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What is advance-fee fraud in trading?

Advance-fee fraud occurs when scammers ask traders to pay upfront fees—such as taxes, legal costs, or unlocking charges—before releasing supposed profits or bonuses. After payment, no funds are released, and scammers may invent further excuses. This scheme is common with unregulated brokers and crypto platforms. Red flags include unsolicited emails, pressure tactics, and requests for wire transfers to personal accounts. Real brokers deduct fees transparently from balances, not through separate payments. Traders should never send money to claim profits.