What is WHOIS privacy and is it free?
WHOIS privacy hides your name, address, email and phone from the public WHOIS record for a domain, replacing them with privacy-protected details. On hosta.sh it's included free on every eligible TLD by default — it's never an upsell.
Why it matters
Without WHOIS privacy, anyone can look up the personal contact details attached to your domain. That invites spam, scams and unwanted contact. WHOIS privacy keeps those details off the public record.
What stays private
- Your name
- Your postal address
- Your email address
- Your phone number
Which domains are eligible
Most common extensions support WHOIS privacy and get it automatically. A few registries don't allow it; eligibility is shown at checkout so there are no surprises.
Frequently asked questions
Does WHOIS privacy cost extra?
No. It's included free on every eligible TLD and applied by default — never a paid add-on.
Is it available on every extension?
On most. Some registries don't permit WHOIS privacy; eligibility is shown before you pay.