1. Introduction
Welcome to CheckNowIP.
This Privacy Policy explains how CheckNowIP (“we”, “us”, or “our”) collects, uses, stores, and shares information when you visit or use our website at https://checknowip.com (the “Website”).
By using the Website, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy.
2. Information We Collect
When you visit or use CheckNowIP, we may collect the following types of information.
2.1 IP Address and Network Information
Because CheckNowIP provides IP lookup and network information services, we may process information such as:
Your public IP address
Approximate location derived from your IP address
Internet Service Provider (ISP)
Autonomous System Number (ASN)
Network type
VPN, proxy, hosting, or data center detection results, where available
This information is used to provide the core features of the Website.
2.2 Device and Browser Information
We may collect basic technical information about the device and browser you use, including:
Browser type and version
Operating system
Device type
User agent
Language settings
Referring URL
Date and time of access
2.3 Usage Information
We may collect information about how visitors use the Website, such as:
Pages visited
Features used
Time spent on pages
Clicks and interactions
Error logs and performance data
2.4 Cookies and Similar Technologies
We may use cookies, local storage, and similar technologies to operate the Website, improve user experience, analyze traffic, and display advertisements.
For more information, please read our Cookie Policy.
3. How We Use Information
We may use the information we collect for the following purposes:
To operate and provide the Website
To display your IP address and related network information
To improve website performance and user experience
To monitor traffic, detect errors, and prevent abuse
To provide security, fraud prevention, and spam protection
To analyze usage trends
To display advertisements
To comply with legal obligations
4. Google AdSense and Advertising
We may use Google AdSense and other third-party advertising services to display advertisements on the Website.
Third-party vendors, including Google, may use cookies or similar technologies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this Website or other websites.
Google’s use of advertising cookies enables Google and its partners to serve ads to users based on their visit to this Website and/or other websites on the Internet.
You may opt out of personalized advertising by visiting Google’s advertising settings page.
Third-party ad networks may also collect information about your visits to this and other websites in order to provide relevant advertisements.
5. Analytics and Performance Tools
We may use analytics tools to understand how users interact with the Website and to improve our services.
These tools may collect information such as:
Pages visited
Session duration
Browser and device information
Approximate geographic location
Referring websites
Usage patterns
Where required by law, we will request your consent before using non-essential analytics cookies.
6. Legal Basis for Processing
Where applicable privacy laws require a legal basis, we process personal information based on one or more of the following grounds:
Your consent
Performance of a service requested by you
Our legitimate interests in operating and improving the Website
Compliance with legal obligations
Protection against fraud, abuse, and security threats
7. Sharing of Information
We may share information with third parties in the following cases:
7.1 Service Providers
We may share information with service providers that help us operate, secure, analyze, or improve the Website.
7.2 Advertising Partners
We may share information with advertising partners, including Google AdSense, to display advertisements and measure ad performance.
7.3 Legal Compliance
We may disclose information if required to do so by law, regulation, legal process, court order, or governmental request.
7.4 Protection of Rights
We may disclose information when necessary to protect our rights, property, users, or the security of the Website.
8. Data Retention
We retain information only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purposes described in this Privacy Policy, including to provide the Website, improve performance, prevent abuse, comply with legal obligations, and resolve disputes.
Technical logs may be retained for security, debugging, analytics, and fraud prevention purposes.
9. International Users
CheckNowIP is intended for users worldwide. Your information may be processed in countries other than your country of residence.
By using the Website, you understand that your information may be transferred to and processed in jurisdictions where privacy laws may differ from those in your country.
10. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal information, including the right to:
Access your personal information
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion of your information
Object to certain processing
Request restriction of processing
Withdraw consent where processing is based on consent
Request a copy of your information
Opt out of personalized advertising or certain data sharing
To exercise your rights, please contact us at:
11. Cookies and Your Choices
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect some features of the Website.
You may also manage advertising preferences through Google’s ad settings and other third-party advertising opt-out tools.
12. Children’s Privacy
CheckNowIP is not intended for children under the age of 13, or the minimum age required by applicable law in your country.
We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe that a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us at [email protected].
13. Security
We use reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect information from unauthorized access, loss, misuse, alteration, or disclosure.
However, no method of transmission over the Internet or method of electronic storage is completely secure.
14. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to third-party websites or services.
We are not responsible for the privacy practices, content, or policies of third-party websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before using them.
15. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time.
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.” Your continued use of the Website after changes are posted means that you accept the updated Privacy Policy.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
CheckNowIP
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://checknowip.com