The signals that should make you stop
- A domain registered a few weeks ago for a shop claiming years of experience.
- A presence on a phishing, malware or domain blocklist.
- A redirect to another domain at the time of payment.
- No legal notice, no terms of sale, no company name or registration number.
- Prices far below the market, payment only by bank transfer, gift card or crypto.
The age of the domain comes from the registry: a WHOIS lookup shows it in detail.
What this check cannot see
We read the home page and public lists: we do not read customer reviews, we do not test delivery and we do not verify the company behind the site. Look up its registration number in the official business register of its country, read independent reviews, and pay with a method that offers a chargeback. The tool never states that a site is a scam: it gives you the facts to decide.
Already a victim?
Contact your bank right away to dispute the payment, keep every email and screenshot, and report the site to the consumer protection or anti-fraud authority of your country. If the scam used your brand, the typosquatting guide explains how to protect it.
Frequently asked questions
How can I tell if a website is legit?
Check the age of its domain, its presence on blocklists, HTTPS, the legal pages and the company registration number, then read independent reviews. This tool gathers the technical signals in a few seconds.
Is a recent domain always a scam?
No. Every new business starts with a new domain. A recent domain is only a warning sign when the site claims a long history or offers implausible prices.
Does HTTPS mean a site is safe?
No. HTTPS only encrypts the connection; scam sites get free certificates too. Its absence on a payment page, however, is a serious warning sign.
Can you tell me whether this site is a scam?
We give facts and signals, not a legal verdict. Only an investigation or court decision can establish fraud; when in doubt, do not pay.