Investigation Resources
Beginner-friendly crypto investigation and OSINT resources to help DIY and novice investigators organize evidence, use public blockchain explorers, understand wallet addresses and transaction hashes, preserve records, recognize scam patterns, and know when professional tracing or law enforcement support may be needed.
OSINT
OSINT, or Open-Source Intelligence, is the process of gathering and reviewing publicly available information to support an investigation. This may include websites, email addresses, phone numbers, social media profiles, domain records, blockchain explorers, public databases, news sources, and other online records.
For crypto fraud investigations, OSINT can help connect digital clues, preserve important evidence, identify scam patterns, and better understand how a victim was contacted or targeted. OSINT does not replace law enforcement or legal action, but it can help organize facts and support clearer reporting.
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Phone Numbers
Phone number OSINT can help investigators document how a scammer contacted a victim, identify whether a number may be linked to VoIP or fake support activity, connect related accounts or platforms, and preserve communication evidence for a crypto fraud investigation.
