Brand Scans

Running brand protection scans

Brand Scans

Brand scans search for threats to your brand identity.

Scan Types

Domain Scan

Searches for:

  • Typosquatting domains
  • Lookalike domains
  • Cybersquatting
  • Phishing domains

Social Media Scan

Searches for:

  • Impersonation accounts
  • Fake profiles
  • Trademark infringement
  • Brand mentions

Search Engine Scan

Searches for:

  • Unauthorized use of brand
  • Fake websites
  • Black SEO
  • Malicious content

Running a Scan

Quick Scan

  1. Go to IDBuddy > New Scan
  2. Select scan type
  3. Click "Start Scan"

Comprehensive Scan

  1. Configure all options
  2. Set scan depth
  3. Schedule if needed

Understanding Results

Risk Levels

  • High: Active threat requiring action
  • Medium: Potential threat
  • Low: Monitored item
  • Info: Awareness item

Actions

  • Report: Document the threat
  • Takedown: Request removal
  • Monitor: Continue watching
  • Ignore: False positive