WHOIS Lookup

Query registration ownership details.

What This Tool Does

Our WHOIS lookup tool queries official domain registrar databases to retrieve registration information. This includes the registrant (owner) details (when not privacy-protected), creation and expiration dates, registrar information, nameservers, and domain status codes. WHOIS data is essential for verifying domain ownership and investigating suspicious domains.

Common Use Cases

Check when a domain was registered and when it expires
Verify domain ownership for business transactions
Investigate potentially fraudulent or phishing domains
Find contact information for domain disputes
Check domain status (active, expired, pending transfer)

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is WHOIS information hidden or redacted?

Many domain owners use WHOIS privacy protection services to hide personal information from public view. GDPR and other privacy regulations have also led registrars to redact personal data by default in many regions.

What do WHOIS domain status codes mean?

Common status codes include: 'clientTransferProhibited' (transfer locked), 'redemptionPeriod' (expired, can be recovered), 'pendingDelete' (about to be released), and 'ok' or 'active' (normal functioning domain).

Can I find who owns any domain?

Not always. Privacy protection services mask owner details, and some registries (especially ccTLDs) have strict privacy policies. You may only see registrar information for protected domains.

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