stackoverflow.com operates primarily as a knowledge base, focusing on programming q&a. Stack Overflow is a question and answer website for professional and enthusiast programmers. It is the flagship site of the Stack Exchange Network, providing a platform for users to ask and answer technical questions, and to vote on the quality of contributions. It is operated by Stack Overflow, a subsidiary of Prosus.
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into developer platforms and content publishing, providing a broader range of services.
programmingsoftware developmentQ&Adeveloper communitytechnical support
Highly Established
stackoverflow.com is a well-established platform operated by Stack Overflow. Top 1,000 global website, 22 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 1,000 global website22 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While stackoverflow.com is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
User-Generated Content
stackoverflow.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
Integrate Domain Intelligence
Access this classification data programmatically via our API.
GET /api/v1/classify?domain=stackoverflow.com
{
"domain": "stackoverflow.com",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "knowledge_base",
"specialization": "Programming Q&A",
"secondary_purposes": [
"developer_platform",
"content_publishing"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Q&A platform for professional and enthusiast programmers",
"summary": "Stack Overflow is a question and answer website for professional and enthusiast programmers. It is the flagship site of the Stack Exchange Network, providing a platform for users to ask and answer technical questions, and to vote on the quality of contributions.",
"operator": "Stack Overflow",
"parent_entity": "Prosus",
"topics": [
"programming",
"software development",
"Q&A",
"developer community",
"technical support"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"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": false
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "2003-12-26",
"rank": 482,
"hosting_provider": "CLOUDFLARENET"
}
}