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File2share.co Unwanted Application Distributor

December 18, 2024 at 9:33 AM
Unwanted Application Distributor
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File2share.co is a file sharing website that allows users to upload and share files with others. However, it is important to note that this site has been marked as a 'PUP Distributor' by Gridinsoft, indicating that it is not a legitimate or trustworthy site. Use caution when accessing or downloading files from this site.

File2share.co operates as a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) distribution platform specializing in deploying unnecessary software bundled with legitimate applications, including browser toolbars, adware, and performance-degrading software.

The distribution methodology involves packaging unwanted applications with legitimate software installations, resulting in inadvertent installation of intrusive programs that compromise system performance and user privacy.

Users should exercise caution when interacting with File2share.co, as the platform is associated with potentially intrusive software distribution that may affect system functionality and security posture.

This domain was registered 3 years ago through the company Porkbun and had the owner Private by Design, LLC.

For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +1.5038508351

Is file2share.co safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft Anti-malware blocks file2share.co because it was classified as unwanted application distributor.

Through our comprehensive security analysis, file2share.co has been identified as a potential unwanted application distributor. Our multi-layered detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website. Gridinsoft evaluates dozens of security parameters, focusing on limited website popularity, 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. File2share.co has a very low trust score of 5/100 according to our algorithm.

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.

Security Risk Detected

Unwanted Application Distributor
5 / 100
Trust Score
December 18, 2024 at 9:33 AM

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

Domain Information

Domain Age
1104 days
Organization File2Share
Registrar Porkbun
Top Level Domain
.co
Domain Extension

Technical Details

IP Address 172.67.161.119
Hosting Provider
AS13335 Cloudflare, Inc.
San Francisco, US
Global Rank
#2,326,052

Content Analysis

file sharing secure file storage file sharing platform
Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) distributors deploy unnecessary or unwanted software often bundled with legitimate applications, including browser toolbars, adware, or other software that degrades system performance or compromises user privacy.

File2Share

File2Share is a file sharing platform that allows users to securely upload, store, and share files with others.

How popular is this website?

Popularity
2 326 052
-220 542
File2share.co has a very low visibility ranking. While many such sites are perfectly legitimate, attackers may also use obscure domains for scam pages or other malicious purposes.

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How to block File2share.co?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block file2share.co 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 "file2share.co" 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 "file2share.co" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Whois Record

Domain Registration Record

Complete WHOIS information for File2share.co

General

Domain Name file2share.co

Registrar Information

Registrar WHOIS Server https://porkbun.com/whois
Registrar URL www.porkbun.com
Registrar Porkbun
Registrar IANA ID 1861
Registrar Abuse Contact Email [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone +1.5038508351
Domain Status clientTransferProhibited https://icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited

Important Dates

Updated Date 2024-01-07T13:46:27Z
Creation Date 2022-06-18T10:31:01Z
Registry Expiry Date 2025-06-18T10:31:01Z

Registrant Information

Registrant Organization Private by Design, LLC
Registrant State/Province NC
Registrant Country US
Registrant Email Please query the RDDS service of the Registrar of Record identified in this output for information on how to contact the Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact of the queried domain name.

Administrative Contact

Admin Email Please query the RDDS service of the Registrar of Record identified in this output for information on how to contact the Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact of the queried domain name.

Technical Contact

Tech Email Please query the RDDS service of the Registrar of Record identified in this output for information on how to contact the Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact of the queried domain name.

Name Servers

Name Server alexa.ns.cloudflare.com
DNSSEC unsigned
URL Of The ICANN Whois Inaccuracy Complaint Form https://www.icann.org/wicf/
Domain Name: file2share.co
Registry Domain ID: REDACTED FOR PRIVACY
Registrar WHOIS Server: https://porkbun.com/whois
Registrar URL: www.porkbun.com
Updated Date: 2024-01-07T13:46:27Z
Creation Date: 2022-06-18T10:31:01Z
Registry Expiry Date: 2025-06-18T10:31:01Z
Registrar: Porkbun
Registrar IANA ID: 1861
Registrar Abuse Contact Email: [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +1.5038508351
Domain Status: clientDeleteProhibited https://icann.org/epp#clientDeleteProhibited
Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited https://icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited
Registry Registrant ID: REDACTED FOR PRIVACY
Registrant Name: REDACTED FOR PRIVACY
Registrant Organization: Private by Design, LLC
Registrant Street: REDACTED FOR PRIVACY
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Registrant City: REDACTED FOR PRIVACY
Registrant State/Province: NC
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Registrant Country: US
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Registrant Email: Please query the RDDS service of the Registrar of Record identified in this output for information on how to contact the Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact of the queried domain name.
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Admin Email: Please query the RDDS service of the Registrar of Record identified in this output for information on how to contact the Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact of the queried domain name.
Registry Tech ID: REDACTED FOR PRIVACY
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Tech Fax: REDACTED FOR PRIVACY
Tech Fax Ext: REDACTED FOR PRIVACY
Tech Email: Please query the RDDS service of the Registrar of Record identified in this output for information on how to contact the Registrant, Admin, or Tech contact of the queried domain name.
Name Server: ernest.ns.cloudflare.com
Name Server: alexa.ns.cloudflare.com
DNSSEC: unsigned
URL of the ICANN Whois Inaccuracy Complaint Form: https://www.icann.org/wicf/

Are You the Owner of File2share.co?

If you own File2share.co, 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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