What is a host checker and what does it do?

A host checker is a free online lookup tool that identifies the hosting provider of any website. Enter a domain name and the tool resolves it to an IP address, then queries public databases to return the ISP name, server location, nameservers, and a WHOIS link — all in one place.

How do I find out who is hosting a website?

Type the domain name into the search box at the top of this page and click the search button. The tool will display the hosting provider, server IP address, country, city, and nameservers within seconds. No account or payment is required.

Is the hosting checker tool free to use?

Yes, it is completely free. There are no usage limits, no hidden fees, and no login required. You can check as many domains as you need.

What information does the host checker show?

The tool returns the hosting provider (ISP), the server IP address, the physical city and country of the server, the domain's nameservers, and a direct link to the WHOIS record. It also displays an interactive map showing the server's location.

Can I check hosting for an IP address as well as a domain?

Yes. The tool accepts both domain names (e.g. example.com) and IPv4 addresses. It will return the hosting provider and location for either input type.

Why might the server location differ from where the website owner is based?

The location shown is the physical location of the server or data center, not the website owner's location. Many websites use cloud providers, CDNs, or data centers in other countries, so the server location and the owner's country may differ.

Privacy Policy | Check Hosting Provider of Any Website

Last updated: April 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to HostChecker.org ("we", "our", or "us"). We operate the website https://hostchecker.org, a free online tool that allows users to look up the hosting provider, server location, nameservers, and related technical information for any domain name or IP address.

This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and your rights regarding your data. By using this website, you agree to the practices described in this policy.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Information You Provide

When you perform a hosting lookup, you submit a domain name or IP address into the search form. This input is used solely to perform the requested lookup and is not stored in any user-linked profile.

If you contact us via the contact form, we collect your name, email address, and the message content you submit. This information is used only to respond to your inquiry.

2.2 Information Collected Automatically

When you visit this website, our servers and third-party services may automatically collect:

Your IP address
Browser type and version
Operating system
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Referring URL
Date and time of your visit

This data is collected through standard server logs and analytics services and is used for website performance monitoring and improving user experience.

3. Cookies

This website uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small text files stored in your browser. We use the following types of cookies:

Session cookies — used for CSRF token validation to protect form submissions. These expire when you close your browser.
Preference cookies — used to remember your selected language. These are stored for up to 365 days.
Analytics cookies — used by Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics. You can opt out via Google Analytics Opt-out.

You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect some functionality of this website.

4. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To provide and operate the hosting lookup tool
To respond to contact form submissions
To monitor and analyse website traffic and performance
To detect and prevent abuse, spam, or fraudulent requests
To improve the website's functionality and user experience
To comply with applicable legal obligations

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties for marketing purposes.

5. Third-Party Services

This website integrates with the following third-party services:

Google Analytics — We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous usage statistics. Google may process your data in the United States. See Google's Privacy Policy.
ip-api.com — Domain lookup queries are resolved through the ip-api.com geolocation service. When you perform a lookup, the queried domain/IP is sent to ip-api.com. See ip-api.com Legal.
Google reCAPTCHA — Our contact form uses Google reCAPTCHA v2 to prevent spam. This may collect device and usage data per Google's privacy policy.
Whois.com — WHOIS lookup links direct to whois.com, a third-party service. Your use of that service is subject to their own privacy policy.
Mapbox / OpenStreetMap — Map tiles for server location display are served by Mapbox and OpenStreetMap contributors.

6. Data Retention

Domain lookup queries are logged to plain-text log files on our server for a limited period for debugging and abuse prevention purposes. These logs do not include your IP address or personal information — only the queried domain name and the date.

Contact form messages are retained only as long as necessary to respond to your inquiry and are not stored in any database.

7. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical measures to protect information transmitted to and stored on this website, including HTTPS encryption and CSRF token validation on all form submissions. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

8. Children's Privacy

This website is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us so we can delete it.

9. Your Rights

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

The right to access personal data we hold about you
The right to request correction of inaccurate data
The right to request deletion of your data
The right to object to or restrict processing of your data
The right to data portability
The right to withdraw consent at any time (where processing is based on consent)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the contact form.

10. Links to External Websites

This website contains links to external sites including whois.com, OpenStreetMap, and other tools. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing them with any personal information.

11. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date at the top. Continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us.