Overview
This guide is crafted for HSJ Host users to assist in managing and updating the WHOIS information for their domains through the HSJ portal. WHOIS information is a publicly available record that contains the contact details of a domain's registrant, including name, phone number, email address, and physical address. Keeping this information up-to-date is crucial for maintaining domain registration compliance, ensuring privacy, and facilitating necessary communications regarding your domain.
Prerequisites
Before updating your WHOIS information, ensure you have:
- An active domain registered with HSJ Host.
- Logged into your HSJ portal with the necessary permissions to access domain management features.
Procedure
1. Accessing Your Domain Management Dashboard
- Log in to your HSJ portal. Navigate to the dashboard where you manage your domain registrations and settings.
2. Locating WHOIS Management Options
- Select the domain for which you wish to update WHOIS information. Look for an option labeled "WHOIS Information," "Edit Contact Details," or similar.
3. Updating WHOIS Information
- Review the current WHOIS information displayed. You can update details such as the registrant's name, contact email, address, and phone number.
- Enter the new or updated information in the respective fields. Make sure all details are accurate and up-to-date to comply with domain registration policies.
- Save your changes. There may be a verification process via email to confirm the updates to your WHOIS information.
4. Considering WHOIS Privacy Protection
- Decide if you wish to enable WHOIS privacy protection for your domain. This service hides your personal information from the public WHOIS database, replacing it with anonymised information.
Conclusion
Maintaining accurate WHOIS information is essential for any domain owner. It not only ensures compliance with domain registration policies but also facilitates essential communications. Through the HSJ portal, updating your domain's WHOIS information is a straightforward process that helps protect your privacy and maintain the integrity of your online presence. Should you encounter any issues or have questions about updating your WHOIS information or enabling WHOIS privacy protection, the HSJ Host support team is available to assist you.
