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636 similar domains registered in the last 90 days — possible typosquatting or phishing.
| Domain | Why it’s similar | Registered | Status | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| def.news | Typo | 29 Oct 2026 | Checking… | Report → |
| reg.news | Typo | 16 Oct 2026 | Checking… | Report → |
| r3f.to | Look-alike characters | 11 Oct 2026 | Checking… | Report → |
| ref.actor | Other extension | 7 Nov 2026 | Checking… | Report → |
| ref.beauty | Other extension | 7 Nov 2026 | Checking… | Report → |
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