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.

If you remember nothing else, remember this:

Only use Relay through our official site:

https://relay.link

🔍 Always double-check the URL

❌ Don’t Google it

✅ Bookmark it

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.

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.

Scam sites rely on users missing small differences in the URL.

Some examples we’ve seen:

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.

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:

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:

❌ 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 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:

📘 Full Guide → What to Do if Your Wallet Has Been Compromised

We want to make it clear that Relay does not operate or maintain an official Telegram group. Any Telegram channel, group, or user that claims to be affiliated with Relay—regardless of whether they use our name, branding, or logo—is not official and not trusted.

These impersonators can look very convincing but often share false information, promote phishing links, or attempt to scam users by impersonating support staff. Engaging with them can put your funds and wallet security at serious risk.

If you come across a suspicious Telegram group claiming to represent Relay, do not engage with it. Instead, please report it to us directly at [email protected] so our team can take appropriate action.

For trusted updates and official support, only use the following channels:

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.