Understanding the Impact of Not Renewing Direct Privacy

If you're contemplating whether to renew your Direct Privacy service, it's crucial to be aware of the potential implications:

ICANN Regulations: ICANN, the governing body overseeing internet resources, mandates that domain names must have publicly available and verifiable Registrant information. This requirement is in place to ensure transparency and accountability.

Exposure of Private Information: Without the Direct Privacy service, your personal information associated with your domain becomes publicly accessible via a WHOIS search. This means that anyone conducting a WHOIS search can access your private details.

Direct Privacy's Role: Direct Privacy is a special feature offered exclusively to Directnic clients with registered domain names. It masks your private information by replacing it with Directnic's details in WHOIS searches. Importantly, it doesn't alter the ownership of the domain; it merely safeguards your privacy.

Impact of Non-Renewal: If you choose not to renew Direct Privacy, the masking service will no longer be in effect. As a result, your private information will once again be visible in any WHOIS lookup.

It's essential to consider the potential exposure of your private information when deciding whether to renew Direct Privacy. By renewing this service, you maintain the privacy and security of your domain registration details. If you have any questions or need further clarification on this matter, feel free to reach out to Directnic Customer Support for assistance. Your online privacy is our priority.