Search-redirect.com - Adware Distributor or Trusted Website?
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Search-redirect.com Adware distributor

September 23, 2025 at 12:50 PM
Adware distributor
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First checked 1 month ago
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This domain was registered 3 years ago through the company GoDaddy.com, LLC and owner is unknown.
For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: 480-624-2505
Adware distributor
43
Trust Score
#2,696
Global Rank
US
Location
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What is Search-redirect?

Search-redirect.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.

Is search-redirect.com safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

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

As of September 23, 2025, Search-redirect.com has a low trust score of 43/100 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 search-redirect.com marked "Adware distributor"?

Gridinsoft evaluates search-redirect.com, focusing on suspicious content indicators (Blacklisted), hosting technology and infrastructure, SSL certificate status, website reputation across multiple databases. We weigh these indicators to calculate the trust score.

How we scored search-redirect.com

  • Domain Age: 3.9 years (established)
  • Reputation footprint: High traffic ranking (#2,696)
  • Risk indicators: Blacklisted
  • Positive signals: Popular Site
  • On-page: No Access
  • ✗ Content analysis not available.
  • Method: automated checks.
Score: 43/100
by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.2.5
First checked: 1 month ago
Last checked: September 23, 2025 at 12:50 PM

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.

Search-redirect Digital Footprints

No Access

Automated analysis was unable to retrieve website content from search-redirect.com. This restriction may result from server downtime, anti-bot protection mechanisms, geographic access controls, or deliberate content obfuscation. Such access limitations warrant additional scrutiny, particularly for newly registered or unfamiliar domains.

Popular Site

Traffic analysis indicates search-redirect.com 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.

Blacklisted

Gridinsoft Internet Security classified search-redirect.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

43 / 100
Adware distributor
September 23, 2025 at 12:50 PM

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

Domain Information

Domain Age
3.9 years
Registrar GoDaddy.com, LLC
Top Level Domain
.com
Generic TLD

Technical Details

IP Address 3.171.139.103
Hosting Provider
AS16509 Amazon.com, Inc.
New York City, US
Global Rank
#2,696
Rapid Growth

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:
No Access Popular Site Blacklisted
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
2 696
-13 740
Search-redirect.com is among the top 10,000 sites globally, drawing a high volume of traffic. Popular platforms can be attractive targets for scams or large-scale attacks, but they often employ robust security measures to detect and mitigate threats.

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How to block Search-redirect.com?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block search-redirect.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 "search-redirect.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 "search-redirect.com" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Search-redirect.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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