Name the actual network
Determine where the asset exists, which explorer applies, what fee asset is required and whether a bridge or custodian stands between the token and native bitcoin.
Protect ownership proofs
A valid message-signing flow should never require a seed phrase or private key. Read the challenge text and verify the domain before proving control of an address.
Check hosted-platform policy
An exchange may control the snapshot address and choose whether to support a distribution. Customer balance alone does not guarantee a credit.
Inspect outputs and fees
For partially signed Bitcoin transactions or collectible mints, verify each output, the change address and the total fee before authorizing.
Evaluate wrapped-asset dependencies
List the bridge, custodian, destination-chain contract, protocol and oracle. The reward does not remove counterparty or smart-contract risk.
