snippet.host operates primarily as a developer platform, focusing on code snippet hosting. snippet.host is a web-based platform designed for hosting and sharing plain text and code snippets. It provides a minimalist interface where users can paste content, select syntax highlighting for various programming languages, and set expiration dates for their shared links. It is operated by snippet.host.
Historical and current IP address mappings for this domain.
| IP Address / Infrastructure | Status | Subdomains | Last Seen |
|---|---|---|---|
SPN South Park Networks LLC (AS214379) | Active | snippet.host | 1 day ago |
Real experiences from people who visited this domain
URLert analyzed recent scan activity for snippet.host and found 1 result.
| Status | Target URL | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Malicious | https://snippet.host/cmhyqs | 2w ago |
While snippet.host is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
snippet.host 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.
snippet.host 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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