Privacy Policy

Last Updated: October 8, 2025

Your Privacy Matters: This privacy policy explains how FindWhatIsMyIP.com collects, uses, and protects your information when you use our website and services.

Information We Collect

Automatically Collected Information

When you visit our website, we automatically collect certain information including:

  • IP Address: Your public IP address (IPv4 and IPv6) for the core functionality of our service
  • Browser Information: User agent, browser type, version, and operating system
  • Device Information: Screen resolution, device type, and basic hardware specifications
  • Network Information: General location data (country/region), timezone, and ISP information
  • Usage Data: Pages visited, time spent on site, and interaction patterns

Information You Provide

We may collect information when you:

  • Contact us through forms or email
  • Subscribe to newsletters or updates
  • Participate in surveys or feedback
  • Use interactive tools and features

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information for the following purposes:

  1. Primary Service Delivery: To display your IP address and related network information
  2. Website Analytics: To understand how visitors use our site and improve user experience
  3. Security: To protect against abuse, spam, and malicious activities
  4. Technical Improvements: To optimize website performance and functionality
  5. Communication: To respond to inquiries and provide customer support
  6. Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations

Cookies and Tracking Technologies

Our website uses cookies and similar technologies:

Essential Cookies

  • Required for basic website functionality
  • Enable core features like security and accessibility
  • Cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality

Analytics Cookies

  • Help us understand website usage patterns
  • Collect anonymous statistical data
  • Used to improve user experience

Preference Cookies

  • Remember your choices and settings
  • Store consent preferences
  • Enable personalized features

Cookie Control: You can manage cookie preferences through our consent banner or your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information in the following limited circumstances:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party services that help operate our website (hosting, analytics, etc.)
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, court order, or government request
  • Safety Protection: To protect our rights, property, or safety, or that of our users
  • Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or asset sale

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your information:

  • SSL/TLS encryption for data transmission
  • Secure server infrastructure and regular security updates
  • Access controls and authentication measures
  • Regular security audits and monitoring
  • Data minimization and retention policies

Security Disclaimer: While we employ industry-standard security measures, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain information for different periods based on the type of data:

  • IP Address History: Stored temporarily in browser sessions (cleared when you clear cookies)
  • Analytics Data: Aggregated and anonymized data retained for up to 24 months
  • Contact Information: Retained as long as necessary to respond to inquiries
  • Technical Logs: Automatically deleted after 30 days

Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights:

  • Access: Request information about data we collect about you
  • Correction: Request correction of inaccurate information
  • Deletion: Request deletion of your personal information
  • Portability: Request a copy of your data in a portable format
  • Objection: Object to certain types of processing
  • Restriction: Request limitation of processing activities

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child under 13, we will take steps to delete such information promptly.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your own. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including:

  • Adequacy decisions by relevant authorities
  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Certification schemes and codes of conduct

Limitation of Liability

Important Legal Notice: While we strive to protect your information, this website and services are provided "as is" without warranties. We are not liable for:

  • Unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
  • Any damages resulting from the use or inability to use our service
  • Security breaches beyond our reasonable control
  • Third-party actions or technical failures
  • Loss of data due to technical issues, cyber attacks, or force majeure events

Our total liability for any claims related to this service shall not exceed the amount you paid for using our service (which is $0 for free services).

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in our practices or services
  • Legal or regulatory requirements
  • Technological developments
  • User feedback and suggestions

We will notify you of significant changes by:

  • Posting a notice on our website
  • Updating the "Last Updated" date
  • Sending email notifications for material changes (if applicable)

Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

For users in the European Union, our legal basis for processing includes:

  • Legitimate Interest: For analytics and website improvement
  • Consent: For non-essential cookies and marketing communications
  • Contract Performance: For providing requested services
  • Legal Obligation: For compliance with applicable laws

Jurisdiction and Governing Law

This privacy policy is governed by and construed in accordance with applicable local laws. Any disputes will be subject to the jurisdiction of competent courts in the relevant jurisdiction.

Contact Information

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or your personal information, please contact us:

Data Protection Requests: For exercising your privacy rights, please use our contact form and specify the nature of your request.

Acknowledgment: By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this privacy policy and agree to the collection, use, and disclosure of your information as described herein.