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Privacy Policy

 

Website: DomainNameServices.co.uk

  Operator: Domain Name Services

  Contact email: contact@domainnameservices.co.uk

  Last updated: 21 November 2025

 

1. Introduction


 

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect personal information when you visit or use DomainNameServices.co.uk (“the Site”).


 

We comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.


 

By using the Site, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy.

 

2. Information We Collect


 

We may collect and process the following types of information:

 

2.1. Information You Provide to Us


 

       
  • Contact information (e.g., your email address if you contact us directly).

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  • Account information (only if we offer accounts now or in the future).

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2.2. Information Collected Automatically


 

       
  • IP address and general geolocation.

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  • Browser type, device information, and operating system.

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  • Pages visited and interaction logs.

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  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see the Cookie Policy).

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2.3. Third-Party Data Sources


 

Some tools on our Site retrieve publicly available information from third-party domain databases (e.g. WHOIS). This information is not generated by us.

 

3. How We Use Your Information


 

We may use your personal data for the following purposes:


 

       
  • To operate and maintain the Site.

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  • To provide domain lookup, WHOIS, DNS, and other technical tools.

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  • To improve the Site and user experience.

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  • To respond to enquiries you send to us.

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  • To protect against fraud, abuse, or misuse of the Site.

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  • To comply with legal obligations.

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4. Legal Bases for Processing (UK GDPR)


 

We rely on the following legal bases:


 

       
  • Legitimate interests — operating and improving the Site.

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  • Consent — for cookies and marketing communications (if any).

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  • Legal obligation — where data protection, tax, or other laws require it.

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  • Contract — if you create an account or use a paid service (if applicable).

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5. Cookies


 

We use cookies and similar technologies to analyse usage, improve performance, and provide certain features. You can manage cookies via your browser settings. For details, please refer to our separate Cookie Policy.

 

6. How We Share Your Information


 

We do not sell your personal information. We may share data with:


 

       
  • Service providers who assist with hosting, analytics, or security.

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  • Legal authorities if required by law or to protect our rights.

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  • Third-party registrars when you leave our Site via an outbound link (your interaction is then governed by their terms).

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7. International Transfers


 

Your data may be processed outside the UK. Where this occurs, we ensure that suitable safeguards are in place, such as:


 

       
  • UK adequacy decisions; or

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  • International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTAs).

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8. Data Retention


 

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

 

9. Data Security


 

We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information against loss, misuse, or unauthorised access. However, no system is ever completely secure.

 

10. Your Rights (UK GDPR)


 

You have the following rights over your personal data:


 

       
  • Right of access — request a copy of your personal data.

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  • Right to rectification — correct inaccurate or incomplete data.

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  • Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”).

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  • Right to restrict processing.

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  • Right to object to certain types of processing.

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  • Right to data portability.

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  • Right to withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

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To exercise any of these rights, contact us at:  
    contact@domainnameservices.co.uk
 

 

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK regulator:


 


    Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)

    Website: https://ico.org.uk
 

 

11. Children’s Privacy


 

Our Site is not intended for children under 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children.

 

12. Third-Party Links


 

The Site may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for their privacy practices. Always review the privacy policies of external sites before submitting personal information.

 

13. Automated Decision-Making


 

We do not use your personal data for automated decision-making or profiling that produces legal or significant effects.

 

14. Changes to This Privacy Policy


 

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

 

15. Contact Us


 

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us:

 


    Email: contact@domainnameservices.co.uk

    Website: DomainNameServices.co.uk
 



 

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