Pi Network Warning to Pioneers About Fake Wallet Scams

As Pi Network moves deeper into the Open Mainnet phase, the Core Team has issued a new advisory for its global user base, calling for vigilance against scams that spoof the official Pi Wallet interface. These scams are designed to steal secret passwords from unsuspecting users. The Pi Wallet can officially only be accessed at wallet.pinet.com through the Pi Browser. The wallet has a distinct visual identity with a purple navigation bar and the Pi logo, which includes the Core Team application icon.

According to the warning, several counterfeit websites have emerged with interfaces very similar to the original website but hosted on misleading URLs. Users entering their passwords on these counterfeit websites risk permanently losing their held Pi. The Pi browser operates similarly to Chrome or Safari. This means that users must verify for themselves whether the websites they are visiting are legitimate. The Core team emphasizes that they cannot control how the browser is used and urges users to always remain vigilant. No member of the Pi Core Team will ask for your wallet password, password, or verification code. The team also clarifies that they do not contact users via phone or unsolicited messages. Any such interaction should be regarded as a scam attempt. Scammers are ramping up efforts to target Pi Network users by sending fake emails, running misleading ads, copying websites, and pretending to be official accounts on social media. Their goal is to trick users into revealing their wallet passwords. Many of these fake sites are very similar to the real Pi Wallet, but use slightly altered web addresses or hide malicious links behind ads. To avoid becoming a victim, users are advised to only trust emails from official Pi domains such as noreply@pi.email, especially when it comes to two-factor authentication or anything related to wallet transfers. Any message not coming from sources verified by Pi is concerning. According to the core team, while scammers may replicate the interface of the wallet, they cannot fake the actual application URL or the layout seen inside the Pi Browser. These are the key signs that users should look for before entering any sensitive information. Because blockchain transactions cannot be undone, entering your password on a phishing website can result in losing everything in your wallet. And with many users now transitioning to Open Network, the likelihood of being targeted by these scams only increases. To find updated security guidelines and a list of verified Pi applications and products, users should check the Pi Safety Center. This remains the most reliable source to identify counterfeit platforms and report suspicious activities.