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A Breakdown of Darkweb Exit Scams & Their Warning Signs

Exit scams in darknet markets follow predictable patterns. From a security perspective, they’re not random — they’re usually the final stage of a long-running marketplace preparing to disappear.

In my latest write-up, I cover:

The lifecycle of a typical exit scam

Indicators tied to uptime, escrow behavior, and admin changes

Why some platforms are more vulnerable

What signals users can monitor to avoid losses

Read the full analysis here:
🔗 https://torbbb.com/darkweb-exit-scams/

Good digital hygiene and OSINT awareness go a long way.

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