spoofsites

noun

UK /ˈspuːf.saɪts/

US /ˈspuːf.saɪts/

Fake websites that look real but are made to trick people.

The teacher warned us to check the address bar so we don't get fooled by spoofsites.

SYNONYMS

fake sites impostor sites copycat sites deceptive sites phishing sites

RELATED WORDS

scams phishing lookalikes fraud cybercrime

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Websites that imitate a trusted brand to steal personal information.

Banks often publish lists of known spoofsites to help customers stay safe.

3. Parody websites created for humor rather than harm.

Some spoofsites gently make fun of famous companies.

4. Copies of popular pages used to spread malware.

Clicking links in strange emails can lead to spoofsites that install viruses.