When you register a domain name, your personal information (such as name, address, phone number, and email) is stored in the public WHOIS database. This database is accessible to anyone, which can expose you to spam, unwanted solicitations, or even identity theft.
Domain Privacy Protection (also called WHOIS Guard) replaces your personal details with the information of a proxy service. This way, your domain remains registered to you, but your private data stays hidden from the public.
Benefits of Domain Privacy Protection
- Protects your personal information from being publicly visible.
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Reduces spam and unwanted contact by masking your email address.
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Prevents identity theft by hiding sensitive details.
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Maintains ownership rights — you remain the legal owner of the domain.
How to Enable Domain Privacy
- Log in to your Client Area.
- Go to Domains → My Domains.
- Select the domain you want to protect.
- Under Privacy Protection, toggle it ON.
- Your WHOIS details will be replaced with proxy information.
Tip: Domain Privacy Protection is available for most domain extensions (TLDs), but some country‑specific domains may not support it.
