File2share.co Reviews: Unwanted Application, Legit or Safe Check
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File2share.co Unwanted Application Distributor

December 18, 2024 at 9:33 AM
Unwanted Application Distributor
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File2share → Safety Check

First checked 1 year ago
Unwanted Application Distributor
Content analysis not available
Method: automated checks + analyst review.
Reputation footprint:
Limited traffic and third-party mentions (#2,326,052)

How we scored file2share.co

SSL Certificate:
SSL information not available
Last checked December 18, 2024 at 9:33 AM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.0.0

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.

What is File2share?

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.

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 blocks this website because it was classified as unwanted application distributor.

As of December 18, 2024, File2share.co has a very low trust score of 5/100 according to our algorithm. Through the security analysis, it has been identified as a potential unwanted application distributor. Our detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website.

Why is file2share.co marked "Unwanted Application Distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates file2share.co, focusing on limited website popularity, hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

Security Risk Detected

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

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

Domain Information

Created June 18, 2022 at 10:31 AM
Updated January 7, 2024 at 1:46 PM
Domain Age
3.5 years
Organization File2Share
Registrar Porkbun
Top Level Domain
.co
Generic TLD

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.

Are You the Owner?

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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