Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect personal information about you when you:

• Access our website and browse our services
• Register for an account with CloudByteHost
• Purchase hosting services, domains, or other products
• Contact our support team via live chat, email, or phone
• Submit support tickets or feedback
• Participate in customer surveys
• Use our client portal

Types of Information Collected

1. Account Information:

• Full name, email address, and phone number
• Billing address and company information (if applicable)
• Account username and login credentials

2. Payment Information:

• Payment gateway tokens (we do NOT store complete credit card numbers or bank account details)
• Billing history and transaction records
• Invoice information

3. Technical Information:

• IP address and geographic location
• Browser type, version, and device information
• Referring website and pages visited
• Login activity and usage statistics

4. Service Information:

• Domain names registered or transferred
• Hosting account details and configurations
• Website files and databases (as part of hosting services)
• Email communications related to your services

5. Communication Records:

• Support tickets and live chat transcripts
• Email correspondence with our team
• Phone call records (for quality and training purposes)
• Feedback and survey responses

6. Marketing Information:

• How you found CloudByteHost (referral source)
• Marketing preferences and communication choices
• Newsletter subscription status

How We Use Your Information

We use your personal information for the following purposes:

1. Service Delivery:

• Create and manage your CloudByteHost account
• Verify your identity and prevent fraud
• Provide web hosting, domain registration, and related services
• Process payments and manage billing
• Deliver customer support and technical assistance

2. Service Improvement:

• Customize our website and services to your preferences
• Analyze usage patterns to improve performance
• Develop new features and services
• Monitor and improve our 99.9% uptime guarantee

3. Communication:

• Send service-related notifications and updates
• Notify you of security issues or maintenance schedules
• Respond to your inquiries and support requests
• Send promotional emails (only if you've opted in)

4. Legal and Security:

• Comply with legal obligations and regulatory requirements
• Cooperate with law enforcement when legally required
• Prevent fraud, abuse, and unauthorized access
• Protect the security of our infrastructure and your data
• Enforce our Terms of Service

5. Migration Services:

• Assist with website transfers from other hosting providers
• Access your existing hosting accounts (with your authorization)
• Transfer files, databases, and email accounts

Data Retention

We retain your personal information for as long as:

• Your account remains active with CloudByteHost
• Required to provide you with services
• Necessary for legal, accounting, or regulatory purposes
• You maintain an active hosting service or domain registration

Data Security

CloudByteHost takes data security seriously. We implement industry-standard security measures including:

• SSL/TLS encryption for all data transmission
• Secure data centers in the USA, Singapore, and Germany
• Firewall protection and intrusion detection systems
• Regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Access controls limiting who can view your information
• Employee training on data protection and confidentiality
• Regular backups to prevent data loss
• DDoS protection for our infrastructure

Sharing Your Information

We do NOT sell your personal information to third parties. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

1. Service Providers:

• Payment processors (for billing)
• Data center operators (for hosting infrastructure)
• Email service providers (for communications)
• Security and fraud prevention services

2. Legal Requirements:

• When required by law or valid legal process
• To protect our rights, property, or safety
• To prevent fraud or security threats
• In response to government requests

3. Business Transfers:

• In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets
• Your information may be transferred to the new entity

4. With Your Consent:

• When you explicitly authorize us to share your information
• For specific services you've requested

Your Data Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the following rights:

To exercise these rights, contact us at support@cloudbytehost.com or through your client portal.

Cookies and Tracking

CloudByteHost uses cookies and similar technologies to:

• Remember your login sessions
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Improve user experience
• Deliver targeted advertising (with your consent)

You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. However, disabling cookies may affect website functionality.

International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and stored in our data centers located in:

We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for international transfers in compliance with data protection regulations.

Children's Privacy

CloudByteHost services are not intended for individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a minor, please contact us immediately.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. CloudByteHost is not responsible for the privacy practices of these external sites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this privacy policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Effective Date" at the top indicates when the policy was last revised. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us: