msdn.com operates primarily as a developer platform, focusing on developer resources. MSDN (Microsoft Developer Network) was a comprehensive resource for developers working with Microsoft technologies, offering documentation, tools, and community support. While much of its content has been integrated into learn.microsoft.com, msdn.com continues to redirect to Microsoft's developer-focused content. It is operated by Microsoft, a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into knowledge bases and content publishing, providing a broader range of services.
msdn.com is a well-established platform operated by Microsoft. Top 10,000 global website, 30 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 10,000 global website30 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While msdn.com is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
Document Hosting
msdn.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.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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Developer API
Integrate Domain Intelligence
Access this classification data programmatically via our API.
GET /api/v1/classify?domain=msdn.com
{
"domain": "msdn.com",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "developer_platform",
"specialization": "Developer Resources",
"secondary_purposes": [
"knowledge_base",
"content_publishing"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Microsoft's official developer network and resource hub",
"summary": "MSDN (Microsoft Developer Network) was a comprehensive resource for developers working with Microsoft technologies, offering documentation, tools, and community support. While much of its content has been integrated into learn.microsoft.com, msdn.com continues to redirect to Microsoft's developer-focused content.",
"operator": "Microsoft",
"parent_entity": "Microsoft Corporation",
"topics": [
"developer tools",
"software development",
"documentation",
"microsoft technologies",
"programming"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": false,
"is_file_host": false,
"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": "1995-08-17",
"rank": 4561,
"hosting_provider": "MICROSOFT-CORP-MSN-AS-BLOCK"
}
}