Notepad++ Contests Copycat Site Using Its Branding, Warns of Potential Malware Risks
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Notepad++ project appeals for help taking down a lookalike website notepad[.]plus that closely imitates their branding and ranks high in search results.
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The unofficial site redirects to official Notepad++ downloads currently but the developer alleges it has malicious ads and hidden agenda to siphon traffic.
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Community members argue the unofficial site's disclaimer and current lack of malware makes accusations seem excessive.
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There's debate whether reporting it as malicious is valid when presently it only uses branding without distributing malware.
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Getting software from official sources like notepad-plus-plus.org remains safer than third-parties which could turn rogue.