Link Hijackery Techniques

A list of underhanded ways to manipulate URLs for nefarious purposes.

1. Typosquadding

Intentionally misspelling URLs to redirect users to your site.

2. Shorty McShortcutface

Using URL shortening services to hide your true intentions.

3. 301 Redirects to Nowhere

Redirecting users to a fake URL that looks like it's the real one, but isn't.

4. Phishing for Fools

Creating fake URLs that look like they're from a trusted source, but are actually just a scam.