byvotes[.]live

The domain byvotes.live has been identified by PhishDestroy as a generic phishing threat. While it does not impersonate a specific brand or utilize a known crypto drainer kit, the site attempted to present itself as 'ByVotes'—a name likely intended to deceive users into submitting credentials or personal information. The domain is currently offline, but its prior operation posed a significant risk to visitors.

Technical indicators paint a clear picture of this domain's malicious intent. VirusTotal reports 0 detections out of 95 engines—meaning it had not been flagged by antivirus vendors at the time of analysis, which is common for newly registered phishing sites. The domain was registered through HOSTINGER operations, UAB on May 03, 2026, and resolves to IP address 188.114.97.3. It appears on 3 separate security blocklists, though Google Safe Browsing status has not been provided. Notably, the site lacked an SSL certificate, meaning any data sent to it was transmitted in plaintext, further endangering users.

Given that the domain is now offline, the immediate threat is mitigated, but the risk of similar domains appearing under the same registrar or IP range remains. Users who may have interacted with byvotes.live should monitor their accounts for unusual activity and change any passwords that may have been entered on the site. PhishDestroy continues to track this threat and will update its intelligence as new related domains emerge. For full safety, always verify URLs through PhishDestroy before entering sensitive information.