Privacy Policy

Last Updated: November 2025

At ExpanseHost, we respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal data. This privacy policy explains how we collect, use, store, and protect your information when you use our services.

0. Data Controller

Cosmorack LTD (Company No. 15759478), registered in the United Kingdom, is the Data Controller responsible for personal data processed by Expanse Host. You may contact our Data Protection team at [email protected].

1. Information We Collect

We collect several types of information to provide and improve our services:

Personal Information

This includes your name, email address, billing address, phone number, and payment information when you register for an account or purchase our services.

Technical Information

We automatically collect IP addresses, browser types, device information, operating system details, and access times when you use our services.

Usage Data

We collect information about how you interact with our services, including pages visited, features used, and performance metrics.

Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience and analyze site usage.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the collected information for the following purposes:

  • To provide, maintain, and improve our hosting services
  • To process payments and manage billing
  • To communicate with you about your account, services, and support requests
  • To send important updates, security alerts, and administrative messages
  • To detect, prevent, and address technical issues and security threats
  • To analyze usage patterns and improve user experience
  • To comply with legal obligations and enforce our terms of service

2.1. Legal Basis for Processing (GDPR)

We process personal data under the following legal bases:

  • Performance of a contract (providing hosting services)
  • Legitimate interests (security, fraud prevention, service optimization)
  • Legal obligation (tax, compliance)
  • Consent (marketing emails, non-essential cookies)

3. Data Storage and Security

We take the security of your data seriously and implement industry-standard measures to protect it.

Storage Location

Your data is stored on secure servers in data centers with physical and digital security measures. We use encrypted connections and secure protocols for all data transmission.

Security Measures

We employ encryption, firewalls, access controls, and regular security audits to protect your information from unauthorized access, disclosure, or destruction.

Data Retention

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary to provide our services and comply with legal obligations. Account data is retained while your account is active and for a reasonable period after closure. Security and access logs are retained for up to 12 months unless a longer retention period is required for investigation or legal compliance.

3.1. Security Monitoring and Abuse Prevention

We process certain technical data for security purposes, including detecting fraud, abuse, DDoS attacks, and unauthorized access. This includes IP logs, traffic patterns, and system-level metadata.

3.2. Access to Customer Server Content

We do not access customer server content unless required for troubleshooting with your permission or to comply with legal obligations. System logs (e.g., access logs, performance metrics) may be collected for security and operational purposes.

4. Information Sharing and Disclosure

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your data only in the following circumstances:

  • With service providers who help us operate our business (payment processors, hosting infrastructure providers)
  • When required by law, legal process, or government request
  • To protect our rights, property, or safety, and that of our users
  • In connection with a business transfer, merger, or acquisition
  • With your explicit consent for specific purposes

4.1. Service Providers and Subprocessors

We work with trusted third-party subprocessors such as payment processors (e.g., Stripe), datacenter operators, analytics providers, and email service providers. These subprocessors only receive information necessary to perform their function. A list is available upon request.

4.2. Data Breach Notification

In the event of a data breach affecting your personal data, we will notify you and relevant authorities in accordance with applicable laws.

5. Your Rights and Choices

You have certain rights regarding your personal information:

Access and Correction

You can access and update your account information at any time through your account dashboard or by contacting our support team.

Data Portability

You have the right to request a copy of your personal data in a structured, machine-readable format.

Deletion

You can request deletion of your account and personal data, subject to our legal obligations to retain certain information.

Marketing Communications

You can opt out of marketing emails by clicking the unsubscribe link in any promotional email or by adjusting your account preferences.

6. Cookies Policy

We use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on our website.

EU/EEA Cookie Consent

Users in the EU/EEA will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing acceptance or rejection of non-essential cookies.

Types of Cookies

We use essential cookies (required for site functionality), analytics cookies (to understand usage patterns), and preference cookies (to remember your settings).

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.

7. Third-Party Services

Our services may integrate with or link to third-party services that have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these external services. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies before sharing your information.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are not intended for individuals under 13 (or under 16 in jurisdictions where consent laws differ). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If we become aware that we have collected data from a minor, we will take steps to delete that information.

9. International Data Transfers

If personal data is transferred outside the UK or EU, we use safeguard mechanisms such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent lawful measures to ensure adequate protection.

9.1. California Privacy Rights (CCPA/CPRA)

We do not sell personal information. California residents have the right to know, delete, correct, and opt out of data selling/sharing. To exercise these rights, contact [email protected]

9.2. Account and Service Deletion

Deleting your account does not automatically delete active service data such as servers or backups. Billing records may be retained for legal and tax compliance. Backups may persist temporarily as part of routine system operation.

10. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the new policy on our website and updating the 'Last Updated' date. Your continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us at [email protected] or through our support ticket system.