Antispam Policy
We are committed to preventing spam and maintaining the integrity of WHOIS data usage
Important Notice
WhoisExtractor has a ZERO TOLERANCE policy for spam and unsolicited communications. Any use of our data for spamming purposes will result in immediate account termination and may lead to legal action.
Our Commitment Against Spam
WhoisExtractor is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of data integrity and ethical use. We provide WHOIS database services exclusively for legitimate business purposes such as:
Legitimate Uses
- Domain research and analysis
- Trademark protection
- Cybersecurity investigations
- Legal compliance checks
- Market research
- Compliant B2B outreach (CAN-SPAM / GDPR)
Prohibited Uses
- Unsolicited bulk email (spam)
- Unsolicited SMS or robo-calls
- Spam or deceptive outreach
- Harvesting for spam lists
- Any form of unsolicited communication
What Constitutes Spam?
For the purposes of this policy, spam includes but is not limited to:
Unsolicited Bulk Email (UBE)
Sending marketing or promotional emails to recipients who have not explicitly opted in to receive such communications.
Unsolicited Commercial Messages
Any commercial message sent via email, SMS, or other electronic means without prior consent.
Mass Marketing Campaigns
Using WHOIS data to build contact lists for unsolicited marketing purposes.
Deceptive Practices
Misleading subject lines, false sender information, or any deceptive email practices.
User Responsibilities
By using WhoisExtractor services, you agree to:
- Use data responsibly for legitimate business purposes only
- Comply with all applicable laws including CAN-SPAM Act, GDPR, CASL, and other anti-spam regulations
- Obtain proper consent before sending any commercial communications
- Respect privacy rights and honor unsubscribe requests promptly
- Not resell or redistribute WHOIS data to third parties for spamming purposes
Legal Compliance
Our antispam policy aligns with international regulations:
CAN-SPAM Act (USA)
Compliance with U.S. federal anti-spam legislation
GDPR (EU)
European data protection and privacy regulations
CASL (Canada)
Canadian Anti-Spam Legislation compliance
ICANN Policies
Adherence to ICANN WHOIS data usage policies
Enforcement & Consequences
Violations will result in:
Note: We actively monitor usage patterns and investigate suspicious activity. Our systems employ automated detection for spam-related behaviors.
Reporting Spam Abuse
If you receive spam that appears to originate from WhoisExtractor data or if you suspect a user is violating this policy:
Report Abuse
Please include:
- Full email headers or communication details
- Date and time of the spam incident
- Any relevant account information (if known)
- Description of the violation
We take all reports seriously and will investigate promptly.
Data Protection Measures
We implement several measures to prevent misuse of WHOIS data:
- Usage Monitoring: Continuous monitoring of data access patterns and download behavior
- Rate Limiting: API rate limits to prevent mass data extraction for spam purposes
- Account Verification: Strict verification process for new accounts
- Collaboration: Working with ISPs and anti-spam organizations to identify and prevent abuse
Policy Updates
This Antispam Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Continued use of our services after policy updates constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
Questions?
If you have questions about this Antispam Policy or need clarification on acceptable use: