Bitcoin Sextortion Emails and Ransom Demands: How to Respond

Primary intent: victims receiving a bitcoin sextortion email or crypto ransom demand seeking guidance.

Primary keyword and variants

• Primary: bitcoin sextortion email
• Variants: sextortion crypto scam, threatening email asking for bitcoin, crypto ransom demand

Page outline (H2 sections)

1. Typical threat patterns — webcam claims, leaked password dumps, time-limited demands.
2. Immediate steps — do not pay, preserve headers, secure accounts, contact support.
3. When to involve law enforcement — evidence thresholds, safety considerations.
4. Device and data hygiene — malware scans, credential resets, backups.

FAQ targets

• Should I pay a crypto ransom?
• Are these threats real?
• How to gather evidence safely?