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Craigslist.com Reputation Check

June 21, 2026 at 7:35 PM
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First checked August 15, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Website content and technical signals analyzed
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Trusted but Verify Key details in this review: low SmartCustomer score and corporate registrar evidence. Review the evidence before relying on the site.
Trust signal radar Normalized trust signals for craigslist.com Domain Maturity: 10497 days Domain Maturity Warning Cleanliness: 0 detections Warning Cleanliness Safety Level: 2 negative tags, 1 warning signal Safety Level Positive Signals: 4 positive signals Positive Signals Popularity: Tranco rank 80,629 Popularity Trust Zone: .com Trust Zone Operational Signals: 0 detected services Operational Signals Location Credibility: Hosting country US Location Credibility
Figure 1. Trust signal radar for craigslist.com. Larger shaded area indicates stronger trust signals.

How we scored craigslist.com

On-page mentions:
Jobs, Sports, Science
Tech signals:
Corporate Registration
Positive signals:
  • no major malware/phishing detections
  • popular site
  • a long-term domain history (28.8 years)
Negative signals:
  • low third-party review ratings
  • a redirect to another domain (amsterdam.craigslist.org)
Context signals:
  • content related to job listings and employment services; sports
Review sentiment:
Unfavorable
1.9 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Based on analysis of 522 reviews from SmartCustomer and other public sources.
Final destination:
https[:]//amsterdam.craigslist.org/
71 /100
Trust Score
28.8 years
Domain Age
US
Location
Last checked June 21, 2026 at 7:35 PM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.4.8
This domain was registered 28 years ago through the company MarkMonitor, Inc. and ownership information is not publicly available.
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About craigslist.com

We reviewed craigslist.com and found a mix of positive and cautionary signals. The site does not currently look like a confirmed scam, but the evidence is not strong enough to treat it as fully established either. The current trust score is 71/100. Key signals include low SmartCustomer score, corporate registrar evidence, and external redirect behavior. We also saw reputation caution signals from third-party review sources, so commercial claims should still be checked independently. Verify key details and recent independent feedback before relying on this site for important actions.

Craigslist.com
Figure 2. Website screenshot for Craigslist.com. 2026-06-21 22:35:49

FAQ

Is craigslist.com safe?

Current analysis does not clearly confirm that craigslist.com is safe. Important context includes low SmartCustomer score and corporate registrar evidence. Independent verification is still recommended before relying on it.

Why does craigslist.com have mixed reputation signals?

Key factors include registrar information (MarkMonitor, Inc.), hosting in US, a domain age of 28.8 years, and presence in public traffic rankings. Major malware and phishing engines did not report active blacklist detections at the time of review, but reputation-related warning signals were still present. The trust score blends security detections, domain and infrastructure signals, on-page behavior patterns, and public review history when available. The overall assessment remains mixed because third-party reputation sources do not point to a fully consistent trust profile.

Craigslist Digital Footprints

A structured view of the site's detected themes, page signals, and related online footprint elements.

Jobs
Sports
Science
Long Term SSL Certificate

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

Popular Site

This site shows elevated traffic signals relative to similar domains; this is generally positive but does not by itself prove legitimacy.

Redirects to Another Domain

craigslist.com redirects visitors to a different domain. This can be legitimate in some migrations or forwarding setups, but it reduces transparency for users evaluating the original address.

Low SmartCustomer Score

This site has a low SmartCustomer score (1.9) based on 511 reviews, indicating a low level of trust from customers.

Long Term Domain

This site is registered for an extended period, which is generally a positive continuity signal.

Established Domain

craigslist.com has maintained active domain presence over time, indicating operational continuity.

Corporate Registration

This domain is registered through a corporate-focused registrar, MarkMonitor, Inc., commonly used by established organizations for managed domain protection and portfolio control.

Color Guide
  • Requires special attention Marks high-risk findings that should be reviewed first.
  • Exercise caution Highlights areas involving user data, payments, or permissions.
  • Positive indicators Shows trust signals that support the site's reliability.
  • Neutral General context that does not increase or reduce risk on its own.

Domain Information

Created September 24, 1997 at 4:00 AM Updated: August 22, 2024 at 9:06 AM · Expires: September 23, 2026 at 4:00 AM
Domain Age 28.8 years
Registrant US (United States)
Registrar MarkMonitor, Inc. IANA ID: 292
Abuse Email [email protected]
Domain Status Client Delete Prohibited ( · Client Delete Prohibited · Client Transfer Prohibited ( +9 more · DNSSEC: UNSIGNED
Top Level Domain .com Generic TLD

Technical Details

HTTP status 301
IP Address 208.82.237.135
Hostname nonorg.craigslist.org
Hosting Provider Craigslist, Inc. Leesburg, Virginia, US
Network AS22414 - Craigslist, Inc. Business
SSL Certificate DigiCert Global G3 TLS ECC SHA384 2020 CA1 TLSv1.2 · Valid for: 13 months · from December 31, 2025 at 12:00 AM · to January 31, 2027 at 11:59 PM
Name Servers ns1a.craigslist.org
ns1f.craigslist.org
ns2a.craigslist.org
ns2f.craigslist.org

Content Analysis

Website title craigslist: Amsterdam jobs, apartments, for sale, services, community, and events
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craigslist: Amsterdam jobs, apartments, for sale, services, community, and events
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Mentioned hosts (4)
craigslist.com geo.craigslist.org www.craigslist.org amsterdam.craigslist.org

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.
Jobs Sports Science Low SmartCustomer Score
Security Fingerprint Unique identifier based on site analysis
cold-queen-mobile-lactose

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