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Security report for writesonic.com

Writesonic · Technology · N/a

Low risk. 2 critical or high findings in Security headers and SSL/TLS.

Security score

82/100

Risk levelLow

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

Writesonic is a technology company specializing in AI-powered SEO and content optimization solutions. Their platform offers advanced AI visibility tracking across multiple AI platforms including ChatGPT, enabling businesses to monitor and improve their brand presence in emerging AI search environments. The company targets marketers and enterprises seeking to leverage AI for SEO automation, content creation, and optimization. Founded in 2021, Writesonic has positioned itself as a modern SaaS provider with a comprehensive suite of AI-driven tools. Technically, the website is built on Webflow CMS and integrates a robust set of analytics and marketing technologies such as Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, Mixpanel, and various advertising pixels. The site is well-optimized for performance, mobile responsiveness, and SEO, reflecting a mature digital infrastructure. Hosting and DNS services are managed via Cloudflare, enhancing security and performance. From a security perspective, Writesonic employs HTTPS with strong SSL configuration and implements a detailed cookie consent mechanism compliant with GDPR. Security headers are present, and bot protection cookies are used to mitigate automated threats. However, the site lacks publicly disclosed security policies or incident response contacts, which could be improved to enhance transparency and trust. Overall, Writesonic demonstrates a strong security posture and digital maturity with no critical vulnerabilities detected. The domain registration data aligns well with the company's profile, supporting legitimacy. Strategic recommendations include enabling DNSSEC, publishing security and incident response policies, and adding a vulnerability disclosure program to further strengthen security governance.

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NIS2 and GDPR posture

GDPR outside view
100/ 100 · Low
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. Security headers

    Security headers are instructions your web server sends to every visitor’s browser. Missing ones leave visitors more exposed to attacks such as clickjacking and injected scripts.

    • High

      Missing X-Frame-Options header

      Prevents clickjacking attacks

      What to do: Add "X-Frame-Options: DENY" or "X-Frame-Options: SAMEORIGIN"

  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 SSL Key Length

      SSL certificate uses 256-bit key, which is considered weak

      What to do: Use at least 2048-bit RSA or 256-bit ECC key

      • CWE-326
      • OWASP A04:2025
      • Mozilla TLS: Mozilla Server Side TLS 6.0 intermediate: rsa_key_size 2048

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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
75
Security headers
45
Email security
85
DNS health
85
Network security
100
GDPR outside view
100
Average
82

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

Technical appendix

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

Business context

Business profile

Writesonic operates in the competitive AI and SEO technology market, offering unique AI visibility tracking capabilities that differentiate it from traditional SEO tools. Their SaaS business model focuses on subscription-based revenue streams targeting digital marketers, SEO professionals, and enterprises. The company leverages partnerships with major analytics and advertising platforms to enhance its marketing reach. Growth indicators include active content marketing via blogs, case studies, and a comprehensive help center. Writesonic's strategic focus on AI-powered automation positions it well for future market expansion as AI search platforms proliferate.

Security posture

The website exhibits a mature security posture with HTTPS enforced, security headers implemented, and a comprehensive cookie consent mechanism supporting GDPR compliance. Use of bot mitigation cookies from Cloudflare and PerimeterX indicates proactive defense against automated threats. However, the absence of published security policies, incident response contacts, or vulnerability disclosure mechanisms represents a compliance gap. No exposed sensitive data or vulnerable libraries were detected. The security score is high but could be improved by enhancing transparency and formalizing security governance documentation.

Recommendations

  1. Enable DNSSEC to strengthen DNS security and prevent spoofing.
  2. Publish a dedicated security policy page outlining security practices and commitments.
  3. Establish and publicize an incident response contact channel (e.g., security@writesonic.com).
  4. Implement a vulnerability disclosure or bug bounty program to encourage responsible reporting.
  5. Regularly audit and update third-party scripts and libraries to mitigate potential vulnerabilities.
Site observations

Automated reading of the public site. Ratings are indicative.

Business

Company
Writesonic
Description
Writesonic provides an AI Search Visibility Tracking and Optimization Platform that tracks AI visibility across ChatGPT and 10+ AI platforms, monitors mentions, fixes citation gaps, creates and refreshes content, and targets Reddit & UGC forums. It offers a complete GEO platform from tracking to action to results.
Key services
AI Visibility Tracking, AI Visibility Action Center, AI Search Volume Explorer, Content Strategy, Content Creation, Content Optimization, SEO AI Agent, SEO Audit and Fixes
Content quality
excellent
Branding
consistent

Technology

Stack
Webflow CMS, Google Tag Manager, Google Analytics, Microsoft Clarity, Mixpanel, TikTok Pixel, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, Reddit Pixel, Cloudflare DNS
Frameworks
Webflow
Platforms
Web
Performance
fast
Mobile
excellent
Accessibility
good
SEO
good

Security

Observed score
90/100
Good practices seen
  • HTTPS enforced
  • ClientTransferProhibited domain status
  • Cookie consent with granular controls
  • Use of bot protection cookies (Cloudflare, PerimeterX)

Analytics and tracking

Services
Google Analytics, Mixpanel, Microsoft Clarity, Plausible Analytics
Tracking level
extensive
Privacy practices
good

Advertising

Ad networks
Google Ads, TikTok Ads, Facebook Ads, LinkedIn Ads, Reddit Ads, Microsoft Advertising
Tracking pixels
Mixpanel, Microsoft Clarity, TikTok Pixel, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag, Reddit Pixel
Marketing tools
Mixpanel, Microsoft Clarity, CookieYes
Transparency
good

Site quality

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

Key observations

  1. Website is fully accessible with no blocking or WAF challenges.
  2. Comprehensive cookie consent mechanism with granular controls is implemented.
  3. Use of multiple reputable analytics and marketing tools indicates mature digital marketing.
  4. No exposed sensitive data or security vulnerabilities detected in the HTML content.
  5. WHOIS data supports legitimacy and transparency of the domain ownership.
  6. No direct contact emails or phone numbers found in the HTML; contact is via forms.
  7. No explicit security or incident response policies published on the site.
  8. Website is professionally designed, mobile optimized, and SEO friendly.
Technical notes

Notes

The website is built on the Webflow CMS platform, leveraging modern web technologies and integrating multiple third-party analytics and marketing tools. Performance is optimized with fast loading times and excellent mobile responsiveness. SEO best practices are followed with proper meta tags, canonical URLs, and structured data. Accessibility features are present but could be further enhanced. Hosting and DNS are managed via Cloudflare, providing CDN and security benefits. The technical stack is modern and well-maintained, supporting a professional and scalable online presence.
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

Earlier scans of this domain

  1. 74/100 −2Medium26 findingsView report
  2. 76/100Low26 findingsView report
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