wallet seed phrases.
Your investigation team
Know Who Is Working on Your Case
See who works on Baitly investigations, what each person specialises in and how their experience relates to your case.
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Mara Ellison
Head of Investigations
Twelve years in financial crime analysis, including work in the fraud unit of a tier-1 UK bank.
View Profile →02Dev Raghunathan
Blockchain Forensics Lead
On-chain analyst certified in Chainalysis Reactor and Elliptic Navigator.
View Profile →03Sofia Lindqvis
Victim Liaison
Coordinates intake, police filings and partner referrals in English, Swedish and German.
View Profile →Common questions
Questions Before You Submit a Case
- Can money lost to an online scam be recovered?
- Sometimes, but no legitimate company can guarantee recovery. The available options depend on how the payment was made, how quickly the case is reported, where the funds moved, which companies or accounts were involved and whether useful records still exist. Baitly reviews the evidence before discussing recovery work.
- Can stolen cryptocurrency be traced?
- Many cryptocurrency transactions are recorded on public blockchains and can be followed between wallet addresses. Tracing a transaction does not automatically identify the person controlling a wallet or guarantee that funds can be recovered. An investigation may identify connected services, exchanges or transaction patterns that support further enquiries.
- How does the free case review work?
- You provide a summary of what happened and the information already available. We review the basic facts, look for useful leads and decide whether a paid investigation could produce meaningful findings. You receive an explanation before deciding whether to proceed.
- What information should I provide?
- Useful information may include transaction references, wallet addresses, bank details, payment receipts, website links, email addresses, phone numbers, usernames, messages and the dates of important events. Never send passwords, private keys or wallet seed phrases.
- How much does a scam investigation cost?
- Cost depends on the number of transactions, payment methods, platforms, identities and questions included in the investigation. If Baitly recommends paid work, you receive a written scope and price before it begins.
- How long does an investigation take?
- The timeframe depends on the complexity of the case and the amount of information available. The expected delivery period is included in the written scope before paid work begins.
- Does Baitly guarantee recovery?
- No. Baitly does not guarantee that funds will be located, frozen or recovered. We investigate the available evidence, explain what the findings support and identify realistic next steps.
- Can Baitly investigate a recovery company that contacted me?
- Yes. We can review its website, company claims, contact information, online history, payment requests and other available records for warning signs. Do not send more money while the company is being checked.
- What happens after the investigation?
- You receive the deliverables agreed in the investigation scope. Depending on the findings, possible next steps may include contacting a bank, exchange or payment provider, making a formal report, preserving additional evidence or deciding that further recovery spending is not justified.
Start with the evidence
Lost Money? Start With a Free Case Review.
Tell us what happened and share the information you already have. We will assess whether there is something useful to investigate and explain the next step before any paid work begins.
No guaranteed outcomes. No pressure to proceed. Never send passwords or wallet seed phrases.