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Sci-hub.sh Reputation Review

June 2, 2026 at 2:51 PM
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Danger Zone
Risky Territory
Caution Advised
Trusted but Verify
Safe & Secure

Sci-hub โ†’ Safety Check

First checked June 2, 2026 at 2:51 PM
Website content and technical signals analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Trusted but Verify This cryptocurrency site has no major malware/phishing detections in current checks. Independent trust signals for this site still remain limited. Because this site relates to cryptocurrency services, users should verify details before sending funds or sharing personal information.
Trust signal radar Normalized trust signals for sci-hub.sh Domain Maturity: 2040 days Domain Maturity Warning Cleanliness: 0 detections Warning Cleanliness Safety Level: 0 negative tags, 1 warning signal Safety Level Positive Signals: 2 positive signals Positive Signals Popularity: Estimated low traffic without Tranco or social profile data Popularity Trust Zone: .sh Trust Zone Operational Signals: 1 detected services Operational Signals Location Credibility: Hosting country US Location Credibility
Figure 1. Trust signal radar for sci-hub.sh. Larger shaded area indicates stronger trust signals.

How we scored sci-hub.sh

On-page mentions:
Cryptocurrency, Science
Tech signals:
Cloudflare Browser Insights
Positive signals:
  • no major malware/phishing detections
  • a long-term domain history (5.6 years)
  • an active SSL certificate (3 months)
  • multi-language support
Context signals:
  • content related to cryptocurrency and digital-asset services
Last checked June 2, 2026 at 2:51 PM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.4.7
This domain was registered 5 years ago through the company Dynadot Inc and ownership information is not publicly available.

About sci-hub.sh

We reviewed sci-hub.sh and found mostly positive signals. Current checks lean toward a legitimate, lower-risk profile, although a few caution points still keep it short of a fully verified standing. The current trust score is 77/100. Key signals include no major malware/phishing detections and a domain age of 5.6 years. Verify key details before sharing personal information or relying on the site for important actions.

Figure 2. Website screenshot for Sci-hub.sh. 2026-06-02 17:51:03

FAQ

Is sci-hub.sh safe?

Based on current analysis, sci-hub.sh appears to be generally safe. No major malware or phishing threats were detected, and a domain age of 5.6 years support this assessment. Basic verification is still reasonable before relying on the site.

Why does sci-hub.sh look trustworthy?

Key factors include registrar information (Dynadot Inc), hosting in US, and content related to cryptocurrency and digital-asset services. Major malware and phishing engines did not report active blacklist detections at the time of review. The trust score blends security detections, domain and infrastructure signals, and on-page behavior patterns. Taken together, these factors support a mostly positive trust assessment, although routine verification is still reasonable.

Sci-hub Digital Footprints

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

Cryptocurrency

This website references cryptocurrency transactions or educational content related to digital assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other blockchain-based currencies.

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.

Science
Google Tag Manager

The sci-hub.sh website uses Google Tag Manager to add and update tracking tags on its website.

Cloudflare Browser Insights

This website is proxied through Cloudflare's CDN/network and has Cloudflare Browser Insights enabled.

Multilanguage

The website provides multi-language support, demonstrating international accessibility and commitment to diverse user populations. Multi-language implementation typically indicates professional development standards and global operational scope, representing a positive trust indicator.

Established Domain

sci-hub.sh has maintained active domain presence over time, indicating operational continuity.

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 October 31, 2020 at 1:29 PM Updated: October 14, 2023 at 11:56 PM ยท Expires: October 31, 2024 at 1:29 PM
Domain Age 5.6 years
Registrant US (United States)
Registrar Dynadot Inc IANA ID: 472
Abuse Email [email protected]
Domain Status Client Transfer Prohibited DNSSEC: UNSIGNED
Top Level Domain .sh Domain Extension

Technical Details

IP Address 172.67.188.183
Hosting Provider Cloudflare, Inc. San Francisco, California, US ยท Hosting Provider ยท Anycast
Network AS13335 - Cloudflare, Inc. Hosting
SSL Certificate E7 TLS 1.3 ยท Valid for: 3 months ยท from May 20, 2026 at 9:09 AM ยท to August 18, 2026 at 9:09 AM
Name Servers ns1.brainydns.com
ns2.brainydns.com

Content Analysis

Website title Sci-Hub | SCI HUB search - removing barriers to science
Website description The official Sci-Hub homepage for SCI HUB search. Find scientific articles by DOI, article URL, or title, with metadata, Sci-Bot answers, and open science resources.
Available languages
Mentioned hosts (6)
sci-hub.sh solscan.io www.googletagmanager.com sci-net.xyz static.cloudflareinsights.com www.google-analytics.com

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.
Cryptocurrency Registration Form Science
Verified Services This domain has been verified by the following legitimate services and organizations, confirming authentic ownership and proper email security configuration.
Yandex Yandex Connect verification.
Security Fingerprint Unique identifier based on site analysis

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