A Hackaday project profile can be cited by someone claiming to represent a contributor or the publication. Check the role as well as the project work.

Check the contributor and publication claim

  1. Compare the exact profile URL with established contributor references.
  2. Review project logs and publication dates for the work being claimed.
  3. Check linked maker sites and contact details against known accounts.
  4. Confirm claims of official publication outreach through the publication’s own contact route.
  5. Pause urgent sponsorship or direct-transfer requests from unrelated contacts.

What to include in a report

  • Profile, project and relevant publication URLs.
  • Copied project comparisons and the claimed publication role.
  • Known contributor references and dated sponsorship or payment messages.

Build an impersonation report with the relevant URLs and screenshots.

Hackaday Username Search Guide covers profile links and platform-specific search details.