Privacy Policy

    Last updated: January 10, 2025

    Introduction

    Get DNS INFO ("we", "our", or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you use our website and DNS tools.

    Information We Collect

    Automatically Collected Information

    When you use our services, we may automatically collect certain information including:

    • IP address (for analytics purposes only)
    • Browser type and version
    • Operating system
    • Pages visited and time spent on our site
    • Referring website address

    DNS Queries

    When you use our DNS lookup tools, the domain names you query are processed in real-time but are not stored or logged. Your queries are sent directly to third-party DNS providers (such as Google DNS, Cloudflare, and Quad9) and are subject to their respective privacy policies.

    How We Use Your Information

    We use the information we collect to:

    • Provide and maintain our DNS tools and services
    • Improve and optimize our website performance
    • Analyze usage patterns to enhance user experience
    • Display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
    • Respond to your inquiries and support requests

    Third-Party Services

    Google AdSense and DoubleClick DART Cookie

    Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our site. Google's use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our users based on their visit to our site and other sites on the Internet. You may opt out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network Privacy Policy.

    Third-party vendors, including Google, use cookies to serve ads based on a user's prior visits to your website or other websites. We allow third-party companies to serve ads and/or collect certain anonymous information when you visit our web site. You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting aboutads.info.

    DNS Providers

    Our DNS lookup tools query third-party DNS providers. These providers have their own privacy policies:

    • Google DNS: https://developers.google.com/speed/public-dns/privacy
    • Cloudflare: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
    • Quad9: https://www.quad9.net/privacy/policy/

    Cookies and Tracking

    We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience. These include:

    • Essential cookies: Required for basic site functionality (e.g., theme preferences)
    • Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our site
    • Advertising cookies: Used by Google AdSense to serve relevant ads

    Your Rights

    You have the right to:

    • Access the personal information we hold about you
    • Request correction of inaccurate information
    • Request deletion of your personal information
    • Opt out of personalized advertising
    • Withdraw consent where applicable

    Contact Us

    If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at support@getdnsinfo.com.