Welcome to IP-Check.info. We are a free online utility service dedicated to providing users with accurate information about their IP address, network details, and browser configuration. We respect your privacy and are committed to transparency regarding how we handle data.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website www.ip-check.info (the "Site"). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the policies and practices described herein, please do not use our Site.
2. Information We Collect
Our primary function is to display information about your connection. Therefore, the nature of data collection on IP-Check.info is minimal and technically necessary.
2.1. Information Automatically Collected
To provide our core services (displaying your IP address, location, ISP, etc.), we automatically process certain technical data sent by your browser:
- IP Address: Your public IPv4 or IPv6 address. This is essential for the service to function.
- Network Information: Your Internet Service Provider (ISP), organization name, and approximate geographic location (Country, Region, City) derived from your IP address via public GeoIP databases.
- Browser & Device Data: User-Agent string (browser type, version, operating system), screen resolution, and language preferences.
- Connection Details: Connection type, protocol (HTTP/HTTPS), and port information.
2.2. Log Files
Like most web servers, we maintain standard server log files for security, debugging, and performance monitoring. These logs may include:
- Timestamps of requests.
- Requested URLs.
- HTTP status codes.
- Referrer URLs.
- Note: We do not associate these log entries with individual user identities. Log data is typically retained for a short period (e.g., 30 days) for security analysis and then anonymized or deleted.
2.3. Cookies and Local Storage
We use minimal cookies and local storage technologies:
- Essential Cookies: Required for basic site functionality (e.g., remembering your preference for dark/light mode or unit settings).
- Analytical Cookies: We may use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics) to understand aggregate traffic patterns. These services collect anonymized data and do not identify individual users. You can opt out of these cookies via your browser settings or our cookie consent banner.
2.4. Voluntary Information
We do not require registration or accounts to use our core tools. If you choose to contact us via email or feedback forms, we collect only the information you voluntarily provide (e.g., your email address and message content).
3. How We Use Your Information
We use the collected data strictly for the following purposes:
- Service Provision: To display your IP address, network details, and browser information on the screen as requested.
- Security & Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent malicious activities, such as DDoS attacks, bot scraping, or abuse of our API/services.
- Performance Optimization: To analyze traffic loads and optimize server performance and uptime.
- Improvement: To understand which tools are most used and improve the user interface and accuracy of our data sources.
- Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable laws and regulations.
4. Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information. We share data only in the following limited circumstances:
- Third-Party Service Providers: We may use trusted third-party providers for hosting, analytics, and GeoIP database lookups. These providers are contractually obligated to protect your data and use it only for the specified services.
- Legal Requirements: We may disclose information if required to do so by law or in response to valid legal requests (e.g., subpoenas, court orders) from public authorities.
- Protection of Rights: To protect the safety, rights, property, or security of IP-Check.info, our users, or the public.
5. Data Retention
- Real-Time Display: The IP and network information displayed on your screen is processed in real-time and is not stored in a persistent user profile linked to your identity.
- Server Logs: As mentioned, server logs are retained for a limited period (typically 30 days) for security purposes and then purged or anonymized.
- Contact Data: If you contact us, your email and message are retained only as long as necessary to resolve your inquiry.
6. Your Rights
Depending on your jurisdiction (e.g., GDPR in Europe, CCPA in California), you may have the following rights:
- Access: Request information about what data we hold about you (if any identifiable data exists).
- Correction: Request correction of inaccurate data.
- Deletion: Request deletion of your personal data (e.g., if you contacted us).
- Opt-Out: Disable non-essential cookies via your browser settings.
Since our core service relies on processing your IP address to function, you cannot use the site without transmitting this data. However, you can use privacy tools (like VPNs or Tor) if you wish to mask your true IP address from our servers.
To exercise your rights, please contact us at: contatus+ipcheck@proton.me
7. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Site may contain links to third-party websites or use third-party APIs (e.g., for detailed GeoIP lookup or DNS checks). We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of these third parties. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.
8. Security
We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect the Site against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction. However, no internet transmission is 100% secure. We strive to keep our systems updated and secure, but we cannot guarantee absolute security.
9. Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to delete that information.
10. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or complaints about this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us:
At IP-Check.info, we believe in simplicity and transparency. We provide tools, not tracking.
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