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1. Introduction

iHoster.net ("iHoster," "we," "us," or "our") provides web hosting, email hosting, reseller hosting, VPS hosting, WordPress hosting, and dedicated server services to customers worldwide. This Privacy Policy explains what personal data we collect, why we collect it, how we use and share it, and the choices and rights available to you.

Because we serve customers globally, this Policy is written to reflect general data protection principles (including those found in the UK/EU GDPR and other applicable frameworks) as well as our own operational practices. Where local law grants you additional or different rights, that local law will apply to you.

By visiting our website (the "Site") or purchasing or using any of our Services, you agree to the collection and use of information as described in this Policy. We may revise this Policy from time to time, including when our practices change or when required by law; the "Effective Date" above reflects the latest revision.

2. Who This Policy Applies To

This Policy covers the following categories of individuals:

Website Visitors

Anyone who browses our Site. Customer-operated sites hosted by us are not covered by this Policy.

Customers

Individuals or organizations who purchase or use our hosting & server Services.

Users

Individuals who access or administer an account on behalf of a Customer.

Domain Registrants

Owners of domain names registered through our platform.

End Users

Individuals who visit or interact with websites hosted by our Customers.

Affiliates

Participants in our affiliate or referral program, if applicable.

3. Information We Collect

Account & Billing Information

Name, company, billing address, email, phone, and payment details (processed via secure payment providers).

KYC Information

Government-issued photo ID required to prevent fraud and comply with Acceptable Use Policy.

Technical & Log Data

IP address, browser version, OS, referral URLs, access dates/times, and clickstream logs.

Service Usage Data

Resource usage, support tickets, and configuration data essential for service delivery.

Domain Registration Data

Contact and name-server details required by domain registries (WHOIS).

Communications

Information provided when contacting support, sales, or submitting inquiries.

4. How We Collect Information

We collect information: (a) directly from you, such as when you sign up, place an order, or contact support; (b) automatically, through cookies, log files, and similar technologies as you use our Site and Services; and (c) from third parties, such as payment processors, identity-verification providers, or publicly available registries.

5. Why We Use Your Information

  • Performance of a Contract: To set up, provide, bill for, and support the Services you purchase.
  • Legitimate Interests: To secure our network, prevent abuse, improve Services, and analyze stats.
  • Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws, court orders, and lawful authority requests.
  • Consent: For marketing communications and optional features (withdrawable anytime).

We do not use your personal information for any purpose beyond these without informing you, and we do not sell your personal information to unaffiliated third parties.

6. How We Use Your Information

We use the information described above to: provide, operate, and maintain the Services; process orders, billing, and payments; verify identity and prevent fraud; respond to support requests; monitor and improve network performance and security; communicate service, billing, and security notices; and, where you have consented, send marketing communications.

7. Cookies, Beacons, and Similar Technologies

Our Site uses cookies and similar technologies to operate correctly, remember your preferences, and understand aggregate usage of the Site. You can control cookies through your browser settings; disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the Site or your Client Area.

8. How We Share Your Information

We may share personal data with:

  • Service Providers & Partners: Payment processors, KYC providers, data-center operators, and CRM support desk tools.
  • Affiliated Companies: Entities within our group of hosting brands for internal administration.
  • Legal & Regulatory Authorities: When required to comply with law, subpoena, or protect safety and property.
  • Successors: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or asset sale.

We remain accountable for third-party processing and do not disclose personal information for third-party marketing.

9. International Data Transfers

As a global provider, we may transfer, store, and process personal data in countries other than your own, including in facilities operated by our infrastructure partners. Where we transfer personal data out of the UK or EEA, we take steps to ensure adequate protection, such as standard contractual clauses and adequacy decisions.

10. Identity Verification (KYC) and Refunds

To protect our network and customers from fraud, certain Services require identity verification ("KYC") before or shortly after signup. If you are unable to complete KYC verification, refund eligibility depends on your original payment method, as set out in our Terms of Service / Refund Policy at signup. Please refer to that policy, or contact billing support, for the specific terms that apply to your payment method.

11. Data Security

We use administrative, technical, and physical safeguards designed to protect personal data against loss, misuse, and unauthorized access, alteration, or disclosure, including encryption (such as SSL/TLS) for data in transit and access controls for data at rest. No method of transmission or storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

12. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this Policy, including to provide the Services, comply with legal and tax obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. Client Area account information is generally retained for a limited period after account closure to meet these obligations, after which it is deleted or anonymized, unless a longer retention period is required by law.

13. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, you may have the right to: access the personal data we hold about you; request correction of inaccurate data; request deletion of your data; object to or restrict certain processing; request a copy of your data in a portable format; and withdraw consent where processing is based on consent.

14. Children's Privacy

Our Services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete it.

15. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will post the revised Policy on this page with an updated Effective Date. We encourage you to review this Policy periodically.

16. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

iHoster.net Privacy Desk

privacy@ihoster.net
[Insert Registered Company Address]

If you are located in the UK or EEA and believe we have not adequately resolved your concern, you may also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.