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Short1.link Phishing

January 16, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Phishing
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Danger Zone
Risky Territory
Caution Advised
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Short1.link → Safety Check

First checked 19 hours ago
Phishing
Website content analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Reputation footprint:
Limited third-party mentions and inbound links
Captured Image: Desktop View as for 2026-01-16 02:05:59

How we scored short1.link

On-page:
Google Tag Manager
SSL Certificate:
Issued by R13 on December 16, 2025. Valid for: 3 months (TLS 1.3)
Verified Services:
Brave Brave Rewards creator verification. , Google Verification Domain ownership verified by Google.
Positive signals
  • Android App
  • Multilanguage
  • Established Domain
Risk indicators
  • Blacklisted by Security Providers
  • Blacklisted
Last checked January 16, 2026 at 12:05 AM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.3.4

What is Short1.link?

Short1.link operates a phishing platform designed to steal sensitive personal information, such as login credentials and financial data, through social engineering tactics.

The platform uses deceptive techniques, including fraudulent emails, fake websites, and misleading messages, to impersonate trusted entities and trick users into disclosing personal details.

This domain was registered 8 years ago through the company Spaceship, Inc. and had the owner Privacy service provided by Withheld for Privacy ehf.
For complaint:
  1. Email: [email protected]
  2. Phone: +1.6613102107

Is short1.link safe?

— Unfortunately, not likely.

🚨 Gridinsoft blocks this website because it was classified as phishing.

As of January 16, 2026, Short1.link has a very low trust score of 1/100 according to our algorithm. Through the security analysis, it has been identified as a potential phishing. Our detection system has found multiple risk indicators, and we recommend avoiding this website.

Why is short1.link marked "Phishing"?

Gridinsoft evaluates short1.link, focusing on hidden ownership details, 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.

Short1.link Digital Footprints

Android App

The short1.link website offers a mobile application for Android devices, indicating expanded platform presence beyond web-based services.

Google Tag Manager

The short1.link website uses Google Tag Manager to add and update tracking tags on its website.

Blacklisted by Security Providers

Security Alert: The website short1.link 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.

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

The domain has maintained active status for an extended period, indicating operational stability and established web presence. This longevity for short1.link suggests legitimate business operations and sustained user engagement over time.

Blacklisted

Gridinsoft Internet Security classified short1.link 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
Phishing
January 16, 2026 at 12:05 AM

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

Domain Information

Created July 9, 2017 at 10:23 AM
Updated March 11, 2025 at 9:54 AM
Domain Age
8.5 years
Registrant
Privacy service provided b...
Privacy Protected
Registrar Spaceship, Inc.
Top Level Domain
.link
Domain Extension
Nameservers launch1.spaceship.net
launch2.spaceship.net

Technical Details

IP Address 202.61.233.51
Hosting Provider
AS197540 netcup GmbH
Nürnberg, DE
Available languages
DNS Records 202.61.233.51 A
launch1.spaceship.net SOA

Content Analysis

Original website content:

URL shortener - shorten long URLs - short1.link

For meaningful statistics just add a + to the short URL.

Mentioned hosts (9):
www.google-analytics.com simolation.com www.googletagmanager.com short1.link www.google.com www.gstatic.com play.google.com analytics.google.com stats.g.doubleclick.net

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures:

These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.

Android App Google Tag Manager Blacklisted by Security Providers Multilanguage 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.

Brave Brave Rewards creator verification. Google Verification Domain ownership verified by Google.
Security Fingerprint:

Unique identifier based on site analysis

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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.

Gridinsoft
Warned
Forcepoint ThreatSeeker
⚠️ Suspicious
BitDefender
Clean
CRDF
Clean
Google Safebrowsing
Clean
Phishing Database
Clean
Netcraft
Clean
Criminal IP
Clean
OpenPhish
Clean
ESET
Clean
CyRadar
Clean
Sophos
Clean

Short1.link blocked? Check the safety report created on January 13, 2026

How to block Short1.link?

Gridinsoft has the capability to block short1.link 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 "short1.link" 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 "short1.link" and click Add button.

Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.

Are You the Owner?

If you own Short1.link, 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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