DF4IT Methodology
🧭 How We Score — DF4IT Risk Index Methodology
At Don’t Fall 4 It, every review includes a DF4IT Score — an independent metric estimating the likelihood that a product, service, or offer may cause financial loss, deception, or harm to consumers.
The DF4IT Score is not a legal verdict, but an evidence-based indicator derived from multiple publicly verifiable factors.
🌍 “How We Score” Table
⚙️ Core Evaluation Factors
| Factor | Description | Common Indicators | Typical % Range | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evidence (E) | Verifies the presence of real, verifiable proof behind claims or complaints. | Screenshots, receipts, verified purchases, duplicate reports. | 2–3 strong proofs = 70–80% · 5+ = 90–100%. | Heavier weight due to factual accuracy. |
| Corroboration (C) | Measures how widely the issue is confirmed across platforms. | Reddit, BBB, Trustpilot, forums, or media coverage. | 1 source = 30% · 2–3 = 60% · 4+ = 85–100%. | Consistency across independent sources strengthens it. |
| Behavior (B) | Detects recurring red flags or deception patterns. | Fake reviews, pressure tactics, hidden fees, domain changes. | Good conduct = 10–25% · Repeated deception = 75–100%. | Tracks long-term integrity. |
| Responsiveness (R) | Evaluates how the entity engages with criticism or complaints. | Fast, helpful replies = 80–100% · Delays = 40–60% · No reply = 0–10%. | Higher responsiveness reduces overall risk in the final formula. |
💬 “Why Responsiveness Reduces Risk”
Responsiveness acts as a balancing factor.
Many reports may appear negative, but if a business consistently answers, clarifies, or compensates users, that transparency should lower their total risk score.This inversion — expressed as (100 – R) — ensures the DF4IT Score rewards genuine accountability, not just reputation volume.
📊 Understanding the DF4IT Score
- 0 – 25 % → Low Risk – transparent operations, few or no complaints
- 26 – 50 % → Moderate – mixed reputation or limited verification
- 51 – 75 % → High – repeated red flags or unverified claims
- 76 – 100 % → Very High Risk – strong evidence of deceptive or loss-causing activity
⚖️ Disclaimer
The DF4IT Score reflects publicly available evidence, independent reports, and observable behavior at the time of evaluation.
It should be interpreted as editorial analysis, not a legal judgment or financial guarantee.
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