web.de operates primarily as a email service, focusing on email and news portal. WEB.DE is one of Germany's largest internet portals, primarily known for its free and premium email services. It also provides news, search engine functionality, and cloud storage solutions to millions of users. It is operated by 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH, a subsidiary of United Internet AG.
web.de is a well-established platform operated by 1&1 Mail & Media GmbH. Top 100,000 global website, Unknown registration date. Standard web safety practices apply.
While web.de is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
web.de 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.
web.de 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.
web.de 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.
Historical and current IP address mappings for this domain.
| IP Address / Infrastructure | Status | Subdomains | Last Seen |
|---|---|---|---|
IONOS-AS IONOS SE (AS8560) | Active | web.de | 2 days ago |
IONOS-AS IONOS SE (AS8560) | Active | web.de | 2 days ago |
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{
"domain": "web.de",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "email_service",
"specialization": "Email and News Portal"
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Major German web portal and email service provider",
"summary": "WEB.DE is one of Germany's largest internet portals, primarily known for its free and premium email services. It also provides news, search engine functionality, and cloud storage solutions to millions of users.",
"operator": "1&1 Mail & Media GmbH",
"parent_entity": "United Internet AG",
"topics": [
"email",
"news",
"cloud storage",
"web portal"
]
},
"functions": {
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"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": true,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": true
},
"facts": {
"registered_date": null,
"rank": 1947,
"hosting_provider": "IONOS-AS IONOS SE"
}
}