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  4. Can I Disable WHOIS Privacy Anytime?
Updated on February 7, 2026
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  • Folder icon closed Folder open iconDomain Management
    • How can I register a new domain with BigCloudy?
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    • How to Hide Your Personal Details in the WHOIS Database
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    • Is Domain Privacy Required for All Domain Extensions?
    • Can I Disable WHOIS Privacy Anytime?

Can I Disable WHOIS Privacy Anytime?

Introduction

In this article, you will learn whether you can disable WHOIS privacy at any time and what happens when you turn it off.

Can You Disable WHOIS Privacy Anytime?

Yes, you can disable WHOIS privacy whenever you want. Most domain registrars allow you to turn the privacy setting on or off from your account dashboard.
Tip: Once disabled, your personal contact details may become visible in the public WHOIS database within minutes.

How to Disable WHOIS Privacy

Follow these steps to turn off WHOIS privacy:

  1. Please log in to your client area: login
  2. From the main dashboard, click on Domain.
  3. Select your domain name
  4. Click on the three dots and select Manage Domain
WHOIS privacy settings screen showing the option to enable protection.
WHOIS privacy settings screen showing the option to enable protection.
5. Click on Addons.
6. Disable ID Protection.
WHOIS privacy toggle being disabled.

Notes

  • Disabling WHOIS privacy exposes your personal details (name, email, phone number) to the public WHOIS database proceed with caution.
  • Some domain extensions require mandatory privacy and cannot be disabled (e.g., certain GDPR-protected ccTLDs).
  • WHOIS records may take 24–72 hours to fully update globally due to caching.
  • If you disable privacy and re-enable it later, previously exposed data may remain visible in third-party WHOIS lookup archives.

Need Help?

If you require assistance at any point while using this guide, our Support Team is here to help:
  • mail Email: support@bigcloudy.com
  • website Submit a support ticket

Conclusion

You can control your domain’s visibility by enabling or disabling WHOIS Privacy Protection at any time. Be aware that disabling privacy exposes your contact information, so proceed carefully.

FAQ

Will my information show immediately after disabling privacy?
Yes, WHOIS databases typically update within minutes.
No, it only changes your public domain contact visibility.

Activation is instant once your payment is completed. You’ll receive your login details immediately via email.

Can I enable privacy again later?
Yes, you can turn WHOIS privacy back on at any time.

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