TripAdvisor

🚨 Heavily Impersonated

Travel · Founded 2000

TripAdvisor is the world's largest travel review platform, with reviews for hotels, restaurants, and attractions worldwide.

Trust Score

out of 10

Our Verdict

TripAdvisor is a legitimate platform but has struggled with fake review integrity. Cross-reference reviews with Google Maps and other sources.

This is a legitimate company that is frequently impersonated by scammers. Verify all communications carefully.

TripAdvisor has faced criticism for fake reviews and has struggled with removing fraudulent listings. It was fined in Italy for fake review issues.

• Fake positive reviews purchased by businesses to boost ratings
• Fake TripAdvisor "winner" notifications requesting payment for "award" certificates

⚠ TripAdvisor "award" notification asking for payment

⚠ Reviews that are all 5-star with similar generic language

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