As more users join Web3 and Relay continues to grow, phishing scams are becoming more sophisticated. From fake Google ads to malicious Discord links, bad actors are constantly trying to trick users into giving up wallet access, seed phrases, or signing harmful transactions.
In this guide, we’ll break down how these scams work, how to spot the red flags, and most importantly — how to protect yourself.
✅ The #1 Rule: Always Use relay.link
If you remember nothing else, remember this:
Only use Relay through our official site:
🔍 Always double-check the URL
❌ Don’t Google it
✅ Bookmark it
Even Google Can’t Be Trusted
Take a look at this example — even sponsored links in Google search results can lead to fake Relay websites:
Scammers buy ads to appear above legitimate results, hoping users will click without thinking. These fake sites often look nearly identical to the real one.
🎯 Why These Scams Work So Well
Scammers create websites that perfectly mimic Relay’s real interface — sometimes down to the pixel. At a glance, everything might look legitimate.
But the moment you connect your wallet or sign a transaction, these fake sites are designed to drain your assets instantly.
🔗 Fake Domains & Slightly Off URLs
Scam sites rely on users missing small differences in the URL.
Some examples we’ve seen:
relaybridge[.]app
relayprotocols[.]xyz
relay-nft[.]org
relaly[.]link
Even experienced users can get caught if they’re not paying close attention.
⚠️ Always verify the URL before connecting.
Bookmark relay.link, and avoid clicking links from Google, Twitter, or Discord unless you’re sure they’re legit.
While we actively report and work to take these sites down, new ones pop up quickly. Staying alert is the best defense.
🎭 Social Engineering & Fake Campaigns
Some scams don’t rely on code — they rely on deception.
One recent example was a fake Relay campaign on QuestN, claiming to offer a 1000 USDT giveaway. It included a link to a fraudulent site (relayprotocol[.]link) designed to steal assets as soon as users connected their wallet or signed a transaction.
🚨 We’ve also seen similar scams on platforms like Zealy, using fake quests or claim pages to lure users into connecting wallets.
These scams often appear as:
DMs on Twitter or Discord
Fake campaign pages on platforms like QuestN, Zealy, or groups on Telegram
Urgent messages telling you to “claim now” or “unlock your reward”
🕵️♀️ Impersonators in Twitter Replies & DMs
Scammers frequently reply to real user questions on Twitter, pretending to be Relay support. They’ll then ask you to DM them or click a malicious link.
Here’s a real example showing multiple scam replies — all pushing users to shady support pages or fake RPC tools:
Common red flags in these replies:
“Send this to my inbox.”
“Please DM for support.”
Fake links like rpcdappfix.pages.dev or other suspicious sites
Claims of “decentralized support” or tools that “require no human interference”
❌ Relay will never respond asking you to DM us or click a random support link.
✅ Our only official support channels are relay.link and [email protected].
If you’re ever unsure whether a message is legit, don’t engage — and report the account right away.
🆘 If You Think You’ve Been Phished, Act Fast
If you connected your wallet or signed anything on a suspicious site — even by accident — it’s safest to assume your wallet is compromised.
Take these steps immediately to protect your assets:
Disconnect the malicious site from your wallet
(Go to your wallet’s “Connected Sites” and remove it.)
Visit Revoke.cash and remove all recent token approvals
This prevents scammers from spending your tokens going forward.
Transfer your assets to a new wallet
Make sure to use a clean device and never reuse compromised seed phrases.
Scan your browser for malware or suspicious extensions
Some phishing scams install browser-based trackers or keyloggers.
Report the scam to Relay
Send any details or links to [email protected] so we can help and warn others.
✅ In Summary
Phishing scams are getting more sophisticated — but so are you.
By sticking to relay.link, double-checking every URL, and staying alert to impersonators and fake campaigns, you can protect yourself and your assets.
🚫 Relay will never DM you, ask for your seed phrase, or run surprise giveaways.
🔗 The only official site is relay.link — bookmark it, and use it every time.
If something ever feels off, trust your gut and reach out: [email protected]
Stay safe out there. 👊