itch.io operates primarily as a developer platform, focusing on indie game distribution. itch.io is an open marketplace for independent video game developers to publish, showcase, and sell their creations. It also serves as a platform for players to discover and download unique indie games, often with a pay-what-you-want model. It is operated by itch.io.
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into marketplaces and content publishing, providing a broader range of services.
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itch.io is a well-established platform operated by itch.io. Top 10,000 global website, 14 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
While itch.io is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
itch.io 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.
itch.io 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.
itch.io 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.
itch.io allows users to create custom addresses like "anything.itch.io". An address like "paypal-secure.itch.io" may look official but is actually controlled by whoever registered that subdomain—not itch.io.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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URLert analyzed recent scan activity for itch.io and found 9 results.
| Status | Target URL | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Suspicious | https://obamas-alizard.itch.io/ | 6 days ago |
| Clean | https://voidwaygames.itch.io/misidezero | 1 week ago |
| Clean | https://api.itch.io/games/266568/uploads | 1 week ago |
| Clean | https://matilda53342.itch.io/dt-f-wife-part-5scaivwk | 3 weeks ago |
| Clean | https://greenkraken.itch.io/ | 3 weeks ago |
| Clean | https://gdarchives.itch.io/2-206a | 3 weeks ago |
| Clean | https://ipodtouch0218.itch.io/nsmb-mariovsluigi | 12/11/2025 |
| Clean | https://devstudiov2.itch.io/ | 12/8/2025 |
| Suspicious | https://npwzc160.itch.io/dmsqqnzvc | 12/4/2025 |
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