Beware of Fake TradingView Ads on Social Media Distributing Malware

TradingView, a popular charting and market analysis platform, has issued a fresh warning about fraudulent advertisements appearing on social media, especially Facebook. These ads are carefully designed to look like official promotions, offering what appear to be free premium subscriptions or bonus rewards. In reality, they are a trap, leading users to counterfeit websites that install malicious software capable of stealing personal information.

How the Scam Mimics the Real Thing

The company explained that these scams often copy TradingView‘s branding in detail — from colours and logos to layout — in order to convince viewers they are genuine. Some even claim non-existent partnerships with well-known names in the industry, such as Binance, while promising annual premium access or cryptocurrency rewards like USDT. Once a user clicks the ad, they are typically redirected to a site that mirrors the official TradingView page, where they are prompted to download “special” software. This software, however, is malicious and designed to compromise the user’s data.

Official Channels Are the Only Safe Source

TradingView has stressed that it is not connected to any of these campaigns. The only safe sources for its products, offers, and downloads are its official website, tradingview.com, and verified channels on recognised app stores. Users are advised to be particularly cautious of addresses such as trading-view.com or tradingview-premium.net, which are crafted to look authentic but are in fact deceptive domains.

Steps to Take If You‘ve Clicked a Fake Ad

For those who have already interacted with these suspicious ads, the platform recommends immediate action. This includes changing account passwords, enabling two-factor authentication, scanning devices for malware, reviewing recent account activity, and reporting the incident directly to TradingView’s support team. The company also warns against downloading unofficial, “cracked,” or “developer” versions of its platform, as they are unsafe and, in many jurisdictions, illegal.

A Recurring Problem for TradingView

This wave of fake ads is part of a broader pattern. Earlier this year, TradingView faced a similar threat when fake YouTube channels, some created from hijacked verified accounts, were used to impersonate the brand and distribute malware targeting cryptocurrency users. In each case, the scammers relied on the credibility of TradingView‘s name to mislead their audience, making it crucial for users to verify they are engaging with the company’s official online presence.

Staying Vigilant Against Online Scams

TradingView continues to urge the public to be sceptical of any offer that sounds too good to be true and to rely only on its official platforms. Staying alert, double-checking sources, and avoiding unverified downloads remain the most effective ways to avoid becoming a victim of these scams.