Gridinsoft Logo

Target.com Reputation Check

June 12, 2026 at 4:36 PM
Checked by Website Reputation Checker
Table of Contents
Danger Zone
Risky Territory
Caution Advised
Trusted but Verify
Safe & Secure

Target → Safety Check

First checked June 4, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Website content and technical signals analyzed
Method: automated checks.
Likely Safe Strong trust evidence leads the assessment: 29.5-year domain history, public traffic rank, and business infrastructure. Mixed review signals still deserve a quick check.
Trust signal radar Normalized trust signals for target.com Domain Maturity: 10760 days Domain Maturity Warning Cleanliness: 0 detections Warning Cleanliness Safety Level: 2 negative tags, 1 warning signal Safety Level Positive Signals: 8 positive signals Positive Signals Popularity: Tranco rank 584 Popularity Trust Zone: .com Trust Zone Operational Signals: 13 detected services Operational Signals Location Credibility: Hosting country US Location Credibility
Figure 1. Trust signal radar for target.com. Larger shaded area indicates stronger trust signals.

How we scored target.com

On-page mentions:
Shopping, Gift Card, Movies, Sports, Games
Positive signals:
  • no major malware/phishing detections
  • good BBB rating and BBB accreditation
  • verified business services
  • business infrastructure
  • popular site
  • a long-term domain history (29.5 years)
  • a long-term SSL certificate (13 months)
  • strong independent trust
Negative signals:
  • low third-party review ratings
  • low third-party customer review scores
  • a low user rating from 6187 reviews
Context signals:
  • content related to online shopping and ecommerce; online gaming
Review sentiment:
Unfavorable
2.0 / 5 ★★☆☆☆
Based on analysis of 6,187 reviews from SmartCustomer, BBB, and other public sources.
Last checked June 12, 2026 at 4:36 PM by Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.4.7
This domain was registered 29 years ago through the company GoDaddy Corporate Domains, LLC and ownership information is not publicly available.

About target.com

We reviewed target.com and found a strong trust profile with some mixed public feedback. Current checks lean more legitimate than deceptive, and the current trust score is 95/100. Key signals include no major malware/phishing detections, good BBB rating and BBB accreditation, and verified business services. Public review signals are mixed across third-party sources, but the broader legitimacy and infrastructure signals remain strong. If you rely on this site for important services, review recent user feedback and current service terms before proceeding.

Figure 2. Website screenshot for Target.com. 2026-06-12 19:36:40

FAQ

Is target.com safe?

Based on current analysis, target.com leans generally safe with a 95/100 trust score. Key trust factors include 29.5-year domain history, public traffic rank, and business infrastructure; mixed review signals should still be checked.

What supports the trust score for target.com?

Key factors include registrar information (GoDaddy Corporate Domains, LLC), hosting in US, a domain age of 29.5 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.

Is target.com reliable for online purchases?

Current analysis does not show major malware or phishing threats. Buyers should still review return policies, delivery terms, and recent independent customer feedback before paying.

Target Digital Footprints

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

Shopping

This site shows e-commerce functionality, including product listings, cart flow, and checkout-related elements.

Deals
Gift Card
Movies
Sports
Games
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.

Discount
Long Term SSL Certificate

The SSL certificate for target.com 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.

Long Term Domain

This site is registered for an extended period, which is generally a positive continuity signal.

Established Domain

target.com has maintained active domain presence over time, indicating operational continuity.

Good BBB Rating

This site 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

target.com has negative customer reviews on the Better Business Bureau (1.1 stars from 334 reviews), indicating customer dissatisfaction and potential service issues.

Verified Business Services

This domain publishes TXT verification records for multiple third-party business platforms. This indicates that the domain has been connected to those services at the DNS level.

Business Infrastructure

This domain is configured for several service layers, such as email delivery, platform verification, or security tooling. This reflects a broader operational setup than a minimal single-purpose deployment.

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 January 2, 1997 at 5:00 AM Updated: June 1, 2023 at 4:16 AM · Expires: January 1, 2028 at 5:00 AM
Domain Age 29.5 years
Registrar GoDaddy Corporate Domains, LLC IANA ID: 3786
Abuse Email [email protected]
Domain Status Client Transfer Prohibited · Server Delete Prohibited · Server Transfer Prohibited +1 more · DNSSEC: UNSIGNED
Top Level Domain .com Generic TLD

Technical Details

HTTP status 301
IP Address 151.101.2.187
Hosting Provider Fastly, Inc. San Francisco, California, US · Hosting Provider · Anycast
Network AS54113 - Fastly, Inc. Hosting
SSL Certificate GlobalSign Atlas R3 OV TLS CA 2025 Q3 TLS 1.3 · Valid for: 13 months · from September 4, 2025 at 4:25 PM · to October 6, 2026 at 4:25 PM
Name Servers ns1-168.akam.net
ns4-65.akam.net
ns5-65.akam.net
ns7-64.akam.net

Content Analysis

Website title Target : Expect More. Pay Less.
Website description Shop Target online and in-store for everything from groceries and essentials to clothing and electronics. Choose contactless pickup or delivery today.
Primary Language
Mentioned hosts (36)
target.scene7.com api.target.com edge.fullstory.com collector-pxgwpp4wus.px-cloud.net client.px-cloud.net assets.adobedtm.com target.com cdui-orchestrations.target.com cdn.speedcurve.com securepubads.g.doubleclick.net cm.everesttech.net redsky.target.com vtrk.dv.tech p.toadmash.net js.mcl.io and 21 more

Security Analysis

Detection Signatures These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.
Shopping Deals Gift Card Movies Sports Games Registration Form Discount 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.
Apple Apple Inc. services verification. Atlassian Software development tools (Jira, Confluence). Brevo Email marketing and CRM platform. Cursor SSO AI code editor single sign-on. Extensis Digital asset management (DAM) platform verification. Google Verification Domain ownership verified by Google. Jamf Apple device management solution. Microsoft 365 Microsoft cloud productivity suite (Office, email, etc.). OpenAI AI research company (ChatGPT, GPT). Salesforce Account Engagement B2B marketing automation (Pardot). Stripe Online payment processing platform. Uber Ride-sharing and delivery platform. Zoom Video conferencing and online meetings platform.
Security Fingerprint Unique identifier based on site analysis

Are You the Owner?

If you own Target.com and want to challenge the trust score, please submit a review request via portal.gridinsoft.com. There you can claim your profile and add verified company/contact details. If you cannot access the portal, email legal(at)gridinsoft.com with proof of legitimacy and contact details. We never charge website owners for reviews or reconsideration requests. For more information, please review our Disclaimer.

Leave a review

Share your real experience with target.com. Is it a trustworthy site, or did you encounter any issues? The more detail you provide, the more helpful your review is for others!

Publication Tip

- Your feedback helps us improve our security scores.
- Detailed reviews describing your real-life experience have a much higher chance of being published.
- Your email remains confidential.

Gridinsoft Portal
Signed in via Gridinsoft Portal · View profile
Your score for target.com
95
points /100
The score is based on a 1-100 scale, with 100 being the most reputable.
Check another website
Verify the security of domains and services based on 10M+ real websites.
Is This Your Website?
Think your website was scored unfairly? Request a reevaluation and our team will take another look.
Flag for Reevaluation
Have you had a personal experience with Target.com?
Share your thoughts and rate it to help others make informed decisions!
Is This Your Website?
Think your website was scored unfairly? Request a reevaluation and our team will take another look.
Flag for Reevaluation
Have you had a personal experience with Target.com?
Share your thoughts and rate it to help others make informed decisions!