Beware of Typosquatting
What Is Typosquatting?
Typosquatting, also known as URL hijacking, occurs when someone registers misspelled versions of a popular domain—often just one letter off. For example, instead of kawigraphics.com, someone might register kawgraphic.com or kawigraphicss.com.
These look-alike domains can be used for:
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Phishing scams – tricking users into revealing sensitive information
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Malware distribution
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Intercepting emails
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Redirecting traffic to competitors or malicious sites
Why It’s a Serious Threat
Imagine a client trying to reach your site but accidentally types a wrong version of your domain. They may land on a fraudulent site impersonating you. This can lead to:
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Loss of trust
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Brand damage
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Data breaches
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Revenue loss
How to Protect Your Brand Against Typosquatting
At Kawigraphics, we help you secure your digital footprint. Here's how you can stay protected:
1. Register Domain Variations
Lock down common misspellings and variations of your brand name. We make it easy to register multiple domains and manage them all under one dashboard.
2. Secure Your Emails
Typosquatted domains are often used to send fake emails. Avoid falling victim to email spoofing by using our professional email hosting with SPF, DKIM, and DMARC protections.
3. Use SSL Everywhere
Ensure your main site and all domain variations are SSL-secured. Get an SSL certificate to build trust and encrypt all data between you and your visitors.
4. Monitor & Report
Regularly check for suspicious domain registrations close to your brand name. Our team offers domain monitoring and proactive alerts to help you stay ahead.
Need Help? Kawigraphics Has You Covered
Whether you're just starting out or running a large business, Kawigraphics offers all-in-one solutions for:
Let us help you protect your brand from digital threats like typosquatting.
Stay Smart, Stay Safe Online
Typosquatting is a silent but dangerous threat to any online brand. With Kawigraphics by your side, you can proactively defend your digital presence and keep your users safe.
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