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Security report for safenames.net

Safenames · Technology · United Kingdom

Low risk. 2 critical or high findings in GDPR outside view and SSL/TLS.

Security score

85/100

Risk levelLow

0–100, higher is better. How it is calculated

Safenames is a well-established UK-based company specializing in global domain registration, brand protection, hosting, and cybersecurity services. With over 25 years of experience, they serve a broad business audience seeking comprehensive domain and brand management solutions. Their market position is strong, supported by certifications such as ISO 9001 and ISO 27001, ICANN accreditation, and partnerships with DigiCert. The website reflects a professional and trustworthy brand with clear service offerings and client testimonials. Technically, the website is built on the Sitefinity CMS platform with modern JavaScript libraries and frameworks including Bootstrap and jQuery. It integrates multiple analytics and marketing tools such as Google Analytics, Hotjar, and HubSpot, indicating a mature digital infrastructure. The site is mobile-optimized and performs moderately well, with good SEO and accessibility basics. From a security perspective, Safenames demonstrates a solid posture with HTTPS enforced, security headers present, CAPTCHA on forms, and compliance with privacy regulations including GDPR. The presence of a cookie consent banner and detailed privacy and terms policies further support their compliance stance. No critical vulnerabilities or exposed sensitive data were detected. Overall, Safenames presents a low-risk profile with strong business credibility and a secure, compliant web presence. Strategic recommendations include adding a public vulnerability disclosure policy, enhancing accessibility features, and publishing explicit data protection officer contact details to further strengthen trust and compliance.

Scanned

NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
68/ 100 · Medium
Checks completed
7of 7

NIS2 Art. 21(2)

  1. (a) Risk analysis and security policies: Not visible from outside
  2. (b) Incident handling: One indicator
  3. (c) Business continuity, backups and crisis management: Not visible from outside
  4. (d) Supply chain security: Not visible from outside
  5. (e) Secure acquisition, development and maintenance, including vulnerability handling: Partly checked
  6. (f) Assessing the effectiveness of security measures: Not visible from outside
  7. (g) Cyber hygiene and security training: Not visible from outside
  8. (h) Cryptography and encryption: Partly checked
  9. (i) HR security, access control and asset management: One indicator
  10. (j) Multi-factor authentication and secured communications: Not visible from outside

This scan rated NIS2 with an earlier keyword method that is no longer shown; rescan for the per-article view. Risk management, continuity, supply chain, training, MFA, management oversight (Art. 20) and incident reporting (Art. 23) need internal evidence, and Guard cannot tell whether NIS2 applies to this organisation.

GDPR is indicative only, based on publicly visible signals: Articles 7, 12, 13 and 32 of Regulation (EU) 2016/679 and Article 5(3) of the ePrivacy Directive. Not a certification or legal assessment.

Priority findings

2 findings rated critical or high. Fix these first.

  1. GDPR outside view

    These are the privacy signals visitors and data protection authorities look for under GDPR.

    • High

      No Cookie Policy found

      GDPR requires clear information about cookie usage

      What to do: Add a dedicated cookie policy explaining cookie usage and purposes

  2. SSL/TLS

    TLS encrypts the connection and proves the site is really yours. Weak or expiring certificates trigger browser warnings and put traffic at risk.

    • High

      Weak Protocols Supported

      Server supports weak protocols: TLSv1.1

      What to do: Disable TLS 1.0, TLS 1.1, and all SSL versions

      • CWE-327
      • OWASP A04:2025
      • ASVS V12.1.1

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  • Exposed services
  • Third-party trackers
  • Security score drift

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Results by check

Each check with its score, findings and the evidence it collected.

How this score is calculated

The security score runs 0–100, higher is better. It is the plain average of the security checks that completed in this scan, each counted equally. A check that could not run is left out: it counts neither as a pass nor as a fail.

Counted in this score

SSL/TLS
72
Security headers
80
Email security
98
DNS health
90
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
68
Average
85

Not counted

  • NIS2 outside view: Re-weights evidence from the TLS, email, DNS, network and hygiene checks, so counting it would count that evidence twice. Shown on its own.
  • OffSeq Observations: An AI reading of the site, useful context but not reproducible evidence. Shown on its own.

Findings that cap the score at 49

Each of these is serious on its own, so while any is present the site cannot rate better than high risk, however good the other checks are.

  • The certificate is not trusted by browsers
  • The website is not served over HTTPS
  • A database, remote desktop, file-sharing or Telnet service is reachable from the internet
  • The page loads a script from a compromised source
  • The domain registration has expired
  • SPF authorises every server to send mail as the domain

Partial scans

When the site blocks Guard or most checks cannot run, the score covers only the checks that ran (usually DNS and email), is capped at 75 and is shown as partial, without a risk level.

Risk levels

  • Critical0–25
  • High26–49
  • Medium50–75
  • Low76–100

Breach exposure

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Dark web exposure

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Technical appendix

Business context, site observations and technical notes gathered during the scan, and the standards behind each reference.

Business context

Business profile

Safenames operates in the technology sector, focusing on domain name management and brand protection services. Their business model is B2B, targeting enterprises and organizations requiring domain portfolio management, cybersecurity, and hosting solutions. The company leverages long-standing industry experience and certifications to maintain competitive advantage. Their partnership ecosystem includes ICANN and DigiCert, enhancing credibility. Revenue streams likely include domain registration fees, hosting services, SSL certificates, and brand protection packages. The company demonstrates growth through continuous service expansion and client testimonials. Strategic observations highlight a focus on customized solutions and dedicated account management, positioning Safenames as a trusted partner in domain security and management.

Security posture

Safenames exhibits a mature security posture with enforced HTTPS, comprehensive security headers, and ISO 27001 certification. The website employs CAPTCHA verification on contact forms to mitigate automated abuse. Privacy compliance is evident through cookie consent mechanisms and detailed policies. No exposed credentials or vulnerable libraries were identified. The use of Incapsula WAF adds an additional security layer. However, the absence of a public vulnerability disclosure or security.txt file and lack of explicit data protection officer contact information represent minor compliance gaps. Incident response channels are available via abuse reporting. Overall, the security culture appears robust with room for incremental improvements to transparency and accessibility.

Recommendations

  1. Publish a public vulnerability disclosure policy or security.txt file to encourage responsible reporting.
  2. Add explicit contact information for the Data Protection Officer to enhance GDPR compliance.
  3. Improve website accessibility features to meet higher standards and broaden user inclusivity.
  4. Regularly audit and update third-party scripts and libraries to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
  5. Enhance transparency around data retention policies and user privacy practices.

Contact details published on the site

Addresses
Legal name
Safenames Ltd
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
Safenames
Description
Safenames has been a leading provider of global domain name registration and management services for businesses since 1999. They provide domain strategy to protect and promote customers' brands and revenue.
Key services
Domain Services, Domain Management, Domain Acquisition, Brand Protection, SSL Certificates, Hosting Solutions, Bot Mitigation, Security & Performance Services
Content quality
good
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
JavaScript, jQuery, Bootstrap, Google Analytics, Google Tag Manager, Hotjar, HubSpot, Sitefinity CMS, Popper.js
Frameworks
Sitefinity 13.3
Platforms
Web
Performance
moderate
Mobile
good
Accessibility
basic
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
85/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • Cookie consent mechanism
  • CAPTCHA human verification on forms
  • Use of security certifications (ISO 27001)
  • Use of WAF (Incapsula script detected)

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Analytics, Hotjar, HubSpot Analytics
Tracking level
moderate
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Ad networks
Incapsula
Tracking pixels
Hotjar, HubSpot
Marketing tools
HubSpot
Transparency
good

Site quality

Design
good
User experience
good
Content relevance
good
Navigation
good
Professionalism
good
Trustworthiness
high

Key observations

  1. Website is professionally designed and content-rich.
  2. Strong focus on domain management and brand protection services.
  3. Multiple client testimonials and case studies enhance trust.
  4. Use of modern web technologies and analytics tools.
  5. Comprehensive contact options including forms with CAPTCHA.
  6. Clear privacy and cookie policies with consent mechanisms.
  7. Security certifications and compliance are prominently displayed.
  8. No signs of blocking or WAF challenges preventing access.
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built on the Sitefinity CMS platform version 13.3, utilizing modern front-end technologies such as Bootstrap, jQuery, and Popper.js. It integrates multiple analytics and marketing tools including Google Analytics, Hotjar, and HubSpot, indicating a sophisticated digital marketing infrastructure. Hosting appears to be managed via a Tier 3 data center near London, supporting reliable uptime and security. Performance is moderate with room for optimization. The site is mobile responsive and SEO optimized with proper meta tags and structured data (JSON-LD). Technical risks are minimal, though reliance on multiple third-party scripts necessitates ongoing security monitoring. Overall, the technical infrastructure supports the business needs effectively with opportunities for modernization and enhanced accessibility.
Standards and sources

Reference chips under each finding point to the standard, regulation or specification the finding relates to. They are taken from the official datasets below and mapped conservatively: a finding with no defensible link shows none. NIS2 and GDPR references mark where a finding is relevant evidence, not a compliance verdict. Implementing Regulation (EU) 2024/2690 binds digital infrastructure and digital service providers; for other entities it is the most detailed public reading of the Article 21 measures. WCAG, EN 301 549, European Accessibility Act and Web Accessibility Directive references name the requirement an automated accessibility rule relates to; they are not a conformance verdict.

Retrieved 2026-10-25

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