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Research.net Reputation Check

October 1, 2026 at 4:42 AM
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Risky Territory
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First checked July 14, 2026 at 4:37 PM
Website content and technical signals analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Trusted but Verify Key details in this review: low BBB review score and corporate registrar evidence. Review the evidence before relying on the site.
Trust signal radar Normalized trust signals for research.net Domain Maturity: 11340 days Domain Maturity Warning Cleanliness: 0 detections Warning Cleanliness Safety Level: 1 negative tag, 2 warning signals Safety Level Positive Signals: 5 positive signals Positive Signals Popularity: Tranco rank 23,369 Popularity Trust Zone: .net Trust Zone Operational Signals: 2 detected services Operational Signals Location Credibility: Hosting country US Location Credibility
Figure 1. Trust signal radar for research.net. Larger shaded area indicates stronger trust signals.

How we scored research.net

Tech signals:
Helpdesk, Advertising Network, React Platform, Next.js Framework, BBB Business Review Seal, Corporate Registration
Positive signals:
  • no major malware/phishing detections
  • strong independent trust
  • good BBB rating and BBB accreditation
  • popular site
  • a long-term domain history (31.1 years)
Negative signals:
  • low third-party customer review scores
Review sentiment:
Unfavorable
1.5 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Based on analysis of 33 reviews from BBB.
Last checked October 1, 2026 at 4:42 AM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.5.5
This domain was registered September 14, 1995 at 4:00 AM through the company MarkMonitor, Inc. and ownership information is not publicly available.

About research.net

We reviewed research.net and found a mix of positive and cautionary signals. The site does not currently look like a confirmed scam, but the evidence is not strong enough to treat it as fully established either. The current trust score is 71/100. Key signals include low BBB review score, corporate registrar evidence, and public traffic visibility. Public review signals are mixed across third-party sources, so key commercial claims should still be checked independently. Verify key details and recent independent feedback before relying on this site for important actions.

FAQ

Is research.net safe?

Current analysis does not clearly confirm that research.net is safe. Important context includes low BBB review score and corporate registrar evidence. Independent verification is still recommended before relying on it.

Why does research.net have mixed reputation signals?

Key factors include registrar information (MarkMonitor, Inc.), hosting in US, a domain age of 31.1 years, and presence in public traffic rankings. Major malware and phishing engines did not report active blacklist detections at the time of review, but reputation-related warning signals were still present. The trust score blends security detections, domain and infrastructure signals, on-page behavior patterns, and public review history when available. The overall assessment remains mixed because third-party reputation sources do not point to a fully consistent trust profile.

Research Digital Footprints

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

Helpdesk

This site includes structured support channels such as help center, ticketing, chat, or service contact pages.

Cookie Consent

This site implements a cookie-consent interface for managing tracking and data-collection preferences.

Advertising Network
React Platform

The research.net website is built using React, a popular JavaScript library for creating interactive user interfaces.

Google Tag Manager

This website uses Google Tag Manager to add and update tracking tags on its website.

Index Disabled

The site this site is configured with a noindex, nofollow rule, so search engines ignore it and its links. While this can be intentional, it also prevents the site from appearing in search results.

Webpack Module Bundler
Next.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.

BBB Business Review Seal
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.

Popular Site

This site shows elevated traffic signals relative to similar domains; this is generally positive but does not by itself prove legitimacy.

Good BBB Rating

research.net has a high BBB (Better Business Bureau) rating of A+, indicating strong business practices and customer trust. This is a positive indicator of legitimacy.

BBB Accredited

This site is an accredited member of the Better Business Bureau, demonstrating commitment to ethical business practices and customer satisfaction.

Low BBB Reviews

This site has negative customer reviews on the Better Business Bureau (1.5 stars from 33 reviews), indicating customer dissatisfaction and potential service issues.

Established Domain

research.net has maintained active domain presence over time, indicating operational continuity.

Corporate Registration

This domain is registered through a corporate-focused registrar, MarkMonitor, Inc., commonly used by established organizations for managed domain protection and portfolio control.

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.

Domain Information

Created September 14, 1995 at 4:00 AM Updated: May 18, 2025 at 2:35 PM · Expires: February 3, 2027 at 8:56 PM
Domain Age 31.1 years
Registrant US (United States)
Registrar MarkMonitor, Inc. IANA ID: 292
Abuse Email [email protected]
Domain Status Client Delete Prohibited ( · Client Delete Prohibited · Client Transfer Prohibited ( +3 more · DNSSEC: UNSIGNED
Top Level Domain .net Generic TLD

Technical Details

HTTP status 301
IP Address 108.139.47.79
Hostname server-108-139-47-79.jfk50.r.cloudfront.net
Hosting Provider AS16509 Amazon.com, Inc. New York City, New York, US
SSL Certificate Amazon RSA 2048 M01 TLSv1.3 · Valid for: 7 months · from September 28, 2026 at 12:00 AM · to April 13, 2027 at 11:59 PM
Name Servers ns-1298.awsdns-34.org
ns-1669.awsdns-16.co.uk
ns-61.awsdns-07.com
ns-865.awsdns-44.net

Content from the analyzed website

Quoted for security analysis. These statements belong to the source website and are not endorsed by Gridinsoft.

Original page title White Label Online Survey Software
Original description Create white label surveys and branded surveys on research.net. SurveyMonkey’s online survey platform makes it easy to conduct powerful research.
Primary Language
Mentioned hosts (60)
www.trustedsite.com kds-pixel.kargo.com js.hs-scripts.com s.amazon-adsystem.com www.research.net tracking-api.g2.com px.ads.linkedin.com www.facebook.com www.ethyca.com prod.smassets.net js.zi-scripts.com www.redditstatic.com bat.bing.com apply.surveymonkey.com www.youtube.com and 45 more

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.
Cookie Consent React Platform Webpack Module Bundler Next.js Framework Social Media Links Low BBB Reviews
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. Microsoft 365 Microsoft cloud productivity suite (Office, email, etc.).
Security Fingerprint Unique identifier based on site analysis

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