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Placehold.it Distributes Malware or Unwanted File Download

August 13, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Distributes Malware or Unwanted File Download
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Placehold.it distributes malware that infects computers and steals personal information.

The site tricks people into downloading harmful programs by disguising them as legitimate software, games, or useful files. Once installed, this malware can steal passwords and personal data, lock files and demand ransom payments (ransomware), spy on activities and record keystrokes, damage computer systems, or use computers for illegal activities.

Placehold.it makes malicious downloads look completely safe and legitimate. Visitors often have no idea they're downloading malware until their computer gets infected and starts behaving strangely or their personal information gets stolen.

This domain was registered 15 years ago through the company 1 Api GmbH and had the owner Quality Nonsense Ltd. Complaint contact not found.

Is placehold.it safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft Anti-malware blocks placehold.it because it was classified as distributes malware or unwanted file download.

Through our comprehensive security analysis, placehold.it has been identified as a potential distributes malware or unwanted file download. Our multi-layered detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website. Gridinsoft evaluates dozens of security parameters, focusing on 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. Placehold.it has a very low trust score of 21/100 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.

Placehold.it Digital Footprints

DDoS Protection

The website implements Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) protection services to defend against malicious traffic attacks and ensure service availability. DDoS protection indicates placehold.it prioritizes operational security and service reliability.

Popular Site

Traffic analysis indicates placehold.it receives substantial visitor volume, suggesting widespread user adoption and active utilization. High traffic levels generally correlate with legitimate operations and established user trust, though verification of traffic sources remains advisable.

Established Domain

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

Distributes Malware or Unwanted File Download
21 / 100
Trust Score
August 13, 2025 at 2:22 PM

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
5670 days
Registrant
Quality Nonsense Ltd
Registrar 1 Api GmbH
Top Level Domain
.it
Country Code TLD

Technical Details

IP Address 172.67.186.216
Hosting Provider
AS13335 Cloudflare, Inc.
San Francisco, US
Global Rank
#37,280
Primary Language

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
DDoS Protection Popular Site Established Domain

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Security Fingerprint
aspen-winter-tennis-september
Unique identifier based on site analysis
Malware distribution platforms actively deploy malicious software including viruses, trojans, ransomware, and other harmful payloads designed to compromise system integrity, steal sensitive data, or cause operational damage to target systems.

How popular is this website?

Popularity
37 280
+5
Placehold.it ranks within the top 50,000, attracting a sizable user base. Cybercriminals may exploit its popularity through phishing or malware injections, though such sites often have stronger defenses in place.

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How to block Placehold.it?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block placehold.it 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 "placehold.it" 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 "placehold.it" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Whois Record

Domain Registration Record

Complete WHOIS information for Placehold.it

General

* Additional Information Can Be Visualized At *
* Http //web-whois.nic.it *
Domain placehold.it
Status ok
Signed no

Important Dates

Created 2023-04-05 14:29:47
Last Update 2023-04-05 14:29:47
Expire Date 2026-02-04
Organization 1 Api GmbH
Address 27 Mortimer Street
Name 1API-REG
Web http://www.1api.net
DNSSEC yes 
*********************************************************************
* Please note that the following result could be a subgroup of      *
* the data contained in the database.                               *
*                                                                   *
* Additional information can be visualized at:                      *
* http://web-whois.nic.it                                           *
*********************************************************************

Domain:             placehold.it
Status:             ok
Signed:             no
Created:            2010-02-04 02:05:52
Last Update:        2025-02-20 00:50:27
Expire Date:        2026-02-04

Registrant
  Organization:     Quality Nonsense Ltd
  Address:          27 Mortimer Street
                    London
                    W1T 3BL
                    London
                    GB
  Created:          2023-04-05 14:29:46
  Last Update:      2023-04-05 14:29:46

Admin Contact
  Name:             Richard Kershaw
  Organization:     Quality Nonsense Ltd
  Address:          27 Mortimer Street
                    London
                    W1T 3BL
                    London
                    GB
  Created:          2023-04-05 14:29:46
  Last Update:      2023-04-05 14:29:46

Technical Contacts
  Name:             Richard Kershaw
  Organization:     Quality Nonsense Ltd.
  Address:          27 Mortimer Street
                    London
                    W1T 3BL
                    London
                    GB
  Created:          2023-04-05 14:29:47
  Last Update:      2023-04-05 14:29:47

Registrar
  Organization:     1 Api GmbH
  Name:             1API-REG
  Web:              http://www.1api.net
  DNSSEC:           yes


Nameservers
  eva.ns.cloudflare.com
  algin.ns.cloudflare.com

Are You the Owner of Placehold.it?

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