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Btcminer.uk Cryptocurrency Scam

May 25, 2025 at 11:49 PM
Cryptocurrency Scam
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May 26, 2025
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This domain was registered 8 months ago through the company Namecheap, Inc. [Tag = NAMECHEAP-INC] and owner is unknown. Complaint contact not found.
Cryptocurrency Scam
1
Trust Score
US
Location
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Btcminer.uk operates a Cryptocurrency Fraud Platform implementing deceptive schemes targeting digital currency investors through fraudulent investment opportunities and social engineering attacks.

The platform employs various fraud vectors including fake initial coin offerings (ICOs), pyramid schemes, and phishing campaigns designed to extract cryptocurrency investments or personal information from victims.

Threat actors utilize high-return investment promises and exclusive opportunity claims to manipulate victims into cryptocurrency investments in non-existent or worthless digital assets, resulting in financial losses.

Exercise extreme caution when evaluating cryptocurrency investment opportunities and verify platform legitimacy through reputable sources before engaging in any digital currency transactions.

Is btcminer.uk safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft Anti-malware blocks btcminer.uk because it was classified as cryptocurrency scam.

Through our comprehensive security analysis, btcminer.uk has been identified as a potential cryptocurrency scam. Our multi-layered detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website. Gridinsoft evaluates dozens of security parameters, focusing on domain age (only 9 months old), limited website popularity, suspicious content indicators (Trading - Risk, Young Domain), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. These factors are combined with our machine learning model to generate a comprehensive risk assessment. Btcminer.uk has a very low trust score of 1/100 according to our algorithm.

This website shows characteristics commonly associated with cryptocurrency scams, including suspicious payment methods and unrealistic promises.

Automated systems are not perfect — while the evidence suggests risk, there is still a chance the site is legitimate. We recommend you check the website using detailed analysis or by contacting the company directly through verified channels.

Throughout the scam, the perpetrators may contact you with specific files or suggest installing "cryptocurrency wallet applications" or browser extensions. These offers are designed to entice you into voluntarily downloading malicious software onto your system.

Both email attachments and add-ons can serve as vehicles for various types of malware. In this instance, you should be particularly wary of spyware and data-stealing malware. While scammers don't need to use malware, the risk is ever-present.

Btcminer.uk Digital Footprints

Cryptocurrency

The website references cryptocurrency transactions or educational content related to digital assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other blockchain-based currencies. Users should exercise caution as cryptocurrency transactions are irreversible and the decentralized nature of these assets provides limited recourse for fraudulent activities.

Reliable Payment Method

Payment processing utilizes established and secure payment systems including major credit cards, PayPal, or other recognized financial service providers. These payment methods typically offer fraud protection and dispute resolution mechanisms for consumer protection.

Trading - Risk

The website involves financial trading activities that carry significant risk of capital loss. Users should conduct thorough due diligence and consider professional financial advice before engaging in trading activities, as market volatility can result in substantial financial losses.

Registration Form

The website implements data collection forms requesting personal information including names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other sensitive details. Users should verify the legitimacy of btcminer.uk and review privacy policies before submitting personal data.

Mining Cryptocurrency
Cookie Consent

The website implements cookie consent mechanisms in compliance with privacy regulations such as GDPR or CCPA. This demonstrates that btcminer.uk adheres to data protection standards and provides users with control over personal data collection practices.

Multilanguage

The website provides multi-language support, demonstrating international accessibility and commitment to diverse user populations. Multi-language implementation typically indicates professional development standards and global operational scope, representing a positive trust indicator.

Young Domain

Domain registration occurred recently, establishing btcminer.uk as a newly created web property. New domains typically lack established reputation metrics, user reviews, or historical performance data, necessitating additional verification before engagement.

Color Guide
  • Requires special attention: Indicates areas with potential risks or issues that need careful review.

  • Positive indicators: Highlights trusted elements or reliable features that enhance user confidence.

  • Exercise caution: Signals areas where user data is involved or points that may require additional care.

  • Neutral: Provides information without indicating risk or reliability, serving as general context only.

Security Risk Detected

Cryptocurrency Scam
1 / 100
Trust Score
May 25, 2025 at 11:49 PM

Security Advisory: This appears to be a cryptocurrency-related scam. Do not invest money or provide financial information.

Domain Information

Domain Age
266 days
Recently Registered
Registrar Namecheap, Inc. [...
Top Level Domain
.uk
Country Code TLD

Technical Details

IP Address 162.0.215.50
Hosting Provider
AS22612 Namecheap, Inc.
Los Angeles, US
Primary Language

Content Analysis

Original website content:

Largest Cloud Bitcoin Mining Company | BTCMiner

Bitcoin is the currency of the future & BTCMiner is the largest cloud mining company on the market. Mine bitcoin through the cloud, get started today!

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Cryptocurrency Reliable Payment Method Trading - Risk Registration Form Mining Cryptocurrency Cookie Consent Multilanguage Young Domain

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Security Fingerprint
fix-carbon-seven-juliet
Unique identifier based on site analysis
Cryptocurrency fraud operations implement deceptive schemes related to digital currency investments, including fraudulent initial coin offerings (ICOs), pyramid schemes, or phishing campaigns designed to steal cryptocurrency assets or personal information.
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How to block Btcminer.uk?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block btcminer.uk domain without requiring further user intervention.

  1. Start by downloading Gridinsoft Anti-Malware to your computer.
  2. Double-click on the gsam-en-install.exe file and follow the on-screen instructions to install the program.
  3. Once the installation of Gridinsoft Anti-Malware is complete, the program will open on the Scan screen.
  4. Click on the "Standard Scan" button.
  5. After the scanning process is finished, click on "Clean Now" to remove any detected threats.
  6. If prompted, restart your system to complete the removal process.

Exclusion

If you wish to visit a blocked "btcminer.uk" and exclude it from being blocked, you can add it to the exclusions list. Here's how to do it:

  1. Open Gridinsoft Anti-Malware;
  2. Click the Tools tab;
  3. Click the Ignore List;
  4. Click the Internet vertical tab and press "Add...";
  5. Enter "btcminer.uk" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Whois Record

Domain Registration Record

Complete WHOIS information for Btcminer.uk

General

URL https://www.namecheap.com
Registered On 16-Oct-2024

Important Dates

Expiry Date 16-Oct-2025
Last Updated 27-Oct-2024
WHOIS Lookup Made At 00 49:13 26-May-2025
By The Terms Of Use Available In Full At Https //www.nominet.uk/whoisterms,
Which Includes Restrictions On (A) use of the data for advertising, or its
    Domain name:
        btcminer.uk

    Data validation:
        Nominet was not able to match the registrant's name and/or address against a 3rd party source on 16-Oct-2024

    Registrar:
        Namecheap, Inc. [Tag = NAMECHEAP-INC]
        URL: https://www.namecheap.com

    Relevant dates:
        Registered on: 16-Oct-2024
        Expiry date:  16-Oct-2025
        Last updated:  27-Oct-2024

    Registration status:
        Registered until expiry date.

    Name servers:
        dns1.namecheaphosting.com
        dns2.namecheaphosting.com

    WHOIS lookup made at 00:49:13 26-May-2025

-- 
This WHOIS information is provided for free by Nominet UK the central registry
for .uk domain names. This information and the .uk WHOIS are:

    Copyright Nominet UK 1996 - 2025.

You may not access the .uk WHOIS or use any data from it except as permitted
by the terms of use available in full at https://www.nominet.uk/whoisterms,
which includes restrictions on: (A) use of the data for advertising, or its
repackaging, recompilation, redistribution or reuse (B) obscuring, removing
or hiding any or all of this notice and (C) exceeding query rate or volume
limits. The data is provided on an 'as-is' basis and may lag behind the
register. Access may be withdrawn or restricted at any time. 

Are You the Owner of Btcminer.uk?

If you own Btcminer.uk, we'd love to hear from you. If you'd like to challenge the trust score assigned, we're happy to take a closer look. You can write to us legal(at)gridinsoft.com. However, please be prepared to provide proof of your business's legitimacy. Introduce yourself with your real name. Please note, we never charge website owners for reviews or reconsideration requests. For more information, please review our Disclaimer.

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