Is this NFT — or this project — safe? A few simple habits catch the recurring warning signs before they cost you anything. This page organises our security guides into the order a real situation unfolds: vet it before you buy, keep your wallet clean while you hold, and respond quickly if something goes wrong.
Start here: check the warning signs#
Not sure whether something raises red flags? The NFT Safety Checker walks you through ten quick questions and shows you which warning signs your answers reveal — then points you at the right guide.
1 Before you buy#
Vetting is the cheapest security there is. These guides cover how to verify a project, recognise the common scam patterns, and avoid fake marketplaces before any money moves.
- How to Check if an NFT Project Is Legit
- NFT Due Diligence Checklist
- The Most Common NFT Scams
- What Is a Rug Pull in NFTs?
- How to Avoid Fake NFT Marketplaces
- Is It Safe to Mint an NFT?
2 While you hold#
Security doesn’t stop at purchase. Wallet hygiene — permissions, approvals and habits — is what keeps a clean wallet clean.
- NFT Security Checklist for Beginners
- NFT Wallet Safety Management
- How to Revoke Wallet Permissions Safely
- How to Revoke Smart Contract Approvals
- Can NFTs Be Stolen After You Buy Them?
3 If something goes wrong#
Act in the right order: diagnose first, then contain, then recover. These guides cover the situations that actually happen — a compromised wallet, lost access, or a suspicious NFT appearing uninvited.
- What to Do If Your NFT Wallet Is Compromised
- Lost Access to Your NFT Wallet? Can You Recover Your NFTs?
- I Received a Random NFT — Is It Safe?
More security topics#
Deeper reading on specific mechanisms and patterns:
- How to Avoid NFT Scams
- What Am I Signing When I Buy an NFT?
- How Fake NFT Giveaways Work
- NFT Wash Trading Explained
- What Is a Malicious Smart Contract?
Prefer to browse everything? See the full NFT Security & Scams archive.
Last reviewed: September 2026.