9 replies to this topic

[rin]

Hi, I was trying to register a domain and was at the domain configuration page whereby a ID protection add-on was offered. May I know if my identity would be protected if someone does a WHOIS on my website if I do not opt for this option? Thank you!

[Andy Johnson]

Hey Rin,

If you don't have ID Protection on a domain name, a whois search will tell people your name and address.

With it, will say your name, and eleven2's address.

[rin]

Hi Andy, is it possible not to show the name at all? Thanks!

[Tom Hall]

In case you haven't resolved this;

Whois protection is offered for personal use, it will mask your name and personal information.

For example, my domain name has Whois Protection:

http://who.is/whois/thomashall.me/

And this domain name doesn't:

http://who.is/whois/...paulkeenan.com/

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As you can see, my second domain name "RossPaulKeenan.com" shows my name, contact details etc.

If you plan on registering your domain name for business use you should not have Whois Protection.

Hope this helps you!

[linux7]

In case you haven't resolved this;

Whois protection is offered for personal use, it will mask your name and personal information.

For example, my domain name has Whois Protection:

http://who.is/whois/thomashall.me/

And this domain name doesn't:

http://who.is/whois/...paulkeenan.com/

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As you can see, my second domain name "RossPaulKeenan.com" shows my name, contact details etc.

If you plan on registering your domain name for business use you should not have Whois Protection.

Hope this helps you!

Usful advice thanks

[Sherwin Flight]

It's important to note as well that the registries require that you enter the correct information, and it can cause you some problems if you put incorrect information.

If you do not want your information protected you need to purchase some sort of domain privacy service, like ID Protect.

DO NOT just use fake information. It may be possible to lose your domain, since the domain belongs to the person listed in the WHOIS database.

[peleus]

Just to verify here. Is there an extra cost for the ID protection? So but reading on the posts, I can't seem to find a clear answer.

[Kasgel]

WHOIS Protection looks costing $25/year more. You can see the banner in the bottom of the Domains page saying that.

[Tom Hall]

WHOIS Protection is free with Namecheap.com!

[linux7]

WHOIS Protection is free with Namecheap.com!

For a year I think then you have to pay for it.