Free Whois Privacy
Protect your personal information from spam, identity theft, and unwanted solicitation. Qoxy includes free Whois privacy with every domain registration or transfer—no hidden fees, ever.
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What Qoxy Protects:
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Street address
What Is Free Whois Privacy Protection?
Free Whois privacy replaces your personal contact information in public domain registration records with proxy contact details.
When you register a domain, registrars collect your name, email, phone number, and physical address. Without privacy protection, this information becomes publicly searchable through Whois lookup tools—exposing you to spam, identity theft, and unwanted solicitation.
Qoxy includes free Whois privacy protection with every domain registered or transferred to Qoxy. We mask your personal data by displaying Qoxy's proxy information instead of yours in public Whois databases. Your actual details remain private and secure, accessible only when legally required.
What Remains Visible
- Domain name
- Registrar name (Qoxy)
- Registration and expiration dates
- Name server information
What Gets Protected
- Full name
- Email address
- Phone number
- Street address
How Qoxy's Free Whois Privacy Works
Dual Record System
Qoxy maintains two sets of contact records: your private information (stored securely) and public proxy records (displayed in Whois databases).
Email Forwarding
Legitimate emails sent to your domain's proxy contact are automatically forwarded to your actual email with spam filtering applied.
Full Contact Protection
Privacy applies to all four contact types: registrant, administrative, technical, and billing—ensuring no personal information leaks.
Technical Implementation
Qoxy maintains two sets of contact records for your domain:
- Private records (your actual information) - stored securely in our encrypted systems, accessible only when legally required
- Public proxy records - Qoxy's generic contact information displayed in Whois databases worldwide
When legitimate contact is needed (e.g., legal notices, domain administration), Qoxy automatically forwards communications to your actual email address. Our forwarding system includes spam filtering to reduce unwanted contact attempts.
What Information Qoxy Protects
Qoxy's free Whois privacy shields all contact types in domain registration:
- Registrant contact (domain owner)
- Administrative contact (account manager)
- Technical contact (DNS administrator)
- Billing contact (payment handler)
Privacy protection applies to all four contact types simultaneously, ensuring no personal information leaks through any contact field.
Who Should Use Qoxy's Free Whois Privacy
Individual Website Owners
Get spam protection, reduced sales calls, and identity theft prevention without paying annual privacy fees.
Small Business Owners
Running consultancies, local services, or e-commerce stores where business and personal information overlap in domain registration.
Domain Portfolio Investors
Managing multiple domains who want privacy protection without per-domain fees.
Developers & Freelancers
Working on client projects, staging sites, or test environments where contact information shouldn't be public.
Personal Domain Owners
Anyone registering personal domains for blogs, portfolios, side projects, or hobby websites.
Free vs Paid Whois Privacy Protection
| Feature | Qoxy Free Privacy | Paid Privacy (Industry Average) |
|---|---|---|
| Contact information masking | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| Annual cost per domain | $0 | $8-15 |
Why Qoxy Offers Free Privacy Protection
Most registrars charge $8-15 per domain annually for Whois privacy. Qoxy provides it free because:
Privacy Is a Basic Right
Personal information exposure creates measurable risks—spam, identity theft, harassment, doxxing. Charging users to protect their own data is exploitative.
Transparency in Pricing
Registrars bundle privacy costs into their business model anyway, then charge separately to boost revenue. Qoxy's model is simpler: privacy is free.
Building Long-Term Trust
Users who trust Qoxy with basic privacy protection use our DNS management, email forwarding, domain monitoring, and security tools. Free privacy is our introduction—not a profit center.
How to Enable Free Whois Privacy with Qoxy
For New Registrations
Privacy protection is automatically enabled when you register a domain with Qoxy. No additional steps required.
For Domain Transfers
Initiate transfer to Qoxy from your current registrar. Privacy protection activates automatically upon successful transfer.
Managing Settings
Log into your Qoxy account, navigate to "My Domains," select your domain, and toggle privacy protection on/off as needed.
Verification
Use a third-party Whois lookup tool to confirm your personal information no longer appears:
- Whois.net
- ICANN Whois lookup
- Who.is
Maintenance
Once enabled, Qoxy automatically maintains privacy protection. No renewal fees, no annual reminders, no per-domain charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Qoxy's free Whois privacy actually free forever?
Yes. Qoxy's Whois privacy has zero recurring charges, no hidden fees, and no premium tier required. Privacy remains free as long as your domain is registered with Qoxy.
Do I need to transfer my domain to Qoxy to get free privacy?
Yes. Qoxy provides free Whois privacy only for domains registered or transferred to Qoxy. We are a domain registrar offering privacy as an included feature, not a standalone privacy service.
Does Qoxy's privacy protect against DDoS or hacking?
No. Whois privacy hides contact information—not server infrastructure or IP addresses. For security against attacks, use SSL certificates, firewalls, and DDoS mitigation separately.
Can law enforcement or trademark holders access my real information?
Yes. Qoxy complies with valid legal requests, court orders, and trademark dispute processes. We verify request legitimacy before releasing information and notify you when legally permitted. Privacy protects against public exposure—not lawful legal proceedings.
How quickly does privacy take effect after enabling?
For new registrations, privacy is active immediately. For transfers, privacy activates once the transfer completes. Global Whois database propagation completes within 2-4 hours. Some third-party lookup tools cache old data for 24-48 hours, causing brief display delays.
Does Qoxy sell my registration data?
Never. Qoxy does not sell, share, or monetize customer data. Our privacy policy explicitly prohibits third-party data sales.
Can I use Qoxy privacy on all domain extensions?
Qoxy supports most gTLDs (.com, .net, .org, .info, .biz, etc.). Some country-code domains (.uk, .ca, .au) have legal restrictions requiring visible registrant information. Qoxy displays privacy availability for each extension during domain search.
What happens if I transfer my domain away from Qoxy?
Privacy protection terminates when you transfer your domain to another registrar. Your original contact information may become visible in Whois records. Enable privacy with your new registrar to maintain protection.
Can I disable privacy if I need my information to be public?
Yes. You can toggle privacy protection on or off at any time through your Qoxy dashboard. Some situations (trademark enforcement, business verification) may require visible ownership information.
How does Qoxy handle privacy for expired domains?
Privacy protection remains active during Qoxy's grace period (typically 30 days after expiration). If the domain enters redemption or is deleted, privacy terminates and original contact information may become visible.
Will I receive emails sent to my domain's public Whois contact?
Yes. Qoxy forwards legitimate emails to your actual email address. Our spam filtering system blocks most unwanted contact while ensuring important communications reach you.
Does free privacy affect domain ownership or transferability?
No. Privacy is a display layer only. You retain full ownership rights and can transfer your domain at any time. Some receiving registrars may require temporary privacy removal during transfer.
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