When you register a domain, your contact details such as name, address, email, and phone number are typically made publicly accessible through the WHOIS database, unless you enable privacy protection.
Here’s how you can hide your WHOIS domain information:
- Enable WHOIS Privacy Protection During Registration:
- When you register a domain, many domain registrars offer WHOIS privacy protection as an optional service. During the registration process, you’ll likely see an option to add privacy protection to your domain. This service often comes with an additional cost, but it helps protect your personal information.
- Purchase WHOIS Privacy as an Add-On:
- If you have already registered a domain without privacy protection, you may be able to add it later. Check with your domain registrar to see if they offer WHOIS privacy as an add-on service. If available, you can purchase and enable it through your domain management dashboard.
- Check and Update Domain Privacy Settings:
- Log in to your domain registrar’s website and access the domain management or settings section. Look for privacy or WHOIS privacy settings. If you’ve already enabled WHOIS privacy during registration, ensure that it is still active and up to date.
- Transfer to a Registrar with Built-in Privacy Protection:
- If your current domain registrar doesn’t offer WHOIS privacy protection or if the cost is too high, consider transferring your domain to a registrar that includes privacy protection as part of their standard service. Make sure to check their privacy policy and terms before making the transfer.
- Use a Domain Privacy Service:
- Some third-party services specialize in providing privacy protection for domain registrations. These services act as an intermediary, replacing your personal information in the WHOIS database with their own. Keep in mind that this option may have its own associated costs.
