Host Directory
Host Directory

Privacy Policy

At Host Directory, your privacy matters to us. We want to be transparent about how we collect, utilise, protect, and manage your personal information when you visit our website. This Privacy Policy explains everything you need to know about what data we collect, why we collect it, and what control you have over it.

Please take your time to read this policy carefully. By using Host Directory, you agree to the terms described below.

1. Introduction

Host Directory is a website designed to help users find the right web hosting provider by providing genuine and updated information. You don’t have to create an account or register to access our content. We collect only the minimum information necessary to improve your experience and keep the site secure.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data, nor do we use it for advertising or marketing purposes. Our goal is to provide a safe, useful platform while respecting your privacy.

2. What Information We Collect and How

We collect two main types of information: information you provide to us directly, and information we collect automatically.

a) Information You Provide

If you contact us via email or use any contact form on our site, we will collect:

  • Your name (if you provide it)
  • Your email address
  • The content of your message or inquiry

We use this information solely to respond to your questions or provide assistance. We don’t use it for any other purposes.

b) Information Collected Automatically

When you visit the Host Directory, some data about your visit is automatically collected. This helps us learn how visitors use our site and allows us to improve it. This information includes:

  • Your IP address (which can indicate your general location but not your exact address)
  • Browser type and version (e.g., Chrome, Firefox)
  • The pages you visit and how long you stay on them
  • Date and time of your visit
  • The website you came from before visiting us (referring URL)
  • Any errors or technical issues you encounter while using the site

This data is collected in an anonymous or aggregated form using tools like Google Analytics. It is not linked to your name or other personal identifiers.

c) Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies are small files saved on your device to improve your experience. We use cookies mainly for:

  • Understanding user behavior through anonymous analytics
  • Remembering temporary session information (like keeping you on the same page while browsing)
  • Saving preferences you set on the site (if applicable)

You can always manage cookie settings through your browser and choose to disable them entirely.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to make the Host Directory more helpful for you. Here’s how we use it:

  • To improve our website’s content and layout based on how people use it
  • To reply to your queries or support requests
  • To fix errors and ensure everything works smoothly
  • To protect the website from any unauthorized access
  • To study overall usage trends so we can make the site more useful

We do not send you unwanted emails or marketing messages. We also don’t use your information to create personal profiles or show ads.

4. Data Collection and Security

Host Directory is committed to maintaining the security and confidentiality of your information. To that end, we implement reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards:

  • Our website uses HTTPS encryption to protect data during transmission.
  • Access to data is limited only to authorized individuals who require it for operational purposes.
  • We use secure infrastructure and monitoring tools to prevent unauthorized access and attacks.

There is no method of transmission over the Internet that is 100% secure. You use our website and provide any information at your own risk.

5. Disclosure of Your Personal Data

We never sell or trade your personal information. We only share your data in very limited cases, such as:

  • Service Providers: We work with a trustworthy third-party service (like hosting companies or analytics providers) that helps us run the website. These companies are contractually obligated to keep your data confidential and use it only to support our services.
  • Legal Reasons: If required by law, legal processes, or government authorities, we may disclose information to comply with legal obligations or protect rights.
  • Website Protection: We may disclose data to prevent fraud, abuse, or security threats to the website and its users.

In all cases, we only share the minimum information necessary.

6. Data Retention — How Long We Keep Your Information

  • Messages and emails you send us are stored for up to 12 months so we can respond to your inquiries and improve our support.
  • Analytics and usage data are anonymized and may be kept longer for statistical purposes to help us improve the website.

When data is no longer needed, we delete it or anonymize it to protect your privacy.

7. Your Rights Regarding Your Data

If you live in the European Union, the UK, or any place with similar data protection laws like GDPR or India’s Data Protection and Privacy Act (DPDP), you have certain rights:

  • You can ask us for a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
  • You can request that we correct, update, or complete inaccurate information.
  • You can ask us to delete your personal data unless we have legal reasons to keep it.
  • You can ask us to limit how we use your data.
  • You can request your data in a format to be transferred to another service.
  • If we rely on your consent to process data, you can withdraw it at any time.

To exercise any of these rights, please email us at [email protected]. We may ask you to verify your identity before we proceed with your request to protect your privacy.

8. Links to Other Websites

Our website has links to other sites, such as hosting providers or affiliate partners. These external websites have their own privacy policies. Once you leave Host Directory, we are not responsible for how they collect or use your data. We recommend you check their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

9. Children’s Privacy

The Host Directory is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at [email protected] so we can delete it.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at times to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or improvements to the website. When we do, we will update the Effective Date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we protect your information.

11. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions, requests, or concerns about our Privacy Policy or how we handle your personal data, please feel free to reach out:

We are happy to assist you and respect your privacy.