How can I tell if an escrow offer in an OTC Kaspa trade is a scam?

If you are invited into a private group chat containing exactly three people — you, a seller, and an "escrower" — treat it as a 100% scam attempt and leave immediately. In a legitimate over-the-counter trade, a trustworthy escrow service is independent and would never be introduced to you inside a seller-controlled private chat. Scammers use this setup because the fake escrower is well-prepared — they look professional and may have a convincing history — but their only job is to confirm the trade and then disappear with your money. For a beginner, the rule is simple: the moment a seller brings their own escrower into a group chat with you, the fix is already in.