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Scam registry
Services that took, withheld or stole users' funds. Each entry is classified by how strong the evidence is, and every claim links to its source.
confirmed — two or more independent sources, including a mark by a directory that does its own checking or proof on the blockchain · likely — one strong source or several matching reports with evidence · disputed — funds held and the operator gives a reason; the case is open.
| service | what | evidence | ≈ not recovered | since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Swapter swapter.io | withheld funds Large swaps held for months and unpaid, even after users sent ID; graded F by xmr.club. | confirmed | $581,946 | 2026-01-31 |
| El Capo elcapo.io | exit scam Repeat exit scam: a small order completes, then a large one is taken and denied. Three independent victims documented in 2026. | confirmed | $360,786 | — |
| XMR Escrow | exit scam Escrow service confirmed as an active exit scam (August 2026). | confirmed | $6,000 | 2026-08-04 |
| GhostSwap ghostswap.io | withheld funds Swaps withheld with verifiable on-chain reports (20.5 ETH since May 2026); unrefunded. | likely | $54,538 | 2026-09-16 |
| OctoSwap octoswap.io | withheld funds Unresolved $30,000 report and claims of partnerships its partners do not confirm. | likely | $30,000 | 2026-07-29 |
| RuneSwap | theft 33 XMR stolen from a user and a phishing attempt (September 2026). | likely | $17,602 | 2026-09-23 |
| Lizex lizex.io | withheld funds About $48k in USDC and USDT held after AML flags; the operator says its partner flagged the funds as high risk. | disputed | $48,000 | 2026-09-21 |
Losses are counted in our ledger; closures are in the archive. To report a case, use the comment form on the service's page or contact us with evidence.