To summarize, the keyword currently serves as a warning sign rather than a legitimate service. While the intention may be to verify age or unlock content, the execution is almost always a scam designed to extract money or personal data.

A: You likely allowed browser notifications from the scam site. Go to your browser settings > Notifications > Remove any entry related to “thisav” or “av com.”

ThisAV, a major pornography sharing platform, underwent a significant shift in verified ownership in January 2025 when FANZA acquired the domain, leading to its rebranding as MissAV. Historically facing security certificate issues, the site's "verified" status now aligns with stricter regulatory demands for age assurance, while also involving user-level content verification, similar to trust-signaling mechanisms on professional platforms. For more information, read the Wikipedia entry at Wikipedia . Verifications on your LinkedIn profile | LinkedIn Help

Objective

Ensure you aren't on a phishing site (e.g., this-av.com or thissav.com ).