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Appleworld.co.za Suspicious Website

July 21, 2025 at 1:22 AM
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Jul 21, 2025
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This domain was registered 7 months ago through the company 1API GmbH and owner is unknown.
For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +49.68949396850
Suspicious Website
23
Trust Score
CA
Location
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Appleworld.co.za exhibits characteristics consistent with untrustworthy platforms due to questionable content, deceptive operational practices, or potential malware presence affecting platform reliability and user security.

Users should implement heightened security awareness and conduct thorough platform evaluation before engagement, as overall trustworthiness remains a security concern. Implement appropriate security controls to ensure safe interaction with this platform.

Is appleworld.co.za safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft Anti-malware blocks appleworld.co.za because it was classified as suspicious website.

Through our comprehensive security analysis, appleworld.co.za has been identified as a potential suspicious website. Our multi-layered detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website. Gridinsoft evaluates dozens of security parameters, focusing on domain age (only 8 months old), limited website popularity, suspicious content indicators (Fake Social Media Links - Risk, Young Domain), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. These factors are combined with our machine learning model to generate a comprehensive risk assessment. Appleworld.co.za has a very low trust score of 23/100 according to our algorithm.

Our analyzer determines that website appleworld.co.za is using Shopify CMS. Shopify is a popular e-commerce platform, powering around 4.4% of websites globally. Shopify generally ensures a secure shopping experience, but visitors should be cautious as certain third-party integrations could present security risks if not properly vetted.

Automated systems are not perfect — while the evidence suggests risk, there is still a chance the site is legitimate. We recommend you check the website using detailed analysis or by contacting the company directly through verified channels.

Appleworld.co.za Digital Footprints

Shopping

Analysis indicates that appleworld.co.za operates as an e-commerce platform facilitating online transactions for goods or services. The website implements shopping cart functionality, payment processing systems, and product catalog features typical of commercial retail operations.

Popular Product

The website leverages popular product names and brands to attract traffic and generate user interest. These products may be offered through promotional campaigns or discount strategies designed to increase visitor engagement and conversion rates for appleworld.co.za.

Reliable Payment Method

Payment processing utilizes established and secure payment systems including major credit cards, PayPal, or other recognized financial service providers. These payment methods typically offer fraud protection and dispute resolution mechanisms for consumer protection.

Uses Free eCommerce Engine

The website appleworld.co.za utilizes free e-commerce platform solutions, which may indicate cost-conscious operations but could also suggest limitations in security features, customer support, or advanced functionality compared to enterprise-grade solutions.

Helpdesk

The website implements customer support infrastructure including centralized help desk services for user inquiries, technical support, billing assistance, and issue resolution through multiple communication channels including phone, email, and chat systems.

Registration Form

The website implements data collection forms requesting personal information including names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other sensitive details. Users should verify the legitimacy of appleworld.co.za and review privacy policies before submitting personal data.

Fake Social Media Links - Risk

Analysis reveals that appleworld.co.za displays social media icons or links that do not connect to legitimate social media profiles. This deceptive practice is commonly employed to create false legitimacy and represents a significant indicator of fraudulent intent requiring immediate caution.

Shopify Platform
Young Domain

Domain registration occurred recently, establishing appleworld.co.za as a newly created web property. New domains typically lack established reputation metrics, user reviews, or historical performance data, necessitating additional verification before engagement.

Color Guide

  • Requires special attention: Indicates areas with potential risks or issues that need careful review.

  • Positive indicators: Highlights trusted elements or reliable features that enhance user confidence.

  • Exercise caution: Signals areas where user data is involved or points that may require additional care.

  • Neutral: Provides information without indicating risk or reliability, serving as general context only.

Security Risk Detected

Suspicious Website
23 / 100
Trust Score
July 21, 2025 at 1:22 AM

Security Advisory: This website has been flagged as suspicious and may pose security risks. Exercise caution when visiting or sharing personal information.

This security assessment is based on automated analysis and community feedback. The score is based on a 1-100 scale, with 100 being the most reputable.

Domain Information

Domain Age
239 days
Recently Registered
Registrar 1API GmbH
Top Level Domain
.za
Domain Extension
Subdomain appleworld

Technical Details

IP Address 23.227.38.65
Hosting Provider
AS13335 Cloudflare, Inc.
Ottawa, CA
Primary Language

Content Analysis

Original website content:

APPLE WORLD ZA | Affordable Apple Devices for Student & Workers – Apple world za

Explore the full range of Apple products at Apple World ZA. iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, and more authentic devices, expert service, and South Africa’s most fair prices.

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Shopping Popular Product Reliable Payment Method Uses Free eCommerce Engine Helpdesk Registration Form Fake Social Media Links - Risk Shopify Platform Young Domain

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Security Fingerprint
zebra-may-arizona-montana
Unique identifier based on site analysis
Suspicious platforms exhibit untrustworthy characteristics including questionable content, deceptive operational practices, or malware presence that compromise user security and platform reliability.

How to block Appleworld.co.za?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block appleworld.co.za domain without requiring further user intervention.

  1. Start by downloading Gridinsoft Anti-Malware to your computer.
  2. Double-click on the gsam-en-install.exe file and follow the on-screen instructions to install the program.
  3. Once the installation of Gridinsoft Anti-Malware is complete, the program will open on the Scan screen.
  4. Click on the "Standard Scan" button.
  5. After the scanning process is finished, click on "Clean Now" to remove any detected threats.
  6. If prompted, restart your system to complete the removal process.

Exclusion

If you wish to visit a blocked "appleworld.co.za" and exclude it from being blocked, you can add it to the exclusions list. Here's how to do it:

  1. Open Gridinsoft Anti-Malware;
  2. Click the Tools tab;
  3. Click the Ignore List;
  4. Click the Internet vertical tab and press "Add...";
  5. Enter "appleworld.co.za" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Whois Record

Domain Registration Record

Complete WHOIS information for Appleworld.co.za

General

Domain Name appleworld.co.za
Registry Domain ID dom_89X0UO--1

Registrar Information

Registrar WHOIS Server whois.1api.net
Registrar URL http://www.1API.net
Registrar Registration Expiration Date 2025-11-24T11:11:46Z
Registrar 1API GmbH
Registrar IANA ID 1387
Registrar Abuse Contact Email [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone +49.68949396850
Domain Status ok https://icann.org/epp#ok

Important Dates

Updated Date 2024-11-24T11:12:31Z
Creation Date 2024-11-24T11:11:46Z
Registry Expiry Date 2025-11-24T11:11:46Z

Registrant Information

Registrant Country ZA
Registrant Email Please contact the RDDS service of the listed Registrar for Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact information.

Administrative Contact

Admin Email Please contact the RDDS service of the listed Registrar for Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact information.

Technical Contact

Tech Email Please contact the RDDS service of the listed Registrar for Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact information.
Billing Email Please contact the RDDS service of the listed Registrar for Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact information.

Name Servers

Name Server ns42.domaincontrol.com
DNSSEC unsigned
URL Of The ICANN Whois Inaccuracy Complaint Form https://www.icann.org/wicf/ 
Domain Name: appleworld.co.za
Registry Domain ID: dom_89X0UO--1
Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.1api.net
Registrar URL: http://www.1API.net
Updated Date: 2024-11-24T11:12:31Z
Creation Date: 2024-11-24T11:11:46Z
Registry Expiry Date: 2025-11-24T11:11:46Z
Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2025-11-24T11:11:46Z
Registrar: 1API GmbH
Registrar IANA ID: 1387
Registrar Abuse Contact Email: [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +49.68949396850
Reseller:
Domain Status: ok https://icann.org/epp#ok
Registrant Organization:
Registrant Country: ZA
Registrant Email: Please contact the RDDS service of the listed Registrar for Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact information.
Admin Email: Please contact the RDDS service of the listed Registrar for Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact information.
Tech Email: Please contact the RDDS service of the listed Registrar for Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact information.
Billing Email: Please contact the RDDS service of the listed Registrar for Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact information.
Name Server: ns41.domaincontrol.com
Name Server: ns42.domaincontrol.com
DNSSEC: unsigned
URL of the ICANN Whois Inaccuracy Complaint Form: https://www.icann.org/wicf/

Are You the Owner of Appleworld.co.za?

If you own Appleworld.co.za, we'd love to hear from you. If you'd like to challenge the trust score assigned, we're happy to take a closer look. You can write to us legal(at)gridinsoft.com. However, please be prepared to provide proof of your business's legitimacy. Introduce yourself with your real name. Please note, we never charge website owners for reviews or reconsideration requests. For more information, please review our Disclaimer.

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