btcdirectdesktop[.]com
“BTC Direct Desktop App â Download”
5/91 VT
URLQuery: 2
OTX: 2 pulses
Content unavailable
Jun 16, 2026
Unavailable since Jun 16, 2026
2 Blocklists
Crypto Scam
1 Report Sent
8h to unavailable
NL
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NL
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95
Risk Score
PhishDestroy AI
HIGH
The domain btcdirectdesktop[.]com is identified as a fake cryptocurrency application phishing site, specifically impersonating BTC Direct to deceive users into downloading malicious software. Analysis indicates this infrastructure is designed to mimic legitimate desktop application download pages, likely distributing malware or facilitating unauthorized access to cryptocurrency wallets. The domain is currently offline, but prior activity suggests it was actively used for fraudulent purposes. Infrastructure analysis reveals the domain was flagged by 5 of 95 security vendors on VirusTotal, indicating moderate detection but sufficient concern for classification as malicious. It appears on three security blocklists and has been referenced in two threat intelligence pulses on AlienVault OTX. The domain was registered on June 16, 2026, through Squarespace Domains LLC and resolved to the IP address 91.92.241.250. Additional technical indicators include a Gridinsoft trust score of 95/100 and blocking by MetaMask, PhishDestroy, and SEAL security mechanisms. The page title, "BTC Direct Desktop App – Download," further confirms the intent to impersonate the legitimate BTC Direct platform. The domain is currently offline, reducing immediate risk to users. However, historical data and threat intelligence associations suggest this infrastructure may resurface under a different domain or IP address. Organizations and individuals are advised to monitor for similar impersonation attempts, particularly those targeting cryptocurrency users. Blocking the identified IP address (91.92.241.250) and domain at the network level is recommended as a preventive measure. Users should verify the authenticity of any cryptocurrency-related download pages by cross-referencing official sources and avoiding unsolicited links or attachments.
VirusTotal
5 det.
URLQuery
2 det.
OTX AlienVault
URLScan
Gridinsoft
0/100
SSL
Invalid
Age
1 mo New
Observed status
Content unavailable
DestroyList
Listed
Reports Sent
1
Data coverage
VirusTotal
5 / 91
URLQuery
2 det.
OTX
2 pulses
CF Radar
clean
URLScan
report ready
DNS blocks
none
SSL
invalid
WHOIS
1 mo old
Screenshot
not captured
Redirect chain
not probed
Gridinsoft
0/100
Network Security Intelligence
SSL Certificate
Invalid
SSL certificate is invalid or expired. Issuer:
Threat Response Pipeline
Discovery
Checks
Reports
Availability
14/14
Pre-emptive Discovery & Ingestion
Threat Intelligence Checks
Notification Records
Publication & Availability
Public Blocklist Status
Evidence Capture
Live Snapshot
2026-06-16 09:38 UTC
Malicious · 5/91 engines
IP: 91.92.241.250
Squarespace Domains LLC
Squarespace Domains LLC 38d old
Domain Intelligence
Domainbtcdirectdesktop.com
Registrar
Squarespace Domains
(US)
(US)
IP Address
91.92.241.250
RegistrationCreated Jun 16, 2026 (38d · New) — Expires Jun 15, 2027
Technical detailsDNS, SSL SANs, timestamps
First DetectedJun 16, 2026
Nameserversnsa1.squarespacedns.comnsa2.squarespacedns.comnsa3.squarespacedns.comnsa4.squarespacedns.com
TLS Fingerprintf5e69a81f54d7252489f1f3dd578ebdb2b600c92…
Case IDPD-20260617-49C4D7
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VirusTotal Analysis
5 / 91 security vendors flagged this domain
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Were You Affected by This Site?
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If you have interacted with this domain, entered personal information, or connected a cryptocurrency wallet — take immediate action. Below are resources to help you report the incident and protect yourself.
Chainabuse
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FBI IC3
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Action Fraud
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SEAL-ISAC
Security Alliance — crypto threat intelligence
Domain Appeal
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Related Domain Reports
Other Domains on 91.92.241.250 6 phishing domains
This IP hosts multiple phishing domains — infrastructure shared across campaigns
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claims.useeisen.com About This Report: btcdirectdesktop.com
This report presents the latest stored evidence available to PhishDestroy. Source timestamps are shown where available; availability and vendor verdicts can change after collection.
The site displays a page titled “BTC Direct Desktop App â Download”.
btcdirectdesktop.com has been flagged by 5 security vendors as of July 25, 2026.
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Recommendations & Advice for Victims
An estimated $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 (source). If you interacted with btcdirectdesktop.com — act now.
What should I do immediately?
Urgent
- Revoke token approvals — use revoke.cash to remove access granted to malicious smart contracts
- Move remaining funds to a brand-new wallet. The compromised wallet is no longer safe
- Change all passwords — email, exchange accounts, anything that shares the same password
- Enable 2FA using an authenticator app (not SMS). Disable SMS-based recovery
- Freeze cards if you entered banking details on the phishing site
What information should I collect for my report?
FBI guidelines
According to the FBI, the most important details are transaction data:
- Cryptocurrency addresses — scammer's wallet (e.g.,
0x5856...35985) - Amount & crypto type — exact amount (e.g., 1.02345 ETH, 0.5 BTC, 500 USDT)
- Transaction ID (hash) — the unique blockchain transaction identifier
- Exact dates & times — of each transaction and first contact with scammer
- Screenshots — scam website, chat messages, emails, wallet transactions, social media
- All URLs & domains used by the scammer (including
btcdirectdesktop.com) - Communications — emails, texts, phone numbers, usernames the scammer used
Even if you don't have all details — file a report anyway. Partial information still helps investigations.
Where should I report the scam?
- FBI IC3 — Internet Crime Complaint Center (US federal reporting)
- Europol — European cybercrime reporting (EU)
- Chainabuse — flag scam wallets across exchanges & platforms
- Your crypto exchange — contact Coinbase/Binance/Kraken support to freeze scammer's address
- Local police — creates an official record, even if they can't act immediately
The FBI recovered over $1 billion in crypto fraud in 2024 thanks to victim reports. Your report matters.
How do crypto scams typically work?
- Fake websites — pixel-perfect clones of legitimate sites with slightly altered domains
- Malicious approvals — "connect wallet" prompts that grant unlimited token spending to attackers
- Pig butchering — trust built over weeks via Telegram/WhatsApp/dating apps, then money stolen
- Recovery scams — victims targeted AGAIN by fake "recovery agents" demanding upfront fees. Always a scam
- Fake ads & airdrops — Google/social media ads and "free token" offers leading to wallet drainers
- AI-powered scams — deepfakes, automated phishing, and AI-generated sites making fraud harder to detect
How can I protect myself in the future?
- Use a hardware wallet (Ledger, Trezor). Never store large amounts in browser wallets
- Bookmark official sites — never click links from emails, DMs, or ads
- Read every approval — verify permissions before signing. Reject unlimited approvals
- Verify domains — check on PhishDestroy before interacting. Check HTTPS, spelling, domain age
- "Too good to be true" = scam — guaranteed returns, celebrity endorsements, urgent deadlines
How big is the crypto scam problem?
- $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 — CoinLedger
- Pig butchering losses grew 40% year over year, now the fastest-growing fraud type
- Only ~5% of victims report — your report helps shut down criminal networks
- FBI recovered $1B+ in 2024 thanks to victim reports — FBI.gov
Sources: FBI · CoinLedger · WorldMetrics