blurb.com operates primarily as a content publishing platform, focusing on self-publishing books. Blurb is an online platform that allows individuals to create, publish, and sell their own print and ebooks, as well as magazines. It provides tools for book design, printing, and distribution. It is operated by Blurb, Inc..
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into e-commerce and marketplaces, providing a broader range of services.
self-publishingbook publishingebooksprint on demandcreative toolsphotography books
Well Established
blurb.com is a well-established platform operated by Blurb, Inc.. Top 10,000 global website, 27 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 10,000 global website27 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While blurb.com is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
File Hosting
blurb.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.
Document Hosting
blurb.com
hosts documents and pages shared via links. Because the domain is trusted, links pass through email spam filters easily. Attackers exploit this to host fake invoices, login pages, or malware download prompts.
User-Generated Content
blurb.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.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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{
"domain": "blurb.com",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "content_publishing",
"specialization": "Self-Publishing Books",
"secondary_purposes": [
"ecommerce",
"marketplace"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Platform for creating, publishing, and selling books and magazines",
"summary": "Blurb is an online platform that allows individuals to create, publish, and sell their own print and ebooks, as well as magazines. It provides tools for book design, printing, and distribution.",
"operator": "Blurb, Inc.",
"parent_entity": null,
"topics": [
"self-publishing",
"book publishing",
"ebooks",
"print on demand",
"creative tools",
"photography books"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": false,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": true
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "1998-03-26",
"rank": 8754,
"hosting_provider": "PDX"
}
}