Privacy Policy
Last updated: December 17, 2025
At WhatIsMyMyIP.com, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring the security of your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our services.
We Don't Sell Your Data
We never sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.
Minimal Data Collection
We only collect the information necessary to provide and improve our services.
Transparent Practices
We're open about what data we collect and how we use it. No hidden tracking or data harvesting.
Strong Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information.
Information We Collect
We collect different types of information depending on how you interact with our services:
Account Information
If you create an account, we collect:
- Email address (for account verification and communication)
- Username (if you choose to create one)
- Password (stored as a secure hash, never in plain text)
- Optional profile information you choose to provide
Payment Information
For premium subscriptions and pay-as-you-go services, payment processing is handled by secure third-party providers (PayPal, Stripe). We do not store your full credit card information. We only receive confirmation of successful transactions and billing information necessary for account management.
Communication Data
When you contact us via email or through our contact forms, we collect the information you provide, including your email address and the content of your message.
IP Address Information
When you use our IP lookup tools, we temporarily process:
- IP addresses you query (for providing lookup results)
- Your own IP address (for service functionality and security)
- Geolocation data associated with IP addresses (from third-party databases)
Important: We do not permanently store IP addresses you look up. Query data is processed in real-time and not retained in our databases.
Usage Data
We automatically collect certain information about how you use our services:
- Pages visited and features used
- Time and date of access
- Browser type and version
- Device information (type, operating system)
- Referral sources (how you found our site)
- Usage statistics for rate limiting and service optimization
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar technologies for:
- Session management and authentication
- Remembering your preferences (theme, language)
- Tracking usage limits for free and premium users
- Analyzing site performance and user behavior (anonymized)
- Security purposes (preventing abuse and fraud)
You can control cookies through your browser settings, though some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.
We may receive information from third-party services:
- IP Geolocation Databases: We use reputable third-party services to provide accurate IP geolocation data. These services have their own privacy policies.
- Authentication Providers: If you sign in using OAuth (Google, GitHub, etc.), we receive basic profile information as permitted by those services.
- Payment Processors: We receive transaction confirmations and billing information from payment processors.
- Analytics Services: We may use analytics services that collect anonymized usage data to help us improve our services.
How We Use Your Information
Service Provision
- Provide IP lookup, network diagnostic, and security analysis tools
- Process and respond to your queries and requests
- Manage your account and authenticate your identity
- Process payments and manage subscriptions
- Enforce usage limits and prevent abuse
Service Improvement
- Analyze usage patterns to improve our tools and user experience
- Identify and fix bugs or technical issues
- Develop new features based on user needs
- Optimize performance and reliability
Communication
- Send important service updates and notifications
- Respond to your inquiries and support requests
- Send account-related communications (verification, password resets)
- Provide information about new features or changes (with opt-out option)
Security and Legal
- Detect and prevent fraud, abuse, and security threats
- Comply with legal obligations and respond to legal requests
- Enforce our Terms of Service
- Protect the rights and safety of our users and the public
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:
We may share information with trusted third-party service providers who assist us in operating our platform, such as hosting providers, payment processors, email services, and analytics providers. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your information and use it only for the purposes we specify.
We may disclose information if required by law, court order, or government regulation, or if we believe disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, protect your safety or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or comply with a legal process.
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred to the acquiring entity. We will notify you of any such change in ownership or control.
We may share your information with third parties when you explicitly consent to such sharing, such as when you choose to use third-party integrations or features.
Data Security
We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. These measures include:
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. While we strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.
Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:
You have the right to access the personal information we hold about you and request a copy in a portable format.
You can update or correct inaccurate information through your account settings or by contacting us.
You can request deletion of your personal information, subject to legal and operational requirements.
You can opt out of marketing communications and certain data processing activities through your account settings or by contacting us.
You can object to certain processing of your information, such as automated decision-making or profiling.
You can request that we restrict the processing of your information in certain circumstances.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at admin@whatismymyip.com. We will respond to your request within 30 days, subject to verification of your identity.
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, unless a longer retention period is required or permitted by law:
- Account Data: Retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after account closure for legal and operational purposes.
- IP Query Data: Not permanently stored. Query data is processed in real-time and not retained in our databases.
- Usage Data: Retained in anonymized form for analytics and service improvement.
- Payment Records: Retained as required by law for accounting and tax purposes.
- Communication Records: Retained for customer support purposes and to resolve disputes.
Our services are not intended for children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately, and we will delete such information.
Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your country. We ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your information in accordance with this Privacy Policy, including standard contractual clauses and other mechanisms recognized by applicable data protection laws.
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last updated" date
- Sending an email notification to registered users (for significant changes)
- Displaying a notice on our website (for major updates)
Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Questions About Privacy?
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), you also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not addressed your concerns adequately.