Trusted but Verify
Current checks lean positive for this site, supported by a long-term SSL certificate (13 months) and a domain age of 26 years, though a basic verification step is still sensible.
Trust signal radarNormalized trust signals for gov.ieDomain Maturity: 9500 daysDomain MaturityWarning Cleanliness: Estimated by 0 flagged (Bitdefender)WarningCleanlinessSafety Level: 0 negative tagsSafetyLevelPositive Signals: 4 positive signalsPositiveSignalsPopularity: Estimated low traffic without Tranco or social profile dataPopularityTrust Zone: .ieTrust ZoneOperational Signals: 1 detected servicesOperationalSignalsLocation Credibility: Hosting country IELocation Credibility
Figure 1. Trust signal radar for gov.ie. Larger shaded area indicates stronger trust signals.
How we scored gov.ie
Positive signals:
strong independent trust
a long-term SSL certificate (13 months)
a long-term domain history (26 years)
Last checked December 3, 2025 at 9:11 PM by
Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.2.9
We reviewed gov.ie and found mostly positive signals. Current checks lean toward a legitimate, lower-risk profile, although a few caution points still keep it short of a fully verified standing. The current trust score is 79/100. Key signals include strong independent trust, a long-term SSL certificate (13 months), and a domain age of 26 years. Verify key details before sharing personal information or relying on the site for important actions.
FAQ
Is gov.ie safe?
Based on current analysis, gov.ie appears to be generally safe. Signals such as strong independent trust and a long-term SSL certificate (13 months) support this assessment. Basic verification is still reasonable before relying on the site.
Why does gov.ie look trustworthy?
Key factors include registrar information (Dept of Public Expenditure) and hosting in IE. Security-source coverage was limited at the time of review, so malware and phishing findings may be incomplete. The trust score blends security detections, domain and infrastructure signals, and on-page behavior patterns. Taken together, these factors support a mostly positive trust assessment, although routine verification is still reasonable.
Gov Digital Footprints
A structured view of the site's detected themes, page signals, and related online footprint elements.
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.
Long Term Domain
This site is registered for an extended period, which is generally a positive continuity signal.
Established Domain
gov.ie has maintained active domain presence over time, indicating operational continuity.
High Trust Score
Domain Information
CreatedMay 30, 2000 at 11:00 PMUpdated: August 27, 2025 at 9:26 AM · Expires: May 31, 2029 at 2:05 PM
Domain Age26 years
RegistrantDepartment of Public Expenditure and Reform
RegistrarDept of Public ExpenditureIANA ID: not applicable
Domain StatusClient: Delete · Transfer · Update ProhibitedDNSSEC: UNSIGNED
SSL CertificateAmazon RSA 2048 M03TLS 1.3 · Valid for: 13 months · from April 12, 2025 at 12:00 AM · to May 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM
Name Serverscwext.gn.gov.ie ext3.gn.gov.ie gbext.gn.gov.ie
Content Analysis
Website titleGovernment of Ireland: Welcome to gov.ie
Website descriptiongov.ie is the official website of the Government of Ireland. It serves as a central hub for accessing public services and government information
Verified ServicesThis domain has been verified by the following legitimate services and organizations, confirming authentic ownership and proper email security configuration.
GlobalSign
SSL certificate authority.
Security FingerprintUnique identifier based on site analysis
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