Experts and users from r/CryptoScams on Reddit have identified "Hotkdnczip" (and similarly named domains like "quadcodefxvip") as part of a recurring "pig butchering" scam.
: Once you deposit money, the site will show fake "profits." However, when you attempt to withdraw, they will demand "taxes" or "security fees" to unlock your funds. This is a trick to steal more money; you will never be able to withdraw .
: File a complaint with the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) or the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) .
: You may be contacted by people claiming they can "hack" the site to get your money back for a fee. These are follow-up scams.
Based on community reports and security indicators, and should be avoided entirely . Critical Warning: Why It Is a Scam
: If you provided photos of your ID or passport, monitor your credit and change passwords for your banking and email accounts.
: Scammers typically approach victims through dating apps like OkCupid , social media (TikTok/Instagram), or "wrong number" WhatsApp messages.
: Some versions of this scam ask users to download unrelated-looking apps (like "Workpro") from the Apple App Store and then enter a specific code to access the fake trading interface. What to Do If You Have Used It