Effective Date: June 1, 2026 | Last Updated: June 1, 2026
IPv4Hosts.com (“we,” “us,” “our”) is committed to protecting the privacy and personal data of everyone who uses our platform. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, who we share it with, and what rights you have over your data.
By accessing or using IPv4Hosts.com, you agree to the practices described in this policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of our services.
1. Who We Are
- Platform: IPv4Hosts.com
- Business Name: [Insert Legal Company Name]
- Business Registration Number: [Insert Registration Number]
- Registered Address: [Insert Full Registered Address]
- Email: a@rackmails.com
IPv4Hosts.com is the data controller responsible for the personal information collected through this platform.
2. What Information We Collect
We collect information in three main ways: directly from you, automatically through your use of the Platform, and from third parties.
- 2.1 Information You Provide Directly
Account & Identity Information
- Full name or business name
- Email address and phone number
- Billing and correspondence address
- Country of residence or incorporation
- ASN (Autonomous System Number), if applicable
KYC & Verification Documents
- Government-issued photo identification (passport, national ID, or driver’s license)
- Proof of address (utility bill, bank statement, etc.)
- Business registration certificates and/or tax identification numbers
- RIR membership records or WHOIS data (for Sellers)
Transaction Information
- IP address blocks listed, purchased, or leased
- Transaction amounts, payment method type, and order history
- Wallet balances and withdrawal requests
- Communications with counterparties on the Platform
Support & Communications
- Messages sent to our support team
- Dispute submissions and associated documentation
- Feedback and survey responses
- 2.2 Information Collected Automatically
When you visit or use IPv4Hosts.com, we automatically collect certain technical data:- IP address and approximate geographic location
- Browser type, version, and operating system
- Pages visited, links clicked, and time spent on the Platform
- Referring URL and exit pages
- Session identifiers and device identifiers
- Cookie data and similar tracking technologies
- 2.3 Information From Third Parties
We may receive information about you from:- KYC/AML verification providers (identity check results)
- Payment processors (transaction status and fraud signals)
- RIR databases (WHOIS records to verify IP ownership)
- Analytics providers (aggregated behavioral data)
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the data we collect for the following purposes:
- To Provide and Operate the Platform
Processing registrations, facilitating listings and transactions, managing escrow, and delivering our core marketplace services. - To Verify Identities and Prevent Fraud
Conducting KYC/AML checks, confirming IP block ownership, detecting fraudulent listings, and protecting the integrity of the marketplace. - To Process Payments and Manage Escrow
Handling fund deposits, releases, and withdrawals in connection with transactions and our Escrow Policy. - To Provide Customer Support
Responding to inquiries, resolving disputes, and investigating reported issues. - To Communicate With You
Sending transaction confirmations, account notifications, security alerts, and — where you have opted in — marketing communications about new features or listings relevant to your activity. - To Improve Our Services
Analyzing usage patterns, diagnosing technical issues, and developing new features. - To Comply With Legal Obligations
Fulfilling requirements under applicable law including anti-money laundering regulations, tax reporting obligations, and responses to lawful government requests.
4. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA) or other regions with equivalent data protection laws, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:
| Legal Basis | Examples |
|---|---|
| Contract Performance | Processing transactions, managing your account, delivering escrow services |
| Legal Obligation | KYC/AML compliance, responding to regulatory or law enforcement requests |
| Legitimate Interests | Fraud prevention, platform security, service improvement, analytics |
| Consent | Marketing communications, optional cookies and tracking |
Where we rely on consent, you may withdraw it at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
IPv4Hosts.com uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience and understand Platform usage.
Types of cookies we use:
- Essential Cookies — Required for the Platform to function (login sessions, cart, security). These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies — Help us understand how users interact with the Platform (e.g., Google Analytics). These are anonymized where possible.
- Preference Cookies — Remember your settings such as language, display mode (light/dark), and region.
- Marketing Cookies — Used to serve relevant content or measure campaign effectiveness, only with your consent.
You can manage or disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings or a cookie consent manager. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect Platform functionality.
6. How We Share Your Information
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal data to third parties for their own marketing purposes.
We may share your information with the following categories of recipients:
- Service Providers
Third-party vendors who help us operate the Platform, including payment processors, KYC/AML providers, cloud hosting services, email delivery platforms, and analytics tools. These providers are contractually required to process data only as instructed by us and in compliance with applicable law. - RIR Authorities
Where required to complete IP address transfers, relevant data (such as organization name and contact information) may be submitted to the applicable RIR (ARIN, RIPE NCC, APNIC, LACNIC, or AFRINIC). - Transaction Counterparties
Limited information necessary to complete a transaction (such as organization name or transfer details) may be shared between Buyers and Sellers as part of a confirmed deal. - Legal and Regulatory Authorities
We may disclose your data where required by law, court order, or government authority, or where we believe disclosure is necessary to prevent fraud, protect our legal rights, or ensure the safety of our users. - Business Transfers
In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your data may be transferred to the acquiring entity, subject to equivalent privacy protections.
7. International Data Transfers
IPv4Hosts.com operates globally and may transfer your personal data to countries outside your own, including countries that may not have the same level of data protection as your home country.
Where such transfers occur, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, such as standard contractual clauses approved by relevant data protection authorities, or equivalent mechanisms. You may request information about these safeguards by contacting us at a@rackmails.com.
8. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law.
| Data Category | Retention Period |
|---|---|
| Account information | Duration of account + 5 years after closure |
| KYC/AML documents | Minimum 5 years (regulatory requirement) |
| Transaction records | 7 years (financial/tax compliance) |
| Support communications | 3 years from resolution |
| Technical/log data | 12 months |
| Marketing consent records | Until consent is withdrawn + 1 year |
Upon account deletion, we will anonymize or securely delete your personal data except where retention is required by law.
9. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to Access — Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to Rectification — Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
- Right to Erasure — Request deletion of your data where it is no longer necessary for the purposes it was collected, subject to legal retention requirements.
- Right to Restrict Processing — Ask us to limit how we use your data in certain circumstances.
- Right to Data Portability — Receive your data in a structured, machine-readable format and transfer it to another controller.
- Right to Object — Object to processing based on legitimate interests, including direct marketing.
- Right to Withdraw Consent — Where processing is based on consent, withdraw it at any time without affecting prior processing.
- Right to Lodge a Complaint — If you believe we have mishandled your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at a@rackmails.com. We will respond within 30 days. In some cases, we may need to verify your identity before processing your request.
10. Data Security
We implement industry-standard technical and organizational measures to protect your personal data, including:
- HTTPS/TLS encryption for all data transmitted to and from the Platform
- Encrypted storage for sensitive data including KYC documents
- Role-based access controls limiting internal access to personal data
- Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
- Secure, redundant cloud hosting environments
Despite these measures, no method of transmission or storage over the internet is entirely secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security and encourage you to use strong, unique passwords and report any suspected security incidents to a@rackmails.com promptly.
11. Children’s Privacy
IPv4Hosts.com is not directed at individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors. If we become aware that a minor has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete that information promptly. If you believe a minor has submitted data to our Platform, please contact us at a@rackmails.com.
12. Third-Party Links
Our Platform may contain links to third-party websites or services (such as RIR portals, payment gateways, or reference resources). This Privacy Policy does not apply to those third-party sites. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any external sites you visit.
13. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify registered users by email.
Your continued use of IPv4Hosts.com after any changes take effect constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.
14. Contact Us
For privacy-related questions, data access requests, or concerns:
📧 a@rackmails.com
🌐 ipv4hosts.com/contact
🏢 [Insert Registered Business Address]
📌 Registration No.: [Insert Company Registration Number]
We aim to respond to all privacy inquiries within 5 business days.
