Can TLDs be used for domain privacy?

Top-level domains (TLDs) themselves do not provide domain privacy directly. Domain privacy, also known as WHOIS privacy or domain privacy protection, is a service offered by domain registrars to shield the personal information of domain owners from being publicly visible in the WHOIS database.

When a domain is registered, domain registrars are required to collect and publish certain contact information about the domain owner, including their name, email address, phone number, and physical address, in the WHOIS database. This information is accessible to anyone who performs a WHOIS lookup on the domain.

Domain privacy services act as a middle layer between the domain owner's personal information and the WHOIS database. When a domain owner opts for domain privacy protection, the registrar replaces the owner's personal contact information with generic contact details, typically those of the domain privacy service provider. This helps protect the owner's privacy by keeping their personal information private and out of the public domain.

While TLDs themselves do not provide domain privacy, domain registrars typically offer domain privacy services for domains registered under any TLD, regardless of the TLD's specific policies or regulations. Domain owners can usually opt for domain privacy protection during the domain registration process or enable it later through their registrar's control panel.

It's worth noting that the availability and cost of domain privacy protection may vary depending on the domain registrar and the TLD. Additionally, certain TLDs or domain registries may have specific rules or restrictions regarding domain privacy services, so it's essential for domain owners to review the terms and conditions of their registrar and TLD registry.