[SCAM WARNING] Godex locked my coins

[apogio]

Move this topic to where it belongs: Scam Accusations. Or create a new topic there.
And post a big red SCAM WARNING in their thread.
They're selective scammers hiding behind KYC while advertising to be anonymous. Nobody should use such sites.

Done: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=4693949.msg65625408#msg65625408

Although I highly doubt they will ever refund me. They don't follow this forum anymore and they don't answer to my emails.

They 're thieves.

[Trêvoid]

Still falsely presenting itself as a no-KYC platform, which isn’t accurate.

Yeah, they 're still witholding my money illegally. I don't know what to do, I 've sent them too many emails, but no response yet. They 're giving false information to their customers, while also stealing their funds. They 're a disaster!

I don't know what to do,

Really sorry, apogio. All we can do is keep posting updates here to warn others and help them avoid these scammers. They really are cheaters and what they're doing is wrong.

[Skjadoon]

Serious trust concerns from Godex!

I voted for flag.

[Shishir99]

I think I am pretty active on the Scam accusation board, but I don't remember seeing this thread before. I thought they were a reputable service that could be used by people who love privacy. If exchanges like Godex turn 360 degrees at some point, what other services would people trust? They just ruined their reputation on this forum. I hope it spreads more.

Just noticed they have been inactive here since 2024. I think I have seen their signatures before. I think people from the Bitcointalk forum choose some specific services, seeing that they have promoted their service here, and they have an announcement thread. People think they can get it solved if they are on BitcoinTalk. Seems like nothing works if a service turn into a shit.

[apogio]

I think I am pretty active on the Scam accusation board, but I don't remember seeing this thread before. I thought they were a reputable service that could be used by people who love privacy. If exchanges like Godex turn 360 degrees at some point, what other services would people trust? They just ruined their reputation on this forum. I hope it spreads more.

You haven't seen the thread in this board because I moved it from Service Discussion where it was originally at. Unfortunately, like you say, not many exchanges can be trusted nowadays, unless they are either (a) full regulated, or (b) simple P2P based, without legal form.

[Skjadoon]

I think I am pretty active on the Scam accusation board, but I don't remember seeing this thread before. I thought they were a reputable service that could be used by people who love privacy. If exchanges like Godex turn 360 degrees at some point, what other services would people trust? They just ruined their reputation on this forum. I hope it spreads more.

You haven't seen the thread in this board because I moved it from Service Discussion where it was originally at. Unfortunately, like you say, not many exchanges can be trusted nowadays, unless they are either (a) full regulated, or (b) simple P2P based, without legal form.

I was also considering using Godex after seeing his thread, and I was really surprised. What other services do people trust that truly require no KYC verification?

[Forsyth Jones]

Yeah, they 're still witholding my money illegally. I don't know what to do, I 've sent them too many emails, but no response yet. They 're giving false information to their customers, while also stealing their funds. They 're a disaster!

Ooh my friend, I'm so sorry about what happened to you. It's getting harder and harder to find a reliable crypto swap tool that respects user privacy.

You have my full solidarity and support!

Right now, think the only safer option for crypto exchanges without KYC is Bisq (last time, i only traded BTC, but it seems they now support alts too).

Edit: I also remembered Trêvoid's service, which is KYC-free and respects users' privacy.

It's sad for a platform to throw its entire reputation down the drain. Even if they fix this, it will be very difficult to regain trust.

There's no way to justify blocking your funds. If the platform claimed to be non-KYC, even advertised this in the first section of the website's homepage, and then changed the rules of the game, misappropriating users' funds is theft! There's no other kinder definition for it.

[apogio]

Yeah, they 're still witholding my money illegally. I don't know what to do, I 've sent them too many emails, but no response yet. They 're giving false information to their customers, while also stealing their funds. They 're a disaster!

Ooh my friend, I'm so sorry about what happened to you. It's getting harder and harder to find a reliable crypto swap tool that respects user privacy.

You have my full solidarity and support!

Right now, think the only safer option for crypto exchanges without KYC is Bisq (last time, i only traded BTC, but it seems they now support alts too).

Edit: I also remembered Trêvoid's service, which is KYC-free and respects users' privacy.

It's sad for a platform to throw its entire reputation down the drain. Even if they fix this, it will be very difficult to regain trust.

There's no way to justify blocking your funds. If the platform claimed to be non-KYC, even advertised this in the first section of the website's homepage, and then changed the rules of the game, misappropriating users' funds is theft! There's no other kinder definition for it.

I appreciate your words.

In fact, I still blame myself and nobody else. I 've been quite vocal about not trusting third parties and I 've been very sceptical with multiple crypto-related issues, but I 've fallen into a trap I thought I 'd never fall.
The problem is that the amount of money is very important for me (for family-related reasons, I need this money).

But apart from the money, it's a very bad feeling, you know...

[Big_UNKLE]

I’m deeply committed to privacy and only use censorship-resistant services for my exchanges. After eXch shut down, I turned to Godex.io, believing it was KYC-free. However, after sending my UTXO to convert into XMR, they locked my funds and demanded personal documents — a photo ID and a selfie holding a note with “Godex” and the current date. I refused. I won't give sensitive data to an unregulated offshore platform, especially one based in the Seychelles.

This experience is a hard reminder: even so-called non-KYC platforms can trap your funds. Once you hand over custody, you're at their mercy — and legal action is often futile. Instead, stick with decentralized platforms like Bisq where custody remains in your control.

[examplens]

Although I highly doubt they will ever refund me. They don't follow this forum anymore and they don't answer to my emails.

They 're thieves.

When was the last time you had any contact with them?
Did they show any intention at all to resolve your case?

The worst option for exchange is an unregistered exchange that uses third-party liquidity funds, and the liquidity partners are some of the CEX with a very bad reputation.
We have to ignore such services.

[LoyceV]

I thought they were a reputable service that could be used by people who love privacy. If exchanges like Godex turn 360 degrees at some point, what other services would people trust?

I recently came to the conclusion that it's not possible to offer a good, trusted privacy service for a long time:
1. If they're full KYC and honest about it, they can exist but there is no privacy.
2. If they're completely anonymous and don't ask for anything, authorities will eventually shut them down.
3. If they themselves are anonymous but selectively freeze funds (and keep them for themselves), they're kinda untouchable as they won't get big enough to be shut down, governments won't go after them for scamming, and users have no way to get their money back.
All we can do is warn people about #3.

[bitmover]

2. If they're completely anonymous and don't ask for anything, authorities will eventually shut them down.

I think that, in the end , those are the kind of services that are making a great contribution to bitcoin fungibility.

This AML stuff is becoming problematic, and some coins are indeed becoming harder to expend in some services.

[Big_UNKLE]

Move this topic to where it belongs: Scam Accusations. Or create a new topic there.
And post a big red SCAM WARNING in their thread.
They're selective scammers hiding behind KYC while advertising to be anonymous. Nobody should use such sites.

Done: https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=4693949.msg65625408#msg65625408

Although I highly doubt they will ever refund me. They don't follow this forum anymore and they don't answer to my emails.

They 're thieves.

Reflective question:
With the rise of KYC enforcement and surveillance on Bitcoin, can it still be seen as a true tool for financial freedom — or does that title now belong more to privacy coins like Monero and decentralized tools like Bisq?

[God Of Thunder]

What other services do people trust that truly require no KYC verification?

I would recommend using https://Splash.tf at this moment.

✅ They have an announcement thread here : splash.tf - instant exchange BTC / ETH / XMR / DAI
✅ Their representative is active here on this forum and actively engaging with the community, plus hearing their feedback.
✅ They recently escrowed funds based on community suggestions.

What else do we need to start using a service? In case they try to run away with your funds, you can follow the method quoted below to get refunded.

How to claim a refund

1. Open a public dispute thread in this board linking to this ANN.
2. Tag both of us
3. Provide evidence (see checklist below)
4. If we cannot prove completion, @SFR10 will refund you from the bond, up to the cap.

Evidence checklist
1. Letter of Guarantee from the status page
2. Your funding TxID / on-chain proof

[NotATether]

Reflective question:
With the rise of KYC enforcement and surveillance on Bitcoin, can it still be seen as a true tool for financial freedom — or does that title now belong more to privacy coins like Monero and decentralized tools like Bisq?

Bisq IMO is just a decentralized exchange so it cannot really be compared to the other two.

If you want true privacy, buy some XMR. Otherwise, Bitcoin is still good for providing decent enough privacy in terms of not getting your coins frozen, when combined with mixers.

I was also considering using Godex after seeing his thread, and I was really surprised. What other services do people trust that truly require no KYC verification?

You should only use exchanges that are listed here or here (affiliate disclaimer).

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[apogio]

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There is no proper update on my case.
(1) The funds are still locked.
(2) No answer to any of my emails.
(3) No reaction to my flag and my scam accusation here on the forum.

It's like they don't exist anymore...

[LoyceV]

It's like they don't exist anymore...

Have you tried sending them a completely different message, from a different email/browser/IP? Just ask something about their service as if you're considering using them. See if they respond.

[apogio]

Have you tried sending them a completely different message, from a different email/browser/IP? Just ask something about their service as if you're considering using them. See if they respond.

You mean like a bait? No I haven't, I really wish they weren't so immoral and obscure to ignore my original message and answer to this one.

[LoyceV]

You mean like a bait?

Yes. Just so you know if they're really abandoned, or just ignoring you.