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What is domain privacy?
One feature we've chosen to highlight is domain privacy. When you buy a domain you are required to give your name and business or home address. That's to keep people accountable for the sites they publish. However, that information is publicly available to anyone who wants it. There are many good reasons for wanting domain privacy including protection from spam, scams, junkmail, and cyberstalking. Most web hosting services offer domain privacy, meaning they will list themselves as the owners of the domain as a way to protect your name and address. Some charge for it, and some do not.
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