Fraudulent Brokers and the Records That Expose Them

Start with the regulator’s public register. Every legitimate broker must hold a licence from a recognised financial authority, and that licence must be searchable. If the site is absent from the register, or if the licence number belongs to a different firm, treat it as fraudulent and do not deposit.

No. Fraudulent trading sites routinely copy the branding, address, and registration numbers of real, regulated firms. A polished design, live price feeds, and a working login page are not proof of legitimacy. Always verify the licence independently through the official regulator, not through any link the site itself provides.

Stop sending funds immediately, even if you are pressured to deposit more. Document everything: save screenshots of the website, your account pages, payment confirmations, and any correspondence. Then use the contact form here to be connected with an independent legal adviser who can assist you in filing a formal report to the relevant regulator and authorities.

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