Cult is an umbrella term that is somewhat indefinite, and used to depict unorthodox, extremist or false religions or sects who live outside of conventional society, generally under the strong direction of a charismatic leader. The focus of this category is on the general topic of cults, rather than as a place to list sites of various religions deemed to represent that of a cult.
Regular Websites
From a Christian perspective, the authors of this site seek to define what a cult is and provide more specific information about various religious organizations deemed to fit that description. - All About Cults
http://www.allaboutcults.org/
The International Cultic Studies Association is a research group that studies cult groups that manipulate and abuse people. The association helps people affected by cults and others interested in cults. The site's study guides help you learn about how cults work and how to resist them. - CSJ.org
http://www.csj.org/
Cultwatch is a para-church organization comprised of people from various Christian denominations that was established to help people trapped in cults, and to warn others about the dangers of cults before they become ensnared. Its site defines the terms, discusses how cults work, and lists several religious organizations that it deems to be cults. - Cultwatch
http://www.cultwatch.com/
Intended as a resource or support area for persons who have previously been members of a cult, general information about mind control and identifying a cult are offered here, along with specific information about various religious groups considered to be cults, and links to sites offering related information. - Ex-Cult Resource Center
http://www.ex-cult.org/
Fight Against Coercive Tactics Networks
F.A.C.T. Net is comprised of discussion areas, resources, and support for those who are in recovery from abusive practices of religions and cults. Included is a guide to cults, to cult recovery and, specifically, to Scientology. Its mission, history, and other information are presented here. - Fight Against Coercive Tactics Networks
http://www.factnet.org/
Holysmoke is a skeptic site, one that looks at issues of religious fraud, addressing the financial, emotional and intellectual harm that its authors view a having been caused by religious fraud and deceit. A variety of religious institutions are discussed, including cults, faith healers and creationists, and most particularly the Church of Scientology, but notably turning a tolerant eye toward Wicca and the occult. - Holy Smoke
http://www.holysmoke.org/
International Cultic Studies Association
The ICSA is a global, tax-exempt, network of individuals who share a concern about psychological manipulation and abuse in cultic groups, alternative movements, and other environments. Its mission is to apply research to the problem, educating the public and others through conferences, workshops, an electronic library, newsletter, research, networking opportunities, and a telephone information hotline. - International Cultic Studies Association
http://www.icsahome.com/
The RI provides an archives of information about destructive cults, controversial groups and movements. Includes news stories, research papers, reports, court documents, book excerpts, personal testimonies and links to relevant resources. - Ross Institute
http://www.rickross.com/