# Stay protected, and put a stop to P2P scams!
**URL:** https://community.deriv.com/t/stay-protected-and-put-a-stop-to-p2p-scams/50052
**Category:** Accounts
**Created:** [March 17, 2023, 8:56am UTC](https://community.deriv.com/t/stay-protected-and-put-a-stop-to-p2p-scams/50052 "2023-03-17T08:56:41Z")
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### Author:  [@Farahin\_derivadmin](https://community.deriv.com/u/Farahin_derivadmin)
#### Post date: [March 17, 2023, 8:56am UTC](https://community.deriv.com/t/stay-protected-and-put-a-stop-to-p2p-scams/50052/1 "2023-03-17T08:56:41Z")
Hi Deriv Community,
We value your trust in Deriv and are committed to ensuring you have a secure P2P trading experience.
⚠ Scammers are indeed getting more resourceful. Here are some tips for transacting safely on our Deriv P2P application ⚠
📢 **Firstly,** 📢
Enable [two-factor authentication (2FA)](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://community.deriv.com/t/the-importance-of-two-factor-authentication-2fa/50055&sa=D&source=docs&ust=1737522111786020&usg=AOvVaw1EPc5PXVpnqPfMN9qhO-be) and update your trading account password regularly for added security.
You can enable the 2 Factor Authentication at the link below:-
> **[Deriv](https://app.deriv.com/account/two-factor-authentication)**
>
> Deriv gives everyone an easy way to participate in the financial markets. Trade with as little as $1 USD on major currencies, stocks, indices, and commodities.
If you wish to change your account’s password, please refer to the link below:-
> **[Deriv](https://app.deriv.com/account/passwords)**
>
> Deriv gives everyone an easy way to participate in the financial markets. Trade with as little as $1 USD on major currencies, stocks, indices, and commodities.
📢 **Secondly,** 📢
Always ensure that the website accessed is the official site
> **[Trade forex, stocks, crypto, gold & commodities | Deriv](https://deriv.com/)**
>
> Award-winning online broker, rated excellent on Trustpilot. Sign up for a demo trading account to trade forex, stocks, and other financial markets.
📢 **Thirdly,** 📢
Deriv agents will never contact you directly. Do not at ANY point share your login credentials with anyone.
For more information, check our Secure and Responsible trading page link below.
> **[Secure and Responsible Trading | Deriv](https://deriv.com/responsible)**
>
> Our goal is to provide you with a secure and responsible trading experience. Learn how to secure your account and set trading limits.
📢 **Fourthly,** 📢
We highly recommend that you use our Deriv P2P application, which can be downloaded from our Google Play Store, Apple Store, and Huawei Gallery.
IOS: [https://apps.apple.com/my/app/deriv-p2p/id1506901451
](https://apps.apple.com/my/app/deriv-p2p/id1506901451)Android: [https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.deriv.dp2p
](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.deriv.dp2p)Huawei: [https://appgallery.huawei.com/#/app/C103844755](https://appgallery.huawei.com/#/app/C103844755)
📢 **Fifthly,** 📢
If you’ve received any suspicious communication from individuals claiming to be Deriv P2P agents, kindly reach us via Live Chat immediately.
Please be ready to provide information like the email address, WhatsApp number, screenshot of the social media post, or website URL so that the Customer Support team can assist you.
If you have any questions, please visit our Help Centre or contact us via Live Chat and WhatsApp.
> **[Help Centre | Frequently Asked Questions | Deriv](https://deriv.com/help-centre)**
>
> Have questions on your trading account, how our trading platforms work or about trading? Read our FAQ’s or contact us through Deriv live chat.
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### Author:  [@Farahin\_derivadmin](https://community.deriv.com/u/Farahin_derivadmin)
#### Post date: [March 17, 2023, 8:56am UTC](https://community.deriv.com/t/stay-protected-and-put-a-stop-to-p2p-scams/50052/2 "2023-03-17T08:56:49Z")