Bitcoin is the original proof-of-work blockchain, the most widely tracked by OFAC and compliance teams worldwide. Use our free tool to check any Bitcoin (BTC) wallet address for AML compliance issues — including OFAC sanctions, darknet exposure, mixer usage, and ransomware links.
How to check a Bitcoin wallet for AML
- Paste your BTC wallet address in the input above
- Click Check AML to start the screening
- For a full report with risk score and PDF — open in Telegram bot
What is AML screening for Bitcoin?
AML (Anti-Money Laundering) screening for Bitcoin wallets checks transaction history against databases of known bad actors: OFAC-sanctioned addresses, darknet markets, ransomware payment wallets, scam contracts, and mixing services. Exchanges and financial institutions are legally required to screen crypto wallets before processing transactions.
Bitcoin's transparent UTXO model makes transaction tracing highly effective — every input and output is publicly visible on-chain.
Key risk signals for Bitcoin wallets
Bitcoin mixers (tumblers) and CoinJoin services are the primary obfuscation vectors. OFAC has sanctioned dozens of BTC addresses linked to Lazarus Group and ransomware operators.
- OFAC sanctions — direct listing or exposure to SDN-listed addresses
- Darknet markets — funds received from or sent to illegal marketplace addresses
- Mixer / tumbler exposure — use of privacy or obfuscation services
- Ransomware — connections to known ransomware payment addresses
- Exchange hacks — funds originating from stolen exchange wallets
Free Bitcoin AML check via Telegram bot
The fastest way to check a BTC address is via @scorechain_amlbot. Send any Bitcoin wallet address and receive an instant risk score with full breakdown. Basic check is free — no registration required.