fb.com operates primarily as a social network, focusing on general social networking. fb.com is the official short domain for Facebook, a global social networking service. It allows users to connect with friends and family, share updates, photos, and videos, and join groups. It is operated by Meta Platforms, Inc., a subsidiary of Meta Platforms, Inc..
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into messaging platforms, content publishing, and marketplaces, providing a broader range of services.
social mediasocial networkonline communityphoto sharingmessaging
Highly Established
fb.com is a well-established platform operated by Meta Platforms, Inc.. Top 1,000 global website, 35 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 1,000 global website35 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While fb.com is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
Identity Provider
fb.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.
User-Generated Content
fb.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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Developer API
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{
"domain": "fb.com",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "social_network",
"specialization": "General Social Networking",
"secondary_purposes": [
"messaging",
"content_publishing",
"marketplace"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Official short domain for the Facebook social network",
"summary": "fb.com is the official short domain for Facebook, a global social networking service. It allows users to connect with friends and family, share updates, photos, and videos, and join groups.",
"operator": "Meta Platforms, Inc.",
"parent_entity": "Meta Platforms, Inc.",
"topics": [
"social media",
"social network",
"online community",
"photo sharing",
"messaging"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"is_file_host": false,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": true,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": false
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "1990-05-22",
"rank": 697,
"hosting_provider": "FACEBOOK"
}
}