Trust Wallet launches Address Poisoning Protection to stop crypto scams by scanning wallet addresses in real time across 32 blockchain networks.
Crypto wallet security continues evolving as threats become more sophisticated. Recently, Trust wallet launched a new feature known as Address Poisoning Protection. The update officially launched on March 10, 2026, and is aimed at halting one of the fastest growing scams in the crypto industry. The tool automatically scans wallet addresses before completing transactions.
The new protection system verifies addresses against a database of known scam wallets. As a result, users get warnings before they transfer money to suspicious destinations. The update also includes visual comparisons to show differences between authentic addresses and lookalike scam addresses.
Address Poisoning? ☠️ Not on our watch anymore 🛡️
Scammers sneak fake lookalikes into your tx history.
You copy-paste quick → funds gone.
That scam is now dead. Update today: https://t.co/TmDsFSqZRr pic.twitter.com/WMu66vjkPQ
— Trust Wallet (@TrustWallet) March 10, 2026
Address poisoning attacks have been significantly on the rise in the crypto ecosystem. Attackers use minor habits of the user, such as copying the wallet addresses from the transaction history. By spoofing legitimate addresses, scammers trick users into sending money to fake wallets.
Trust Wallet has added this security feature to minimise the risk of accidental transfers. The protection is automatic and does not require an activation by the user. As a result, users will be continuously protected each time they send digital assets from their wallet.
Understanding the Address Poisoning Scam
Address poisoning is a popular scam related to cryptocurrency and involves users of self-custody wallets. In this method of attack, scammers send cryptocurrency of low value to the victims. While the transactions originate from addresses that look almost perfect, and are similar to legitimate addresses previously used by the victim.
For example, the attacker takes the first and last character of a valid wallet address. They only change a few of the characters in the middle part. Because the majority of users simply look at the first and last characters, the fake address looks legitimate.
Later, when the victim wishes to send funds once more, he/she usually copies an address from the wallet history. At a glance, the fake address appears to be correct. However, the money actually goes to the attacker’s wallet.
This approach is very dependent on human error. Even for the experienced users, small differences between long blockchain addresses can be missed. As a result, the scam works well in spite of being relatively simple.
Address poisoning attacks have become very common in recent years. Security data indicate that there have been over 225 million poisoning attempts so far around the world. These attacks have caused confirmed losses of more than $500 million.
The scale of these attacks is another reason why it is important to have better security for your wallet. Automated scanning tools help in reducing the risk of copying malicious addresses. As a result, the new feature is aimed at protecting experienced traders and new users of crypto.
How the Address Poisoning Protection Feature Works
The protection system acts automatically when the process of transaction goes on. When the user enters or pastes the destination address the wallet instantly performs a security check. This process goes on live, via integrated intelligence system.
The wallet forwards the address information to a security checking system. The verification engine compares it to a huge database of known scam and lookalike addresses. If the system detects that an address is high-risk, it issues a warning message.
The warning occurs before the transaction is paid to the blockchain. This step prevents users from completing a fraudulent transfer without knowing it. The system also shows the side-by-side comparison of suspicious address and legitimate one.
This visual comparison picks out the exact characters that differ between the two addresses. Therefore, users may easily spot the problem and cancel the transaction. However, it is still up to the user to have the final say.
Threat intelligence of HashDit and Binance security teams are used to detect the system. These organizations monitor the malicious wallet activity in the blockchain ecosystem. Their databases are continually updated to include new scam addresses.
Due to the automatic execution of the feature the users do not have to configure any settings. Each transaction is provided with real-time protection without adding any steps. This design is simple and accessible to security.
Cross-Chain Security Across 32 Blockchain Networks
One of the biggest advantages of the new feature is the wide blockchain coverage. Address Poisoning Protection currently supports 32 Ethereum Virtual Machine compatible networks. These networks comprise some of the biggest ecosystems in the field of decentralized finance.
Supported networks: Ethereum, BNB Smart Chain, Polygon, Optimism, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Base. Additional networks are Fantom, Cronos, Moonbeam, Moonriver, zkSync Era, and Linea.
The system also provides safety to users on emerging networks like Mantle, Scroll, Blast, Taiko and Unichain. Other supported chains are Gnosis, Celo, XDC Network, Klaytn, HECO, and OKX Chain. More networks are expected to be supported in the future.
Cross-chain protection is important as crypto users of today are interacting with multiple blockchains. Decentralized finance applications, NFTs and token transfers happen across a number of networks. Therefore, a single wallet can manage transactions for multiple blockchains at the same time.
By supporting a large variety of networks, the feature helps to provide consistent security across different ecosystems. Users do not have to worry about having separate protection tools for each blockchain. Instead, in each transfer, the wallet gives unified protection.
This approach of multi-chains is a reflection of the increasing complexity of the crypto industry. As the adoption of blockchain technologies grows, security solutions must be able to keep pace.
Why Stronger Security Matters for Self-Custody
Self Custody Wallets offer users full control over their digital assets. Unlike centralized exchanges, with these wallets individuals have their own private keys. However, this freedom also brings with it more responsibility.
With the users being accountable for their own funds, they are also responsible for the accuracy of the transaction. A wrong transfer is irreversible in most blockchains. As a result of this, scams such as address poisoning can lead to permanent losses.
Security features like Address Poisoning Protection try to minimize these risks. Automated detection tools assist users to detect the threats before making transactions. This approach is used to avoid expensive mistakes instead of reacting after funds disappear.
Trust Wallet is keen to stress that security must always be a core element in the design of a wallet. A self-custody solution should empower users while providing protection from common threats. Therefore, the new protection system is an integral part of the transaction process.
The crypto industry is still growing as millions of new people are joining decentralized platforms. With more adoption comes more interest from cybercriminals who want to take advantage of vulnerabilities. As a result proactive security tools are becoming critical throughout the ecosystem.
Address Poisoning Protection is one step towards enabling safer digital asset management. By integrating the functions of real-time detection, visual verification, and cross-chain coverage, the feature enables users to better secure their funds.