A fake website that copies your brand's name, logo, or design outright may be used to steal your customers' identity and financial information. Taking such a site down usually isn't a single application to one authority — it requires several parallel processes.
1. Report to the hosting provider
Identify the server hosting the site via a WHOIS lookup and file a complaint citing a violation of the "acceptable use policy" — most hosting providers act quickly against fraud/phishing use.
2. Report to the domain registrar
You can request suspension of access to the domain from the registrar it's registered with, citing trademark infringement or fraud.
3. Official reporting through İhbarWEB (for Turkey-based issues)
For sites operating in violation of Turkish regulations, İhbarWEB is the official channel. You can submit the site's address, IP information, and supporting evidence.
4. Report to browser safety lists
Reporting the site to systems like Google Safe Browsing warns users before they even enter the site — this isn't a takedown, but it reduces harm.
Why isn't a single application enough?
Once shut down, fake sites often reappear within hours under a new domain (a "mirror" site). This is why brands need up-to-date domain detection + continuous monitoring rather than a one-time complaint.
Achernar's Non-Compliant Domain Detection and Anti-Phishing services detect fake sites and new mirror domains impersonating your brand in real time, running systematic bulk reporting through our İhbarWEB Reporting service.