163.com operates primarily as a multi-purpose portal, focusing on chinese internet portal. 163.com is the main web portal for NetEase, one of China's largest internet and video game companies. It offers a wide range of services including email, news, online gaming, e-commerce, and cloud services. It is operated by NetEase, Inc..
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into email services, news & media, gaming, and e-commerce, providing a broader range of services.
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163.com is a well-established platform operated by NetEase, Inc.. Top 1,000 global website, 28 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
While 163.com is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
163.com allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
163.com provides "Sign in with..." authentication for third-party websites. Attackers create fake login pages that look identical to the real one. Always check the URL bar shows the exact correct domain before entering your password.
163.com hosts content created by its users, not the platform operator. Individual posts, profiles, or pages may contain scams, misinformation, or phishing attempts that the platform hasn't yet detected or removed.
163.com allows users to create custom addresses like "anything.163.com". An address like "paypal-secure.163.com" may look official but is actually controlled by whoever registered that subdomain—not NetEase, Inc..
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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{
"domain": "163.com",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "multi_purpose_portal",
"specialization": "Chinese Internet Portal",
"secondary_purposes": [
"email_service",
"news_media",
"gaming",
"ecommerce"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Major Chinese internet portal and technology company",
"summary": "163.com is the main web portal for NetEase, one of China's largest internet and video game companies. It offers a wide range of services including email, news, online gaming, e-commerce, and cloud services.",
"operator": "NetEase, Inc.",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"internet portal",
"email",
"news",
"gaming",
"e-commerce",
"cloud services",
"China"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": true,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": true,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": false
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "1997-09-15",
"rank": 414,
"hosting_provider": "NETEASE-NETWORK NetEase Building No.16 Ke Yun Road"
}
}