Discounthero.org - Adware Distributor or Trusted Website?
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Discounthero.org Adware distributor

March 1, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Adware distributor
Checked by Website Reputation Checker
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Risky Territory
Caution Advised
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Discounthero → Safety Check

First checked 7 months ago
Adware distributor
Website content analyzed
Method: automated checks + analyst review.
Reputation footprint:
Moderate traffic ranking (#163,613)
Captured Image: Desktop View as for 2025-03-01 05:21:21

How we scored discounthero.org

On-page:
Deals, Sports
SSL Certificate:
SSL information not available
Positive signals
  • Established Domain
Last checked March 1, 2025 at 3:21 AM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.0.9

DiscountHero.org is a price comparison website that offers product reviews and shop reviews. Users can find and compare thousands of products and conveniently order them online. Please note that this site is marked as an adware distributor by Gridinsoft and may not be a legitimate source for shopping.

What is Discounthero?

Discounthero.org operates as a browser hijacker implementing adware distribution mechanisms. The platform modifies default search engine configurations and redirects search queries to attacker-controlled infrastructure, enabling monetization through intrusive advertising campaigns including pop-ups, banners, and other unwanted content.

To maintain data security and system integrity, conduct comprehensive anti-malware scanning and exercise heightened caution when encountering similar threat vectors.

This domain was registered 8 years ago through the company IONOS SE and had the owner noctemque UG haftungsbeschraenkt.

For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +1.6105601459

Is discounthero.org safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft blocks this website because it was classified as adware distributor.

As of March 1, 2025, Discounthero.org has a very low trust score of 10/100 according to our algorithm. Through the security analysis, it has been identified as a potential adware distributor. Our detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website.

Why is discounthero.org marked "Adware distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates discounthero.org, focusing on hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

Discounthero Digital Footprints

Deals
Sports
Established Domain

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

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

10 / 100
Adware distributor
March 1, 2025 at 3:21 AM

Security Advisory: This website poses potential security risks. Please exercise caution when browsing.

Domain Information

Domain Age
8.6 years
Registrant
noctemque UG haftungsbeschraenkt
Registrar IONOS SE
Top Level Domain
.org
Generic TLD

Technical Details

IP Address 3.66.200.65
Hosting Provider
AS16509 Amazon.com, Inc.
Frankfurt am Main, DE
Global Rank
#163,613

Content Analysis

Original website content:

discounthero.org

Price comparison, product reviews and shop reviews at DISCOUNTHERO.ORG. Find and compare thousands of products and order them conveniently online.

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Deals Sports Established Domain

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Security Fingerprint
montana-harry-carpet-sierra
Unique identifier based on site analysis
Threat actors responsible for adware distribution deploy unwanted advertising software that compromises system performance and user privacy through unauthorized data collection for targeted advertising campaigns.

How popular is this website?

Popularity
163 613
+942
Discounthero.org is outside the top 100,000, indicating a smaller audience. While a lower rank doesn't necessarily mean it's unsafe, such sites may receive less scrutiny from security vendors. You need to be aware of potential risks and exercise caution when sharing personal data.

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How to block Discounthero.org?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block discounthero.org 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 "discounthero.org" 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 "discounthero.org" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Discounthero.org, 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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