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Presearch.org Adware distributor

July 26, 2026 at 5:54 PM
Adware Distributor
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Danger Zone
Risky Territory
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Presearch → Safety Check

First checked March 30, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Website content and technical signals analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Adware distributor This site is classified as Adware distributor based on multiple risk signals, including 1 blacklist detections. These risks are driven by active warning signals despite the site's longer domain history.
Trust signal radar Normalized trust signals for presearch.org Domain Maturity: 3917 days Domain Maturity Warning Cleanliness: 0 detections Warning Cleanliness Safety Level: 1 negative tag, 2 warning signals Safety Level Positive Signals: 2 positive signals Positive Signals Popularity: Tranco rank 931,888 Popularity Trust Zone: .org Trust Zone Operational Signals: 1 detected services Operational Signals Location Credibility: Hosting country US Location Credibility
Figure 1. Trust signal radar for presearch.org. Larger shaded area indicates stronger trust signals.

How we scored presearch.org

On-page mentions:
18+
Tech signals:
Android App, Apple App, Alpine.js Framework
Positive signals:
  • mobile application
  • a long-term domain history (10.7 years)
  • an active SSL certificate (3 months)
  • presence in public traffic rankings
Negative signals:
  • security-provider warnings
  • a redirect to another domain (presearch.com)
Context signals:
  • content related to adult material
Review sentiment:
Unfavorable
2.9 / 5 ★★★☆☆
Based on analysis of 19 reviews from public sources.
Final destination:
https[:]//presearch.com/
Last checked July 26, 2026 at 5:54 PM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.5.0

What is Presearch?

Presearch.org is linked to adware-style distribution. In similar cases, users report changed search settings, unexpected redirects, and persistent ad overlays.

This usually starts after a bundled installer, browser extension, or "helper" utility is accepted without a clear opt-out. The result is noisy browsing and increased tracking exposure.

Figure 2. Website screenshot for Presearch.org. 2026-07-26 20:54:27

If this behavior appears on your device, remove unknown extensions, review startup apps, and run a trusted anti-malware scan.

This domain was registered 10 years ago through the company GoDaddy Online Services Cayman Islands Ltd. and ownership information is not publicly available.

Is presearch.org safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft blocks this website because it was classified as adware distributor.

presearch.org has a blacklist warning and a 14/100 trust score. Verify the site identity before use and avoid sending sensitive or payment data.

Why is presearch.org marked "Adware distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates presearch.org, focusing on suspicious content indicators (Blacklisted), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases, customer reviews from various independent platforms (19 reviews). We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

Note: 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.

Presearch Digital Footprints

A structured view of the site's detected themes, page signals, and related online footprint elements.

Registration Form

This website implements data collection forms that may request personal information including names, email addresses, phone numbers, or other sensitive details. You should verify its legitimacy and review privacy policies before submitting personal data.

18+
Android App

This website offers a mobile application for Android devices, indicating expanded platform presence beyond web-based services.

Apple App

This website has an iOS mobile application available, indicating cross-platform accessibility for Apple device users.

Alpine.js Framework
Social Media Links

The presence of social media links on the website indicates that it references social media accounts. This signal alone does not confirm ownership or authenticity of those profiles.

Redirects to Another Domain

This site redirects visitors to a different domain. This can be legitimate in some migrations or forwarding setups, but it reduces transparency for users evaluating the original address.

Long Term Domain

presearch.org is registered for an extended period, which is generally a positive continuity signal.

Established Domain

This site has maintained active domain presence over time, indicating operational continuity.

Blacklisted

Gridinsoft Internet Security classified this site as unsafe. As a VirusTotal partner, our detections contribute to broader protection across tools and browsers.

Color Guide
  • Requires special attention Marks high-risk findings that should be reviewed first.
  • Exercise caution Highlights areas involving user data, payments, or permissions.
  • Positive indicators Shows trust signals that support the site's reliability.
  • Neutral General context that does not increase or reduce risk on its own.

Provider warnings: 1/28 Adware distributor

This section shows what trusted security sources say about this site.

A warning appears when one or more sources report malware, phishing, abuse, or other safety concerns. Each row shows the source and its verdict.

If no source reports a warning, the site is shown as clear in this section.

Gridinsoft Threat List
Warned
BBB
Clean
BitDefender
Clean
Kaspersky
Clean
ESET
Clean
Sophos
Clean
Google Safebrowsing
Clean
Fortinet
Clean
G-Data
Clean
Webroot
Clean
Dr.Web
Clean
Forcepoint ThreatSeeker
Clean
CyRadar
Clean
Lionic
Clean
Quick Heal
Clean
Phishing Database
Clean
Phishtank
Clean
OpenPhish
Clean
alphaMountain.ai
Clean
Netcraft
Clean
Sucuri SiteCheck
Clean
Criminal IP
Clean
URLhaus
Clean
Emsisoft
Clean
Spam404
Clean
Trustwave
Clean
VX Vault
Clean
Quttera
Clean

Presearch.org blocked? Check the provider verdict report created on March 29, 2026

Domain Information

Created November 4, 2015 at 4:59 PM Updated: June 6, 2024 at 6:55 PM · Expires: November 4, 2027 at 4:59 PM
Domain Age 10.7 years
Registrar GoDaddy Online Services Cayman Islands Ltd. IANA ID: 1659
Abuse Email [email protected]
Domain Status Client: Delete · Renew · Transfer Prohibited +1 more · DNSSEC: UNSIGNED
Top Level Domain .org Generic TLD

Technical Details

HTTP status 301
IP Address 13.32.241.25
Hostname server-13-32-241-25.jfk50.r.cloudfront.net
Hosting Provider Amazon.com, Inc. New York City, New York, US
Network AS16509 - Amazon.com, Inc. Hosting
SSL Certificate WE1 TLSv1.3 · Valid for: 3 months · from June 12, 2026 at 4:02 PM · to September 10, 2026 at 5:02 PM
Name Servers ns-1090.awsdns-08.org
ns-1860.awsdns-40.co.uk
ns-786.awsdns-34.net

Content Analysis

Website title Presearch - Private search engine. No Tracking.
Website description Use the best private, decentralized search engine. Earn search rewards, get real results. No tracking. A true Google alternative for privacy.
Primary Language
Mentioned hosts (29)
64924a00d41e.w.hcaptcha.com 5d0fc3f30485.w.hcaptcha.com support.presearch.com chrome.google.com marketplace.presearch.com nodes.presearch.com js.hcaptcha.com presearch.org network.presearch.com keywords.presearch.com microsoftedge.microsoft.com assets.presearch.com t.me presearch.io news.presearch.io and 14 more

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.
Registration Form 18+ Alpine.js Framework Social Media Links
Verified Services This domain has been verified by the following legitimate services and organizations, confirming authentic ownership and proper email security configuration.
Google Verification Domain ownership verified by Google.
Security Fingerprint Unique identifier based on site analysis

How to block Presearch.org?

Our Anti-Malware can automatically block access to presearch.org if it is flagged as malicious.

  1. Install and run the protection.
  2. The program will block flagged domains and remove related threats.

Exclusion

If you believe presearch.org is safe, you can add it to the exclusion list:

  1. Open Gridinsoft Anti-Malware → Tools → Ignore List.
  2. Go to the Internet tab and add presearch.org.

See detailed instructions for more options.

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