Virtual coin account frozen? Don't panic! My blood and tears experience sharing.

As a Crypto Veteran, I have personally experienced the pain of having my exchange account frozen. It feels like your money is right in front of you, but you just can't touch it, truly heartbreaking!

Recently, regulatory tightening has been seen in various places, with a surge in freezing cases. Whether you're trading virtual 幣 or USDT, you may encounter this predicament. When your 帳戶 is frozen, don't panic, and don't complain aimlessly, as this will only waste time. Let me share with you the practical experiences I have gathered over the years with my friends.

Primary Task: Identify Frozen Units

After the account is frozen, the first step is to find out which institution froze it. Go to the bank to ask, but be prepared— the bank may not cooperate.

When my friend Xiao Chen inquired at the bank, the bank staff made a sour face upon hearing the words "virtual currency" and refused to provide information. At this point, you should know that according to regulations, the bank must inform you about the freezing situation. If you encounter difficulties, directly cite Article 25 of the "Regulations on the Work of Freezing Accounts by the Banking Regulatory Commission and Others"; this is your legal right.

Proving the Legitimacy of Fund Sources

Don't think that finding the frozen unit means everything is fine. The key is to prove that the source of your funds is legitimate:

1. Proof of funds: Provide salary proof, employment verification, or business license, etc.
2. Transaction Records: Save all transaction orders and chat history.
3. Withdrawal Proof: Complete transaction history and contact details for selling coins and withdrawing.

Last year, a classmate of mine took three whole months to complete the thawing process because he did not keep a complete transaction record. On the other hand, my friend Xiao Li solved the problem in just two weeks thanks to his thorough preparation.

Submit Complaint Materials Accurately

The materials submitted to law enforcement agencies must be as precise as court evidence:

1. Clearly highlight each transaction involving the funds with a highlighter.
2. Take a photo holding the day's newspaper, your ID, and your bank card (this trick is super useful!)
3. Detailed description of the exchange platform, methods, and timing

What to do if the thawing is unsuccessful?

If the account is still not unfrozen after the appeal, don't be discouraged, there are three paths to take:

1. Appeal to the freezing unit again: Emphasize that you are just an ordinary user, not a professional trader.
2. File a complaint to the superior unit: Prepare detailed complaint materials, including personal information and evidence.
3. Last Resort - File a Lawsuit: Prove that the freezing measures are improper and request the lifting of the freeze.

Once, a friend's account was mistakenly frozen, and the higher authorities did not handle it. In the end, they were able to recover the funds through an administrative lawsuit. Remember, don't give up easily!

The Art of Communicating with Law Enforcement

Attitude is key throughout the process. Do not be unforgiving when you have the upper hand, but be sincere and polite. I have seen too many people mess things up because of attitude problems.

Choose an appropriate time to contact (avoid before 10 AM, before 2:30 PM, on Mondays and holidays), and provide clear materials. Remember, law enforcement officers are also human, so give them some face.

Retrieving your own money is your right, but improper methods will only complicate matters. Stay calm, proceed step by step, and believe that most situations can be resolved!

Final reminder: To avoid similar issues, consider using a truly decentralized wallet to store large amounts of assets, instead of putting everything on centralized platforms. This is a lesson I learned at a painful cost!

Times have changed, centralized platforms are increasingly cooperating with law enforcement agencies, and all we can do is adapt and find suitable countermeasures.

Wishing all my friends in the crypto world a smooth thaw!