top of page

Domain privacy,
keep your info safe online

Protect your domain and keep your information on WHOIS totally hidden with private registration through Wix.

WHOIS privacy stops threats before they start

Think of private domain registration as a lock on your info. Without it, you're leaving the door wide open.

Stop identity theft

Private domain registration shields information like your number, name and email so you can block identity theft and prevent anyone from trying to misuse your personal details.

 Keep spammers away

If your personal information is available on the WHOIS database, it’s also out there for telemarketers and scammers to get a hold of.

Prevent domain hijacking

Keep your domain out of the wrong hands with private registration. Stay in full control without worrying about hijackers or pushy domain buyers.

How does domain privacy work?

With private domain registration, your details are hidden from the public WHOIS directory, giving you real domain privacy protection. We replace your real contact info with an anonymous email, phone number and address. If you’re unsure how your domain appears in public, run a free WHOIS lookup to see what’s being shown. 

Our domain privacy service helps block spam and messages while keeping your domain safe from hijackers and identity theft. Think of it as built-in domain name protection where your details stay private and you stay in control.

Protected

Name: Private Registry
Email: contact@goodluckfinding.us
Address: 3 Privacy Blvd,

Data Shield City, CA
Phone: +1 (916) 539-116

Unprotected

Name: Jane Smith
Email: jane.smith@email.com
Address: 1284 Elmbridge Lane
Ashford, OH 
Phone: +1 (212) 555-3920

Online assets for a .biz tld studio domain including business email, website and social media banner.
Online assets for a .biz tld studio domain including business email, website and social media banner.
Online assets for a .biz tld studio domain including business email, website and social media banner.

Why millions trust Wix with their domain

Easy domain registration

Choose from 400+ extensions and register your domain in a few quick steps, all through an ICANN-accredited registrar.

Custom website and email

Make your website and connect a business email that fits your brand from one platform.

Web hosting included

Enjoy multi-cloud web hosting with 99.99% uptime, automatic setup and built-in protection for your data.

Secure domain management

Keep your info safe online with WHOIS privacy and protect your website with DNSSEC and free SSL.

Total transparency

No hidden costs here—skip ICANN fees and transfer your domain whenever you want, completely hassle-free.

24/7 support

Got questions? Find step-by-step guides in the Help Center or chat anytime with reps that are ready to help.

Choose from 400+ extensions and keep your info protected

.com

The original domain extension

$7.90/yr

$0.00

.net

Trusted and familiar across the net

$11.90/yr

$0.00

.org

The .com for NGOs

$6.90/yr

$0.00

.company

The online corporate identity

$22.95/yr

$0.00

.yoga

A very zen place online

$10.00/yr

$0.00

.fit

For fitness businesses

$10.00/yr

$0.00

Try out free domain tools from Wix

Domain name search

Find the perfect domain name for your business or website.

Domain name generator

Generate domain name options using AI to kickstart your brand.

WHOIS domain lookup

Find out who owns any domain and when it was registered.

Dive into domains on the Wix Blog

What is domain privacy protection?

What is domain privacy protection?

What is managed hosting? We explain

What is managed hosting? We explain

What is a .de domain?

What is a .de domain?

What is a .com domain?

What is a .com domain?

Private domain registration FAQ

Does private registration affect domain ownership or SEO?

No, using private registration doesn’t change who owns your domain and doesn’t harm SEO. Your registrar still records you as the legal owner, even if a proxy or WHOIS privacy service appears in the public WHOIS record.


Search engines don’t penalize sites for using domain privacy or similar services. What matters for SEO is the quality of your content, your site’s performance and security signals like HTTPS, whether or not your contact details are public is not taken into account.

How does private domain registration hide my personal details?

Private domain registration works by replacing your real contact information with details from a privacy or proxy service. Your registrar still keeps your actual info on file so that you remain the legal (and rightful) owner, but the public WHOIS record only shows the proxy’s information. This ensures your personal details are hidden from anyone looking them up.

Do I need private domain registration if I have GDPR protection?

If you’re located in the EU, GDPR (also known as General Data Protection Regulation) helps hide some of your personal info, but keep in mind that it doesn’t cover everything everywhere. Meaning, your privacy isn’t guaranteed across all WHOIS searches and regions. Domain privacy, on the other hand, keeps your info protected no matter where someone looks—so you’re covered globally, not just in Europe.

How do I add domain privacy protection to my existing domain?

For existing domains, domain privacy protection isn’t something you can switch on mid-subscription. But when you renew, you can add private domain registration to your cart. And if you’re buying a new domain, just select it as part of the purchasing flow. Once it’s active, the WHOIS record is updated so your details are no longer shown publicly.
See here for more info on activating private registration for a domain with Wix.

Can I protect registration information for all TLDs?

You can protect most domain registration information, but not every domain extension supports privacy. Many popular gTLDs like .com, .net and .org allow proxy domain registration, while some TLDs and ccTLDs have stricter rules.


TLD eligibility for privacy depends on the specific country. Some countries require the registrant’s info to be made public, making private domain registration unlikely possible.

Go public with your site.
Not your details.

bottom of page