Safe2search.com - Adware Distributor or Trusted Website?
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Safe2search.com Adware distributor

October 30, 2025 at 5:18 AM
Adware Distributor
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Safe2search → Safety Check

First checked 1 month ago
Adware distributor
Website content analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Reputation footprint:
Limited traffic and third-party mentions (#2,092,162)

How we scored safe2search.com

On-page:
Bootstrap Framework
SSL Certificate:
Issued by R13 on September 16, 2025. Valid for: 3 months (TLS 1.3)
Positive signals
  • Established Domain
Risk indicators
  • Blacklisted by Security Providers
  • Blacklisted
Last checked October 30, 2025 at 5:18 AM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.2.8

What is Safe2search?

Safe2search.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.

This domain was registered 5 years ago through the company Amazon Registrar, Inc. and had the owner Identity Protection Service.

For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +1.2024422253

Is safe2search.com safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

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

As of October 30, 2025, Safe2search.com has a very low trust score of 1/100 according to our algorithm. Through the security analysis, it has been identified as a potential adware distributor. Our detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website.

Why is safe2search.com marked "Adware distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates safe2search.com, focusing on limited website popularity, suspicious content indicators (Blacklisted by Security Providers, Blacklisted), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. 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.

Safe2search Digital Footprints

Bootstrap Framework

safe2search.com uses Bootstrap, a widely-adopted open-source framework for responsive web development. Bootstrap enables efficient creation of mobile-friendly interfaces through standardized components and styling.

Blacklisted by Security Providers

Security Alert: The website safe2search.com has been flagged as malicious by multiple reputable security providers. These systems have identified potential threats, including malware distribution, phishing attempts, and other harmful activities. When several security engines report such risks, it indicates a serious security concern that may compromise user data, install malware, or enable fraudulent activity. For further details, please refer to the Warning Summary section.

Established Domain

The domain has maintained active status for an extended period, indicating operational stability and established web presence. This longevity for safe2search.com suggests legitimate business operations and sustained user engagement over time.

Blacklisted

Gridinsoft Internet Security classified safe2search.com as unsafe.

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

1 / 100
Adware distributor
October 30, 2025 at 5:18 AM

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

Domain Information

Created July 26, 2020 at 4:11 PM
Updated June 21, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Domain Age
5.4 years
Registrant
Identity Protection Service
Registrar Amazon Registrar, Inc.
Top Level Domain
.com
Generic TLD
Nameservers ns-1005.awsdns-61.net
ns-1048.awsdns-03.org
ns-1976.awsdns-55.co.uk
ns-476.awsdns-59.com

Technical Details

IP Address 5.161.108.79
Hosting Provider
AS213230 Hetzner Online...
Ashburn, US
Global Rank
#2,092,162
Primary Language
DNS Records 5.161.108.79 A
30616227.in2.mandrillapp.com MX
30616227.in1.mandrillapp.com MX
ns-1048.awsdns-03.org SOA

Content Analysis

Original website content:

Safe2Search

web.

Mentioned hosts (7):
safe2search.com cdnjs.cloudflare.com www.safe2search.com chrome.google.com fonts.googleapis.com fonts.gstatic.com stackpath.bootstrapcdn.com

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Bootstrap Framework Blacklisted by Security Providers Established Domain Blacklisted
Verified Services:

This domain has been verified by the following legitimate services and organizations, confirming authentic ownership and proper email security configuration.

Google Verification
SPF
v=spf1 include:spf.mandrillapp.com ?all
Security Fingerprint:

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
2 092 162
-1 468 456
Safe2search.com has a very low visibility ranking. While many such sites are perfectly legitimate, attackers may also use obscure domains for scam pages or other malicious purposes.

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Warning Summary

This section provides a detailed breakdown of security warnings from multiple trusted sources.

We gather verdicts from a range of security providers to assess the safety of the site. If any of these sources flag the site as potentially harmful, it will be marked with a warning. Each entry includes the source and their findings, allowing you to see the different assessments. This transparency ensures you have all the information needed to evaluate the site's risk.

If no warnings are issued, the site is considered safe based on the analysis from all checked sources. For more details, please review the individual findings below.

CRDF
Malicious
Seclookup
Malicious
Gridinsoft
Warned
alphaMountain.ai
⚠️ Suspicious
Emsisoft
⚠️ Suspicious
BitDefender
Clean
Google Safebrowsing
Clean
Phishing Database
Clean
Netcraft
Clean
Criminal IP
Clean
OpenPhish
Clean
ESET
Clean
CyRadar
Clean
Sophos
Clean

Safe2search.com blocked? Check the safety report created on October 30, 2025

How to block Safe2search.com?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block safe2search.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 "safe2search.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 "safe2search.com" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Safe2search.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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