1. Information We Collect
We collect information you provide directly to us, as well as information automatically gathered when you visit or interact with our platform.
Personal Information
When you create an account, make a purchase, or contact our support team, we may collect your name, email address, phone number, billing address, and payment information. For domain transfers, we also collect registrant details as required by ICANN regulations.
Usage Data
We automatically collect information about your interactions with our platform, including your IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, search queries for domains, and referring URLs. This data helps us understand how our marketplace is used and improve the experience.
Domain Transaction Data
When you buy or sell aged domains through our platform, we collect transaction details including domain names, purchase prices, transfer authorization codes, and registrar information necessary to complete domain transfers.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Service Delivery
Processing domain purchases, transfers, and payments. Providing domain metrics (DA, PA, DR, backlink data) sourced from third-party SEO tools. Managing your account and purchase history. Delivering customer support and responding to inquiries.
Platform Improvement
Analyzing usage patterns to enhance our domain search and filtering capabilities. Developing new features based on user behavior and feedback. Monitoring platform performance and preventing technical issues.
Communication
Sending transactional emails related to your purchases and domain transfers. Notifying you about new domain listings matching your saved search criteria. Providing updates about policy changes or platform improvements. You can opt out of promotional communications at any time.
3. Data Sharing & Third Parties
We do not sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your data in the following limited circumstances:
Service Providers
We work with trusted third-party services to operate our platform, including payment processors (Stripe), domain registrars, SEO data providers (Ahrefs, Moz, Majestic), email delivery services, and cloud hosting providers. These partners only receive the data necessary to perform their specific services.
Domain Transfers
When you purchase a domain, certain registrant information must be shared with domain registrars and ICANN as required by domain registration policies. This includes registrant name, organization, and contact details.
Legal Requirements
We may disclose your information when required by law, in response to valid legal process, or to protect the rights, property, and safety of TopDomainSEO, our users, or the public.
4. Cookies & Tracking Technologies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, remember your preferences, and analyze platform traffic.
Essential Cookies
Required for basic platform functionality including session management, authentication, and security. These cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our platform through aggregated, anonymized data. We use tools like Google Analytics with IP anonymization enabled.
Preference Cookies
Remember your settings such as search filters, currency preferences, and display options to provide a personalized experience across sessions.
5. Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, disclosure, alteration, or destruction.
All data transmissions are encrypted using TLS 1.3 protocol. Payment information is processed through PCI DSS-compliant payment processors and is never stored on our servers. We conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
While we strive to protect your data, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong, unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication on your account.
6. Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
Access & Portability
You can request a copy of the personal data we hold about you in a machine-readable format. Access your account settings at any time to view and update your profile information.
Correction & Deletion
You may request correction of inaccurate data or deletion of your personal information. Note that some data may be retained as required by law or for legitimate business purposes such as completed transaction records.
Opt-Out
Unsubscribe from marketing emails using the link in any promotional message. Disable non-essential cookies through your browser settings. Request restriction of certain data processing activities by contacting us.
7. Data Retention
We retain your personal information for as long as your account is active or as needed to provide our services. Transaction records are kept for a minimum of 7 years as required by tax and financial regulations.
When you close your account, we delete or anonymize your personal data within 30 days, except where retention is required by law. Domain transfer records may be retained longer due to ICANN requirements.
8. International Data Transfers
Our platform operates globally, and your data may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international data transfers, including Standard Contractual Clauses where applicable.
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we process data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). For California residents, we comply with the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
9. Children's Privacy
Our services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that a child has provided us with personal data, we will take steps to delete that information promptly.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our platform or sending an email to your registered address.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Your continued use of our platform after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, wish to exercise your data rights, or have concerns about our data practices, please contact us:
