Common Dashen receipt fraud techniques
Fraudsters target Dashen users with several techniques:
- Edited screenshots: taking a real Dashen receipt and changing the amount or reference number
- Forged PDFs: creating a PDF that looks like a Dashen receipt but has a fabricated reference number
- Old receipts: reusing a genuine receipt from a past transaction and claiming it's new
- Reference number guessing: generating plausible-looking reference numbers that don't exist in Dashen's system
- Pressure tactics: rushing you to release goods before you can verify
How to verify a Dashen receipt
The only reliable way to detect a fake Dashen receipt is to verify it against the bank's own system. Dashen Bank publishes receipts at https://receipt.dashensuperapp.com/receipt/{REFERENCE}. cheki automates this: paste the reference number and cheki fetches the receipt in seconds. If the receipt doesn't exist in Dashen's system, it's fake.
Red flags specific to Dashen
Before even verifying, watch for these warning signs:
- The reference number doesn't match Dashen's format (Alphanumeric Dashen transaction reference (FT Ref / Transaction Reference on the receipt). Do not use the Transfer Reference.)
- The sender pressures you to release goods immediately
- The receipt shows a different amount than what was agreed
- The date on the receipt is from days or weeks ago
- The receipt is a low-quality screenshot or photo that's hard to read
- The sender avoids phone calls and only communicates via text
Frequently asked questions
How do I know if a Dashen receipt is fake?
The only reliable way is to verify it against Dashen's own system. Every Dashen receipt has a unique reference number. Paste it into cheki and we'll fetch the receipt from Dashen's public endpoint. If the receipt doesn't exist, it's fake. If it exists but the amount or sender name doesn't match, someone may be using a real receipt for a different transaction.
Can someone edit a Dashen screenshot?
Yes. Screenshots can be edited in any photo editing app in seconds. A fraudster can take a genuine Dashen receipt screenshot, change the amount or reference number, and send it to you. The edited screenshot looks real but the transaction doesn't exist in Dashen's system. Never trust screenshots alone.
What should I do if I detect a fake Dashen receipt?
Do not release goods or services. Ask the sender to complete the payment again. If you suspect intentional fraud, report the incident to Dashen Bank and to the Ethiopian police cybercrime unit. Keep the fake receipt as evidence.
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