pdf-unlock[.]com
“Remove PDF Password - Free & Secure | PDF Unlock Online”
2/2 VT
URLQuery: 3
Active
Mar 16, 2026
3 Blocklists
US
US
62
Threat
PhishDestroy AI
HIGH
PhishDestroy has identified pdf-unlock[.]com as a domain exhibiting suspicious signs consistent with phishing, though it currently has no detection flags from security vendors. Phishing is a deceptive attack where malicious actors impersonate legitimate services to steal personal information such as passwords, financial data, or login credentials. Users encountering this domain should be aware that it might attempt to exploit trust through fake offers or services.
This domain, registered recently and resolving to an IP address in the range of cloud providers, appears to leverage the lure of unlocking PDF files—a common task that might entice victims to enter confidential data or download harmful content. Phishing sites often mimic real tools or services to trick users into providing sensitive information or installing malware, making vigilance critical. The absence of detections by VirusTotal does not guarantee safety, as new malicious domains frequently evade initial scans.
If you have visited pdf-unlock[.]com, it is recommended to avoid submitting any personal or financial information and to monitor accounts for unusual activity. Users should run full antivirus scans, change passwords if any credentials were input, and report suspicious emails or messages that may have prompted the visit. Staying informed and cautious can help prevent falling victim to emerging phishing threats like pdf-unlock[.]com.
This domain, registered recently and resolving to an IP address in the range of cloud providers, appears to leverage the lure of unlocking PDF files—a common task that might entice victims to enter confidential data or download harmful content. Phishing sites often mimic real tools or services to trick users into providing sensitive information or installing malware, making vigilance critical. The absence of detections by VirusTotal does not guarantee safety, as new malicious domains frequently evade initial scans.
If you have visited pdf-unlock[.]com, it is recommended to avoid submitting any personal or financial information and to monitor accounts for unusual activity. Users should run full antivirus scans, change passwords if any credentials were input, and report suspicious emails or messages that may have prompted the visit. Staying informed and cautious can help prevent falling victim to emerging phishing threats like pdf-unlock[.]com.
Threat Response Pipeline
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2026-03-16 15:25 UTC
Malicious · 2/2 engines
IP: 18.239.6.93
Spaceship, Inc. 10d old
Domain Intelligence
Domainpdf-unlock.com
Registrar Spaceship, Inc. (US)
Spaceship, Inc. (US)IP Address18.239.6.93 Seattle, US · AS16509 Amazon.com, Inc.
Seattle, US · AS16509 Amazon.com, Inc.RegistrationCreated Mar 14, 2026 (10d · Very New!)
Nameserverslaunch1.spaceship.net · launch2.spaceship.net
Page TitleRemove PDF Password - Free & Secure | PDF Unlock Online
First DetectedMar 16, 2026
Case IDPD-20260316-845769
HTTP Status200
Detected Technologies
Amazon Web Services
Unpkg
Amazon S3
Amazon CloudFront
Detected via Cloudflare Radar · Wappalyzer engine
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VirusTotal Analysis
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Site Performance Analysis
Google PageSpeed Insights — mobile performance audit of pdf-unlock.com · checked Mar 16, 2026
73
Needs Work
Performance
FCP
4.02s
First Contentful Paint
LCP
4.26s
Largest Contentful Paint
CLS
0
Cumulative Layout Shift
TBT
0ms
Total Blocking Time
SI
5.53s
Speed Index
Powered by Google PageSpeed Insights · Mobile strategy · Scores: 90-100 Good 50-89 Needs Work 0-49 Poor
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If you have interacted with this domain, entered personal information, or connected a cryptocurrency wallet — take immediate action. Below are resources to help you report the incident and protect yourself.
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About This Report: pdf-unlock.com
This domain security report for pdf-unlock.com is maintained by PhishDestroy's automated threat intelligence pipeline. Our system continuously monitors this domain across 2 security vendors on VirusTotal, 3 public blocklists, URLScan.io.
The site displays a page titled “Remove PDF Password - Free & Secure | PDF Unlock Online”.
pdf-unlock.com has been flagged by 2 security vendors as of March 25, 2026.
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Recommendations & Advice for Victims
An estimated $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 (source). If you interacted with pdf-unlock.com — act now.
What should I do immediately?
Urgent
- Revoke token approvals — use revoke.cash to remove access granted to malicious smart contracts
- Move remaining funds to a brand-new wallet. The compromised wallet is no longer safe
- Change all passwords — email, exchange accounts, anything that shares the same password
- Enable 2FA using an authenticator app (not SMS). Disable SMS-based recovery
- Freeze cards if you entered banking details on the phishing site
What information should I collect for my report?
FBI guidelines
According to the FBI, the most important details are transaction data:
- Cryptocurrency addresses — scammer's wallet (e.g.,
0x5856...35985) - Amount & crypto type — exact amount (e.g., 1.02345 ETH, 0.5 BTC, 500 USDT)
- Transaction ID (hash) — the unique blockchain transaction identifier
- Exact dates & times — of each transaction and first contact with scammer
- Screenshots — scam website, chat messages, emails, wallet transactions, social media
- All URLs & domains used by the scammer (including
pdf-unlock.com) - Communications — emails, texts, phone numbers, usernames the scammer used
Even if you don't have all details — file a report anyway. Partial information still helps investigations.
Where should I report the scam?
- FBI IC3 — Internet Crime Complaint Center (US federal reporting)
- Europol — European cybercrime reporting (EU)
- Chainabuse — flag scam wallets across exchanges & platforms
- Your crypto exchange — contact Coinbase/Binance/Kraken support to freeze scammer's address
- Local police — creates an official record, even if they can't act immediately
The FBI recovered over $1 billion in crypto fraud in 2024 thanks to victim reports. Your report matters.
How do crypto scams typically work?
- Fake websites — pixel-perfect clones of legitimate sites with slightly altered domains
- Malicious approvals — "connect wallet" prompts that grant unlimited token spending to attackers
- Pig butchering — trust built over weeks via Telegram/WhatsApp/dating apps, then money stolen
- Recovery scams — victims targeted AGAIN by fake "recovery agents" demanding upfront fees. Always a scam
- Fake ads & airdrops — Google/social media ads and "free token" offers leading to wallet drainers
- AI-powered scams — deepfakes, automated phishing, and AI-generated sites making fraud harder to detect
How can I protect myself in the future?
- Use a hardware wallet (Ledger, Trezor). Never store large amounts in browser wallets
- Bookmark official sites — never click links from emails, DMs, or ads
- Read every approval — verify permissions before signing. Reject unlimited approvals
- Verify domains — check on PhishDestroy before interacting. Check HTTPS, spelling, domain age
- "Too good to be true" = scam — guaranteed returns, celebrity endorsements, urgent deadlines
How big is the crypto scam problem?
- $51 billion flowed to illicit crypto wallets in 2024 — CoinLedger
- Pig butchering losses grew 40% year over year, now the fastest-growing fraud type
- Only ~5% of victims report — your report helps shut down criminal networks
- FBI recovered $1B+ in 2024 thanks to victim reports — FBI.gov
Sources: FBI · CoinLedger · WorldMetrics