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Complete Review birddogdistributing.com
Webshop Evaluation
In our Analysis we always check the Tranco ranking. In this case it was low. A low Tranco ranking means that the website has relatively few visitors. For a new website this is logical. The same is true for a highly specialized website. However if the website claims to be a large corporate or popular site, than warning flags should be raised.
This website is using an external review system. This means that reviews are collected by a third party such as Google, Trustpilot, Sitejabber or Resellerrating. While these reviews can still be manipulated (you can buy a fake review for a few dollars) it is less easy than just showing reviews directly on your website. We consider this a positive thing. Read our blog post "How to recognize fake reviews" to learn more.
We have identified that this website is showing one or more trust marks. Trust marks differ enormously in the value they actually have. Some trust marks are just logos. The webshop does not have to commit to any regulations or codes of conduct. They do not have any value. Especially SSL trust marks have little to no value. SSL certificates can be gotten for free and even the most expensive ones only check if a company actually exists (but nothing more). To check a trust mark, first click on it. If you are directed to a third party website, that is a good sign. The next step is to check what the trust mark actually represents. What kind of checks are being done, legally, technically or business-wise? If you like to know more, check out "Trust marks - which ones are real and which ones are fake".
Adult-oriented websites may include third-party trackers that can access your IP address, location, and even system hardware information. Adult websites are also vulnerable to data breaches and leaks, in addition to trackers. Some of these sites also use viruses and other malware to disseminate unauthorized content, which can lead to major legal issues. We advise using VPNs and exercising extreme caution when browsing pornographic websites.
The owner of this website has registered this domain name for a period longer then one year. This means he plans to continue his website for the foreseeable future. We increased the Trust Score of birddogdistributing.com as a result as most scammers never renew their domain name once the scam is public knowledge.
We discovered that the domain of this website has been registered several years ago. Websites of scammers are usually very new. Still, you have to be careful. Scammers nowadays also buy old and existing websites to start their malpractice. Checking a website for other scam signals remains essential.
Technical Evaluation
This webshop is offering payment methods that can be considered reasonably safe such as credit card and Paypal. These companies usually offer the option to get your money back in case the merchant does not deliver or the product has been broken during transportation. However, no payment method gives money back all the time. Make sure you file a complaint in time and be careful with the limitations your credit card or payment methods have set. Our blog post on Safe Payment Methods discusses all payment methods offered.
We found a valid SSL Certificate. An SSL certificate is used to secure communication between your computer and the website. There are different levels of SSL certification. A free one is also available and this one is used by online scammers. Still, not having an SSL certificate is worse than having one, especially if you have to enter your contact details.
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First analyzed: 2020-10-17 08:18:53.
Last updated: 2024-11-10 23:40:01
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