Phishing URL Detector

When to use

Use this detector for triage of links from emails, DMs, fake invoices, and support impersonation attempts.

Example checks

• Check a password-reset link from an unexpected email.
• Review finance-related links before team approval.
• Scan urgent links in fake account suspension messages.

Trust signals checked

• Brand-impersonation wording in hostname/path.
• Credential-harvest style URL structure.
• Urgency + action keyword combinations in links.

Common errors and flags

• Lookalike domain with slight character substitution.
• Misleading subdomain that imitates a known brand.
• URL path crafted to mimic login or recovery pages.

FAQ

Can this detect every phishing attack?

No checker can catch everything. This tool provides fast pattern-based detection for early risk triage.

Should we block all high-risk links?

High-risk links should be quarantined for security review before any user interaction.

How is this different from URL Safety Checker?

URL Safety Checker is broad trust screening. Phishing URL Detector focuses specifically on impersonation and credential-theft patterns.