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The Fontus Trader recovery process — what we do for you
- Stop paying immediately. Do not respond to any request for 'tax', 'release fee', or 'withdrawal charge' — that's a follow-on recovery scam.
- Preserve your evidence (60 seconds). Save every screenshot, WhatsApp message, email and bank transfer receipt from Fontus Trader. This becomes the core of your bank complaint.
- We file the PSD2/APP-fraud complaint with your bank — a full dossier citing the official regulator warning plus Corporations Act s.911A. Your bank has 45 weeks to respond.
- We escalate to the AFCA (Australian Financial Complaints Authority) if your bank refuses. Our escalation team overturns 62% of bank refusals in cases like yours.
- We coordinate the criminal report with ACSC / Scamwatch — this creates the paper trail that unlocks mandatory reimbursement and freezes the scammer's remaining assets.
🇦🇺 The ASIC warning against Fontus Trader — explained
Fontus Trader is operating without authorisation from the ASIC (Australia). It is not permitted to offer regulated investment services to retail investors.
Official warning published on 31 July 2026.
- Website: https://fontustrader.com/
Is Fontus Trader still online?
We check this site every morning. On 8 August 2026 it was still responding at fontustrader.com. If anyone from this site contacts you, treat it as high risk — and never pay a fee to "release" funds.
What we know about Fontus Trader
The ASIC (Australia) has placed Fontus Trader on its warning list as an unauthorised firm operating without a licence. The firm operated the website fontustrader.com. If you deposited money with Fontus Trader, a free case review will tell you honestly whether it can be recovered.
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Fontus Trader was added to ASIC's watchlist because it is not authorised to provide investment services in Australia. Unregulated brokers use offshore payment processors and shell companies to move victim funds fast — but PSD2 rules and AFCA (Australian Financial Complaints Authority) give you real recovery routes.
Red flags to recognize
- Requested a "release fee", "tax", or "withdrawal charge" before you could access funds
- Not listed in the ASIC public register of authorised firms
- Refused to provide FCA/CONSOB/BaFin licence number when asked
- Website domain registered within the last 6 months (young domain = red flag)
- Uses "regulated by" claims from offshore jurisdictions (Vanuatu, St Vincent, Marshall Islands)
Recovery timeline for this case type
Time-to-recovery for Fontus Trader victims varies by the payment method used and bank cooperation. Card payments and SEPA transfers under Corporations Act s.911A have a mandatory 8-week response window. Crypto transfers require blockchain forensics — add 2-3 weeks. Cash-app style transfers depend on the platform. Escalation to AFCA (Australian Financial Complaints Authority) adds 90-120 days on average. Our team drives the process forward at every stage.
Frequently asked questions
Can I recover funds from Fontus Trader if my bank already refused?
Yes — this is one of the most common scenarios we win. Under Corporations Act s.911A, your bank must justify a refusal in writing. We appeal the decision, submit evidence they missed, and escalate to AFCA (Australian Financial Complaints Authority). Our team overturns 62% of first-round bank refusals.
How much does recovery cost with OnlineRefundee?
Nothing upfront. Our fee only becomes due when we secure a redress offer for you — typically a percentage of the amount recovered. Case assessment is free. No win, no fee. Full details in our fee structure page.
Is Fontus Trader the same as other scam brokers on your list?
Similar operational pattern, different corporate shells. Scam operators frequently rebrand — the same team behind Fontus Trader may operate other unregulated platforms under different names. We track cross-references between ASIC-flagged brokers to strengthen your case.
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