How to Hide Your Personal Details in the WHOIS Database IntroductionIn this article, you will learn how to hide your personal information from the public WHOIS database. Enabling WHOIS Privacy Protection helps you keep your name, address, and contact details private. Enable WHOIS Privacy ProtectionFollow these steps to enable privacy protection for your domain on BigCloudy:Please log in to your client area: loginFrom the main dashboard, click on Domain.Select your domain name.Click on three dots and select manage domain Click on addons.Enabled ID Protection Tip: After enabling privacy, your personal details are replaced with proxy information. Use a Third‑Party WHOIS Proxy ServiceIf your registrar does not support WHOIS Privacy, you can use a proxy or trust service:Search for a reputable WHOIS proxy provider.Sign up and configure your domain’s contact details to use the proxy.Update your domain’s Registrant, Admin, and Tech contact values with the proxy details.Verify that the WHOIS lookup now displays proxy information.Tip: After enabling privacy, your personal details are replaced with proxy information. What WHOIS Privacy ProtectsWhen you enable privacy protection, the following details are hidden:Your full nameYour physical addressYour phone numberYour email addressTip: After enabling privacy, your personal details are replaced with proxy information. NotesSome domain extensions do not support WHOIS Privacy (for example, certain country‑code TLDs such as .in, .us, .ca may not allow privacy). Always check your TLD rules before purchasing privacy protection.GDPR rules may partially mask WHOIS data for EU-based registrants, but email addresses or other details may still appear depending on registrar and registry policies. Need Help? If you require assistance at any point while using this guide, our Support Team is here to help: Email: support@bigcloudy.com Submit a support ticket ConclusionYou can protect your personal information by enabling WHOIS Privacy Protection or using a proxy service. Following the steps in this guide ensures your details remain safe and hidden in the public WHOIS database. FAQ Does WHOIS Privacy hide my email address?Yes, most privacy services replace your real email with a proxy email provided by the registrar or proxy service. Is WHOIS Privacy free?It depends on the registrar. Some registrars include WHOIS privacy for free, while others charge an additional fee. Does WHOIS Privacy affect SEO or website performance?No. Enabling WHOIS Privacy does not affect your site’s search ranking or performance. Can I hide WHOIS details for all domain extensions?No. Some country‑code domains and specific gTLDs do not support privacy protection. Tagged:DocImageOptimize
