Do Any Reputable Webmasters Use Anonymous Domain Registars? - GoFuckYourself.com

GTS Mark · 01-28-2007, 05:20 PM

Most of the cheaters we encounter utilize these kinds of anonymous domain registering services and we've pretty much blacklisted anyone that has their domain registered with them. Powerpipe is one of the ones that gives us the most cheaters...

Does anyone else here utilize these kinds of domain registering services, if so why?

DH

WiredGuy · 01-28-2007, 05:38 PM

Yes, I do. I don't nosy people looking into what I own.
WG

BJ · 01-28-2007, 05:42 PM

I have for the same reason above but I do agree it makes things difficult when trying to verify identity.

SmokeyTheBear · 01-28-2007, 05:43 PM

i used them on some old domains because i used to get a shitload of snailmail spam , but i think it was just crappy network solution selling my addy or something as i have lots that arent protected that i never get any snailmail 2 so now i dont bother..

StarkReality · 01-28-2007, 05:57 PM

I'd say it this way: Domain anonymity doesn't mean a webmaster is less reputable, but not revealing identity makes it certainly harder for programs/owners/webmasters to build up reputation if they aren't around for a long time or well known anyway.

With google's new "whois patent" many will probably think twice in the future if they use anonymity services, because penalties for domains using them could be just around the corner.

Btw, this anonymity isn't 100% effective anyway...since there are things like whois history publically available.

SomeCreep · 01-28-2007, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrinkingHARDEST

Most of the cheaters we encounter utilize these kinds of anonymous domain registering services and we've pretty much blacklisted anyone that has their domain registered with them. Powerpipe is one of the ones that gives us the most cheaters...

Does anyone else here utilize these kinds of domain registering services, if so why?

DH

If you're talking about whois protection, then yeah, lots of legit webmasters use that.

Why? I'd say most use it because they dont have a p.o. box and instead put their real home address, which they dont want being public information.

Fizzgig · 01-28-2007, 06:04 PM

There are too many fruitcakes and stalkers in the world. I believe in making them work if they're going to harass me.

Doctor Dre · 01-28-2007, 06:05 PM

You are talking about the feature to hide the information that every registar use nowdays ? Yes I do.

Jace · 01-28-2007, 06:19 PM

yes, I do

my home is my office, i don't want everyone and their mother knowing where I live

GTS Mark · 01-28-2007, 07:32 PM

Interesting responses, thanks guys

DH

Webby · 01-28-2007, 07:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DrinkingHARDEST

Most of the cheaters we encounter utilize these kinds of anonymous domain registering services and we've pretty much blacklisted anyone that has their domain registered with them. Powerpipe is one of the ones that gives us the most cheaters...

Does anyone else here utilize these kinds of domain registering services, if so why?

DH

Anonymous registrars? Those who offer WhoIs blockage?

If so, yes - all domains are whois protected. Reasons are simply privacy and no ulterior motive. Unless it is any valid enquiry - eg law related, - they have no problem establishing ownership.

slapass · 01-28-2007, 07:47 PM

Not sure if I am reputable but i use those too.

rapmaster · 01-28-2007, 08:21 PM

I used one because I don't really want friends or business associates seeing my name on an adult site

teg0 · 01-28-2007, 09:14 PM

I use them and I'm not any less reputable.

Kimo · 01-28-2007, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jace

yes, I do

my home is my office, i don't want everyone and their mother knowing where I live

ditto, i dont know what i'd do without it

Xplicit · 01-28-2007, 11:37 PM

Yeah I use them for my domains whois info.

If you dont, you get snail mail addressed to your porno .com's which i dont like.

warlock5 · 01-28-2007, 11:53 PM

Absolutely, otherwise its really easy to do a reverse DNS and then someone can see all your sites if they know one.

SleazyDream · 01-28-2007, 11:55 PM

just cause cheaters use it doesnt mean that legit people don't as well

or maybe those saying they are legit ARE the cheaters

hummmmmmmmmmmmm

wyldworx · 01-29-2007, 01:08 AM

sounds like a good idea to me.

chaze · 01-29-2007, 01:10 AM

other then a couple letters I never have been contacted about my domains.

So why pay more for it?

bobby666 · 01-29-2007, 01:59 AM

i use such services, to protect my family

Oracle Porn · 01-29-2007, 04:55 AM

I use it too...

sweetcuties · 01-29-2007, 05:46 AM

Sure do, Why do I want some potential prick spamming me or the potential of being harrased by some jealous piece of shit

Jace · 01-29-2007, 05:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chaze

other then a couple letters I never have been contacted about my domains.

So why pay more for it?

I get contacted all the fuckin time about my shit when I don't use it, letters, emails, phone calls, etc....it sucks

Vendot · 01-29-2007, 05:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by warlock5

Absolutely, otherwise its really easy to do a reverse DNS and then someone can see all your sites if they know one.

how do u do this?

Gambit · 01-29-2007, 06:20 AM

Most of the registrars offer a whois protection for free. I can't see any reason NOT to use it.

Lee · 01-29-2007, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jace

yes, I do

my home is my office, i don't want everyone and their mother knowing where I live

Ditto for me.

DaddyHalbucks · 01-29-2007, 07:13 AM

I don't bother. I do everything openly.

1. Looking to shield yourself from cybersquatting claims? Using such a privacy service (falsifying WhoIs records) may be evidence of 'bad faith' under the ACPA of 1999.

2. Looking to spam or commit fraud? Read the fine print. These services don't protect you against a subpoena.

3. Looking to block spam? You may miss important emails.

Matt-RevShare · 01-29-2007, 07:17 AM

I do everything above board and I really despise the anonymous registrar. I wouldn't be surprised to see these things outlawed and I think they should be.

Its against the law to give false information in your registration and this circumvents the whole purpose of having a public whois system anyway.

Well, enough of my soapbox, but I do feel strongly about this.

Matt

DaddyHalbucks · 01-29-2007, 07:20 AM

In my opinion, the best way to prevent your personal information from appearing in the WhoIs is to incorporate.

Peaches · 01-29-2007, 03:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DaddyHalbucks

In my opinion, the best way to prevent your personal information from appearing in the WhoIs is to incorporate.

Or even a DBA and get a $20 a month PO box.

RyuLion · 01-29-2007, 04:49 PM

yeah, I use Anonymous protections to hide some of my whois..there are a lot of weirdos out there..

Chio · 01-29-2007, 04:50 PM

Fantastic!

01-28-2007, 05:20 PM	#1
GTS Mark Vrume Mark Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 20,912	Do Any Reputable Webmasters Use Anonymous Domain Registars? Most of the cheaters we encounter utilize these kinds of anonymous domain registering services and we've pretty much blacklisted anyone that has their domain registered with them. Powerpipe is one of the ones that gives us the most cheaters... Does anyone else here utilize these kinds of domain registering services, if so why? DH

01-28-2007, 05:38 PM	#2
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01-28-2007, 06:04 PM	#7
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01-28-2007, 05:42 PM	#3
BJ Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: asia Posts: 5,590	I have for the same reason above but I do agree it makes things difficult when trying to verify identity.

01-28-2007, 05:57 PM	#5
StarkReality Confirmed User Join Date: May 2004 Location: 4 8 15 16 23 42 Posts: 4,444	I'd say it this way: Domain anonymity doesn't mean a webmaster is less reputable, but not revealing identity makes it certainly harder for programs/owners/webmasters to build up reputation if they aren't around for a long time or well known anyway. With google's new "whois patent" many will probably think twice in the future if they use anonymity services, because penalties for domains using them could be just around the corner. Btw, this anonymity isn't 100% effective anyway...since there are things like whois history publically available.

01-28-2007, 06:19 PM	#9
Jace FBOP Class Of 2013 Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: bumfuck, ky Posts: 35,562	yes, I do my home is my office, i don't want everyone and their mother knowing where I live

01-28-2007, 07:32 PM	#10
GTS Mark Vrume Mark Industry Role: Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Toronto, Canada Posts: 20,912	Interesting responses, thanks guys DH

01-28-2007, 07:47 PM	#12
slapass Too lazy to set a custom title Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Earth Posts: 14,622	Not sure if I am reputable but i use those too.

01-28-2007, 09:14 PM	#14
teg0 Confirmed User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Gringo in Puerto Rico Posts: 4,204	I use them and I'm not any less reputable.

01-28-2007, 11:37 PM	#16
Xplicit Confirmed User Join Date: May 2003 Location: █◄►█ Posts: 3,558	Yeah I use them for my domains whois info. If you dont, you get snail mail addressed to your porno .com's which i dont like.

01-28-2007, 11:53 PM	#17
warlock5 Confirmed User Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Uranus Posts: 2,808	Absolutely, otherwise its really easy to do a reverse DNS and then someone can see all your sites if they know one.

01-28-2007, 11:55 PM	#18
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01-29-2007, 01:08 AM	#19
wyldworx So Fucking Banned Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: oz-trailer Posts: 5,144	sounds like a good idea to me.

01-29-2007, 01:10 AM	#20
chaze Confirmed User Industry Role: Join Date: Aug 2002 Posts: 9,752	other then a couple letters I never have been contacted about my domains. So why pay more for it?

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01-29-2007, 07:17 AM	#29
Matt-RevShare Confirmed User Join Date: May 2006 Location: The ATL Posts: 298	I do everything above board and I really despise the anonymous registrar. I wouldn't be surprised to see these things outlawed and I think they should be. Its against the law to give false information in your registration and this circumvents the whole purpose of having a public whois system anyway. Well, enough of my soapbox, but I do feel strongly about this. Matt __________________ If you build galleries, free sites or blogs to promote adult sponsor programs then you owe it to your self to check out RevShare Hosting Today! Check out Globally Translated and make money from your existing business by translating your site today! Who is this Matt guy?-Read the Ambush Interview!! ICQ: 254-829-586

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