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Bugguide.net Website Review

October 1, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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Bugguide → Safety Check

First checked 3 hours ago
Verified Safe
Website content analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Reputation footprint:
High traffic ranking (#47,166)
Bugguide.net
Captured Image: Desktop View as for 2025-10-01 19:11:49

How we scored bugguide.net

On-page:
Registration Form, Guides, AI-generated Text
SSL Certificate:
Issued by InCommon RSA Server CA 2 on October 1, 2025. Valid for: 12 months (TLS 1.3)
Positive signals
  • Long Term SSL Certificate
  • Popular Site
  • Long Term Domain
  • Established Domain
and 1 more…
100 /100
Trust Score
22.6 years
Domain Age
#47,166
Global Rank
US
Location
0
Site is not warned
Last checked October 1, 2025 at 4:11 PM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.2.6

This domain was registered 22 years ago through the company DNC Holdings, Inc and had the owner Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 12986544.

For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +1.5043550081

About bugguide.net

We scanned bugguide.net and found it to be legitimate. Our analysis shows a high trust score of 100/100, indicating this website appears to be very safe to use.

Why is it rated 100/100?

Our security assessment reviewed multiple factors including domain age (23 years old - well established), registrar information (DNC Holdings, Inc), website popularity (ranked #47,166 globally), hosting location (US), website content and technology. Based on all the information gathered, we believe this website is legitimate.

Bugguide Digital Footprints

Registration Form

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

Guides
Long Term SSL Certificate

The SSL certificate for bugguide.net is valid for more than 6 months, indicating a long-term commitment to security and trust.

AI-generated Text

Content analysis suggests the website utilizes AI-generated text for primary content creation. While AI-generated content is not inherently problematic, it may indicate rapid website development without thorough editorial review. Based on security research, websites with extensive AI-generated content may correlate with reduced trustworthiness due to minimal human oversight in content creation.

Popular Site

Traffic analysis indicates bugguide.net receives substantial visitor volume, suggesting widespread user adoption and active utilization. High traffic levels generally correlate with legitimate operations and established user trust, though verification of traffic sources remains advisable.

Long Term Domain

Domain registration extends beyond one year, demonstrating the operator's commitment to sustained operations. Extended registration periods for bugguide.net indicate planning for long-term presence and operational continuity.

Established Domain

The domain has maintained active status for an extended period, indicating operational stability and established web presence. This longevity for bugguide.net suggests legitimate business operations and sustained user engagement over time.

High Trust Score
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.

Verified Safe

100 / 100
October 1, 2025 at 4:11 PM

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
22.6 years
Registrant
Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 12986544
Privacy Protected
Registrar DNC Holdings, Inc
Top Level Domain
.net
Generic TLD
Nameservers DNS-1.IASTATE.EDU
DNS-2.IASTATE.EDU

Technical Details

IP Address 129.186.120.3
Hosting Provider
AS2698 Iowa State Universi...
Ames, US
Global Rank
#47,166
Primary Language
DNS Records A 129.186.120.3 (TTL: 61s)

Content Analysis

Original website content:

Welcome to BugGuide.Net! - BugGuide.Net

An online resource devoted to North American insects, spiders and their kin, offering identification, images, and information.

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Registration Form Guides Long Term SSL Certificate AI-generated Text Popular Site Long Term Domain Established Domain High Trust Score

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Security Fingerprint
louisiana-tennis-rugby-lima
Unique identifier based on site analysis

How popular is this website?

Popularity
47 166
+2 376
Bugguide.net ranks within the top 50,000, attracting a sizable user base. Cybercriminals may exploit its popularity through phishing or malware injections, though such sites often have stronger defenses in place.

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Warning Summary

This section provides a detailed breakdown of security warnings from multiple trusted sources.

We gather verdicts from a range of security providers to assess the safety of the site. If any of these sources flag the site as potentially harmful, it will be marked with a warning. Each entry includes the source and their findings, allowing you to see the different assessments. This transparency ensures you have all the information needed to evaluate the site's risk.

If no warnings are issued, the site is considered safe based on the analysis from all checked sources. For more details, please review the individual findings below.

BitDefender
Clean
CRDF
Clean
Google Safebrowsing
Clean
Phishing Database
Clean
Netcraft
Clean
Criminal IP
Clean
OpenPhish
Clean
ESET
Clean
CyRadar
Clean
Sophos
Clean

Bugguide.net blocked? Check the safety report created on October 1, 2025

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