Is golf.com a Scam or Legit?
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GOLF.com: Golf News, Golf Equipment, Instruction, Courses, Travel
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GOLF.com: Golf News, Golf Equipment, Instruction, Courses, Travel
Stay up to date on the latest golf news, gear, instruction and style from GOLF's expert writers, editors and Top 100 Teachers.
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Risk Indicators
No risk indicators detected
Positive sign for trustworthiness
Trust Indicators
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User Reviews & Ratings
2 reviewsGlobal Sentiment MetricsSentiment Metrics
golf.com Reviews & Rating Analysis
Based on the provided reviews, golf.com appears to have a mixed reputation. While some users report positive experiences with the website, offering praise for its informative content and coverage of golf-related topics, others have encountered significant issues. The negative reviews highlight concerns about unsolicited emails and a problematic returns/refund process. One reviewer mentioned receiving daily emails despite never signing up, suggesting potential problems with the website's email management and opt-out procedures. Additionally, another reviewer complained about a lengthy and unsatisfactory refund process, with the website not providing a full refund. Overall, the reviews present a somewhat divided picture of golf.com's trustworthiness and reputation. While the website seems to offer valuable golf-related information, the customer service and email management practices appear to be areas of concern for some users. Prospective visitors should weigh these mixed reviews and consider their personal preferences and expectations before engaging with the website.
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DNS & Hosting
Hosting Provider
Server Information
Network Infrastructure
Performance Metrics
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Domain Details
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Domain WHOIS Information
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Domain's Name Servers 2 servers
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Advanced Analysis
Discovered Subdomains:
| Subdomain | Country | Trust Rating | IP Address |
|---|---|---|---|
shop.golf.com Created: May 24, 1995 | United States | Low Risk Site | subscription.golf.co |
rss.golf.com Created: Dec 1, 2006 | United States | Low Risk Site | 157.166.249.119 |
subscription.golf.com Created: May 24, 1995 | United States | Low Risk Site | 104.18.174.240 |
courses.golf.com Created: May 24, 1995 | United States | Low Risk Site | 216.146.46.10 |
top100.golf.com Created: May 24, 1995 | United States | Low Risk Site | 52.207.7.115 |
IP Address History Timeline:
No Related Sites Found
No related websites were discovered for this domain
This indicates an isolated or independent web presence
Possibly Related Domains:
| Domain | Relationship | Status | Trust Score | Location | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Website Key Dates & Timeline
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We don't have enough historical data to generate a timeline for this domain yet. This information will become available as we collect more data over time.
Website Changes (Wayback Machine)
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Website change history data is not available for this domain.
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Facebook
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