dark web

Or Dark Web

[dahrk web]

noun

1. the portion of the internet that is intentionally hidden from search engines, uses masked IP addresses, and is accessible only with a special web browser: part of the deep web.

Word History and Origins

Origin of dark web¹

First recorded in 2000–05

Example Sentences

Researchers have suggested there is growing demand for these images online, particularly on the dark web, and that some are being created by children.

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His previous efforts to shine a light on fraudsters led to his Social Security number and personal information being released on the dark web, resulting in years of identity theft attempts, he said.

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Major data hacks have exposed millions of Americans’ personal information, which is now readily available for purchase on the dark web, Diana said.

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MI6 has launched its own dedicated portal on the dark web in the hope of attracting new spies online, notably from Russia.

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The Mail on Sunday first reported the files on the dark web - an area of internet that can only be accessed through particular software - hold details of eight RAF and Royal Navy bases as well as MoD staff names and emails.

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