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How we scored z-library.sk
On-page:
Books, Web Application, AI-generated Text
SSL Certificate:
Issued by R13 on January 15, 2026. Valid for: 3 months (TLS 1.3)
Positive signals
Multilanguage
Popular Site
Risk indicators
Blacklisted
Last checked January 17, 2026 at 8:27 AM by
Gridinsoft Trust Model v2.3.4
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What is Z-library?
Z-library.sk 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 2 years ago through the company IMLI-0001
and owner is unknown.
Complaint contact not found.
Is z-library.sk safe?
— Unfortunately, not likely.
🚨
Gridinsoft blocks this website because it was classified as phishing.
As of January 17, 2026, Z-library.sk has a very low trust score of 28/100 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 z-library.sk marked "Phishing"?
Gridinsoft evaluates z-library.sk, 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.
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.
This website is configured as a web application with mobile app-like functionality. You can install this site directly to your device's home screen for quick access and an app-like experience.
AI-generated Text
Content analysis suggests the website utilizes AI-generated text for primary content creation. While AI-generated content is not inherently problematic, it may indicate rapid website development without thorough editorial review. Based on security research, websites with extensive AI-generated content may correlate with reduced trustworthiness due to minimal human oversight in content creation.
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.
Popular Site
Traffic analysis indicates z-library.sk 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 z-library.sk as unsafe.
Security Risk Detected
28/ 100
Phishing
January 17, 2026 at 8:27 AM
Security Advisory:
This website poses potential security risks. Please exercise caution when browsing.
Domain Information
CreatedJanuary 7, 2024 at 10:00 PM
UpdatedNovember 8, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Domain Age
2 years
RegistrarIMLI-0001
Top Level Domain
.sk
Country Code TLD
Technical Details
IP Address185.208.156.205
Hosting Provider
AS42624 Global-Data Sys...
Bellinzona, CH
Global Rank
#16,520
Available languages
Content Analysis
Original website content:
Z-Library – the world’s largest e-book library. Your gateway to knowledge and culture.
Z-Library is an online library dedicated to enhancing global education through easy access to books. Recognizing books as a valuable source of knowledge throughout history, we a...
Mentioned hosts (39):
bn.z-library.sklitera-library.comel.z-library.skka.z-library.skru.z-library.skps.z-library.skes.z-library.skwww.change.orgx.comlitera-reader.com
+29 more
Security Analysis
Detection Signatures:
These signatures are used to generate the security fingerprint below.
Phishing operations employ social engineering techniques to deceive users into revealing sensitive information including login credentials, financial data, or personal information through fraudulent communications impersonating trusted entities.
How popular is this website?
Popularity
16 520
+1 490
Z-library.sk ranks within the top 50,000, attracting a sizable user base. Cybercriminals may exploit its popularity through phishing or malware injections, though such sites often have stronger defenses in place.
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Signs You're Dealing With an Online Scam
Scammers have devised new ways to deceive users, and what was relevant ten years ago may not be applicable today. In this post, we have compiled the most current types of online scams.
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
alphaMountain.ai
⚠️ Not recommended
BitDefender
Clean
CRDF
Clean
Google Safebrowsing
Clean
Phishing Database
Clean
Netcraft
Clean
Criminal IP
Clean
OpenPhish
Clean
ESET
Clean
CyRadar
Clean
Sophos
Clean
Z-library.sk blocked? Check the safety report created on January 17, 2026
How to block Z-library.sk?
Gridinsoft has the capability to block z-library.sk domain without requiring further user intervention.
Double-click on the gsam-en-install.exe file and follow the on-screen instructions to install the program.
Once the installation of Gridinsoft Anti-Malware is complete, the program will open on the Scan screen.
Click on the "Standard Scan" button.
After the scanning process is finished, click on "Clean Now" to remove any detected threats.
If prompted, restart your system to complete the removal process.
Exclusion
If you wish to visit a blocked "z-library.sk" and exclude it from being blocked, you can add it to the exclusions list. Here's how to do it:
Open Gridinsoft Anti-Malware;
Click the Tools tab;
Click the Ignore List;
Click the Internet vertical tab and press "Add...";
Enter "z-library.sk" and click Add button.
Now this domain should appear in your Ignore List.
Are You the Owner?
If you own Z-library.sk, 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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