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Mystart.com Adware distributor

March 30, 2025 at 3:43 AM
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Mystart.com 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.

What is Mystart.com?

Is mystart.com safe? Unfortunately, not likely. Gridinsoft Anti-malware block the mystart.com because it was clasified as adware distributor. This domain was registered 27 years ago through the company DNC Holdings, Inc and had the owner Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 13500591. The contact email for complaint is [email protected] or by phone at +1.5043550081.

Mystart.com Digital Footprints

Parked Domain

This domain (mystart.com) is registered but currently inactive, displaying placeholder content such as advertisements or domain sale notifications. Parked domains are commonly held for future development, resale purposes, or revenue generation through advertising networks, but lack active web services or content.

Registration Form

The website implements data collection forms requesting personal information including names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other sensitive details. Users should verify the legitimacy of mystart.com and review privacy policies before submitting personal data.

AI-generated Text

Content analysis suggests the website utilizes AI-generated text for primary content creation. While AI-generated content is not inherently problematic, it may indicate rapid website development without thorough editorial review. Based on security research, websites with extensive AI-generated content may correlate with reduced trustworthiness due to minimal human oversight in content creation.

Long Term Domain

Domain registration extends beyond one year, demonstrating the operator's commitment to sustained operations. Extended registration periods for mystart.com indicate planning for long-term presence and operational continuity.

Established Domain

The domain has maintained active status for an extended period, indicating operational stability and established web presence. This longevity for mystart.com 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

Adware distributor
5 / 100
Trust Score
March 30, 2025 at 3:43 AM

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

This security assessment is based on automated analysis and community feedback. The score is based on a 1-100 scale, with 100 being the most reputable.

Domain Information

Domain Age
9875 days
Registrant
Jewella Privacy LLC Pr...
Privacy Protected
Registrar DNC Holdings, Inc
Top Level Domain
.com
Generic TLD

Technical Details

IP Address 44.212.205.68
Hosting Provider
AS14618 Amazon.com, Inc.
Ashburn, US
Global Rank
#209,955

Content Analysis

Original website content:

MyStart

Enjoy useful widgets like a to-do list, music, and games combined with stunning wallpapers of animals like cats & dogs, and nature such as beaches, flowers, and more.

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
Parked Domain Registration Form AI-generated Text Long Term Domain Established Domain

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Security Fingerprint
papa-island-wolfram-angel
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
209 955
+3 158
Mystart.com 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 Mystart.com?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block mystart.com 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 "mystart.com" 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 "mystart.com" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Whois Record

Domain Registration Record

Complete WHOIS information for Mystart.com

General

Domain Name MYSTART.COM
Registry Domain ID 1878358_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN

Registrar Information

Registrar WHOIS Server whois.directnic.com
Registrar URL http://www.directnic.com
Registrar Registration Expiration Date 2026-05-25T23:00:00Z
Registrar DNC Holdings, Inc
Registrar IANA ID 291
Registrar Abuse Contact Email [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone +1.5043550081
Domain Status clientUpdateProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientUpdateProhibited)

Important Dates

Updated Date 2024-05-09T10:55:55Z
Creation Date 1998-05-26T23:00:00Z

Registrant Information

Registry Registrant ID Not Available From Registry
Registrant Name Jewella Privacy - a596d
Registrant Organization Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 13500591
Registrant Street 5860 Citrus Blvd, Suite D, #172
Registrant City Harahan
Registrant State/Province LA
Registrant Postal Code 70123
Registrant Country US
Registrant Phone +1.5043550545
Registrant Email [email protected]

Administrative Contact

Registry Admin ID dn2-919306
Admin Name Jewella Privacy
Admin Organization Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 13500591
Admin Street 5860 Citrus Blvd, Suite D, #172
Admin City Harahan
Admin State/Province LA
Admin Postal Code 70123
Admin Country US
Admin Phone +1.5043550545
Admin Email [email protected]

Technical Contact

Registry Tech ID Not Available From Registry
Tech Name Jewella Privacy
Tech Organization Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 13500591
Tech Street 5860 Citrus Blvd, Suite D, #172
Tech City Harahan
Tech State/Province LA
Tech Postal Code 70123
Tech Country US
Tech Phone +1.5043550545
Tech Email [email protected]

Name Servers

Name Server NS-1475.AWSDNS-56.ORG
DNSSEC unsigned
URL Of The ICANN WHOIS Data Problem Reporting System http://wdprs.internic.net 
 
Domain Name: MYSTART.COM
Registry Domain ID: 1878358_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN
Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.directnic.com
Registrar URL: http://www.directnic.com
Updated Date: 2024-05-09T10:55:55Z
Creation Date: 1998-05-26T23:00:00Z
Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2026-05-25T23:00:00Z
Registrar: DNC Holdings, Inc
Registrar IANA ID: 291
Registrar Abuse Contact Email: [email protected]
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +1.5043550081
Domain Status: clientDeleteProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientDeleteProhibited)
Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited)
Domain Status: clientUpdateProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientUpdateProhibited)
Registry Registrant ID: Not Available From Registry
Registrant Name: Jewella Privacy - a596d 
Registrant Organization: Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 13500591
Registrant Street: 5860 Citrus Blvd, Suite D, #172  
Registrant City: Harahan
Registrant State/Province: LA
Registrant Postal Code: 70123
Registrant Country: US
Registrant Phone: +1.5043550545
Registrant Phone Ext: 
Registrant Fax: 
Registrant Fax Ext: 
Registrant Email: [email protected]
Registry Admin ID: dn2-919306
Admin Name: Jewella Privacy 
Admin Organization: Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 13500591
Admin Street: 5860 Citrus Blvd, Suite D, #172  
Admin City: Harahan
Admin State/Province: LA
Admin Postal Code: 70123
Admin Country: US
Admin Phone: +1.5043550545
Admin Phone Ext: 
Admin Fax: 
Admin Fax Ext: 
Admin Email: [email protected]
Registry Tech ID: Not Available From Registry
Tech Name: Jewella Privacy 
Tech Organization: Jewella Privacy LLC Privacy ID# 13500591
Tech Street: 5860 Citrus Blvd, Suite D, #172  
Tech City: Harahan
Tech State/Province: LA
Tech Postal Code: 70123
Tech Country: US
Tech Phone: +1.5043550545
Tech Phone Ext: 
Tech Fax: 
Tech Fax Ext: 
Tech Email: [email protected]
Name Server: NS-713.AWSDNS-25.NET
Name Server: NS-409.AWSDNS-51.COM
Name Server: NS-2044.AWSDNS-63.CO.UK
Name Server: NS-1475.AWSDNS-56.ORG
DNSSEC: unsigned
URL of the ICANN WHOIS Data Problem Reporting System: http://wdprs.internic.net

Are You the Owner of Mystart.com?

If you own Mystart.com, 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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