Compliance & Service Model

VpLab LTD operates under a clearly defined service model aligned with applicable RIR policies, data protection regulations, and contractual frameworks. This page clarifies what we do, what we don't do, and how we ensure compliance.

Service Model Clarification

What We Do

  • IP Brokerage: Facilitate connections between buyers and sellers of IPv4/IPv6 resources under applicable RIR transfer policies
  • RIPE Objects Management: Provide administrative, operational, and technical services related to RIPE NCC database objects
  • Transfer Coordination: Manage documentation workflow and registry coordination for policy-compliant transfers
  • LIR Support: Assist with Local Internet Registry operations, contact management, and RIPE NCC communication
  • Consulting: Provide advisory services on resource strategy, policy compliance, and operational workflows
  • Documentation Services: Prepare and maintain registry documentation, audit trails, and compliance records

What We Don't Do

  • IP Address Leasing/Rental: We do not lease, rent, or provide temporary use of IP address space
  • Resource Assignment: We do not assign or transfer Internet number resources outside formal RIR procedures
  • Unauthorized Announcements: We do not facilitate BGP announcements without proper resource authorization
  • Policy Circumvention: We do not assist with activities that bypass or violate RIR policies
  • Unregistered Transfers: We do not facilitate off-registry or undocumented resource movements
  • Non-B2B Engagements: All services are strictly business-to-business; we do not serve individual consumers

Critical Distinction: VpLab LTD provides services related to Internet number resources and RIPE Objects. We do not own, lease, rent, or directly provide Internet number resources themselves. All resource allocations, assignments, and transfers occur through and are governed by the applicable Regional Internet Registry (RIR).

Policy Compliance Framework

RIR Policy Alignment

All brokerage and transfer activities strictly follow applicable Regional Internet Registry policies (RIPE NCC, ARIN, APNIC, LACNIC, AFRINIC)

GDPR Compliance

Data processing activities comply with UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018, with appropriate data handling procedures and privacy safeguards

UK Company Law

VpLab LTD is registered in England and Wales (Company No. 13576060) and operates under applicable UK corporate and commercial law

Contractual Framework

All engagements governed by written service agreements with defined scope, deliverables, terms, and dispute resolution procedures

Documentation Standards

Comprehensive documentation practices ensuring audit trail completeness, record accuracy, and procedural transparency

Professional Standards

Services delivered with attention to professional conduct, conflict of interest management, and ethical business practices

RIR Policy Adherence

Our brokerage and resource management services are structured around the policies of the relevant Regional Internet Registry.

RIPE NCC (Europe, Middle East, Central Asia)

  • • IPv4 transfer policy compliance (RIPE-733)
  • • LIR requirements and procedures
  • • Documentation standards
  • • Inter-RIR transfer coordination

ARIN (North America)

  • • Section 8.3 (M&A) and 8.4 (specified transfers)
  • • Needs verification requirements
  • • RSA and LRSA compliance
  • • Inter-RIR transfer procedures

APNIC (Asia-Pacific)

  • • Transfer policy framework
  • • Recipient eligibility requirements
  • • Documentation procedures
  • • Inter-RIR transfer coordination

LACNIC & AFRINIC

  • • Regional transfer policies
  • • Justification requirements
  • • Registry procedures
  • • Inter-RIR coordination

Data Protection & Privacy

Lawful Basis

Personal data processing under contractual necessity and legitimate interests with appropriate legal basis documentation

Data Minimization

Collection and processing limited to data necessary for service delivery and regulatory compliance

Security Measures

Technical and organizational measures to protect data integrity, confidentiality, and availability

Data Subject Rights

Procedures for handling access requests, rectification, erasure, and other GDPR rights

Retention Policies

Defined data retention periods aligned with legal obligations and business requirements

Third-Party Processing

Appropriate safeguards for any data processing performed by sub-processors or partners

For detailed information on data processing practices, see our Privacy Policy.

Engagement Terms & Conditions

B2B Service Delivery

All VpLab LTD services are delivered exclusively on a business-to-business basis. Each engagement is governed by a written service agreement that defines:

  • Scope of services and specific deliverables
  • Fee structure and payment terms
  • Service level agreements and response times
  • Communication protocols and reporting requirements
  • Liability limitations and indemnification provisions
  • Confidentiality obligations
  • Dispute resolution procedures
  • Termination conditions

No Resource Ownership

VpLab LTD does not own, hold, or control Internet number resources. We provide services related to such resources but do not act as a resource holder or assignee. All resource allocations and assignments remain under the governance of the applicable RIR.

No IP Leasing or Rental

VpLab LTD does not lease, rent, or provide temporary use of IP address space. Any characterization of our services as "IP rental" or "IP leasing" is inaccurate. We provide administrative, operational, and technical services related to RIPE Objects and facilitate policy-compliant transfers through registered RIR procedures.

Limitations of Liability

VpLab LTD's liability is limited as defined in each service agreement. We are not responsible for RIR decisions, policy changes, transfer rejections, or third-party actions beyond our control. Detailed terms are provided in our Terms of Service.

Company Information

VpLab LTD
Company No. 13576060
Registered in England and Wales

Registered Address:
175 Darkes Lane, Brosnan House
Suite 2b, Potters Bar
EN6 1BW England, United Kingdom

Contact:
Email: support@vplab.ltd
Phone: +44 7700 183530

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