What is WHOIS?
WHOIS is a query and response protocol that is widely used for querying databases that store the registered users or assignees of an Internet resource, such as a domain name, an IP address block, or an autonomous system.
What information does WHOIS provide?
- Domain registration date and expiration date
- Domain registrar information
- Domain owner contact details (if not private)
- Name servers associated with the domain
- Domain status and availability
- Last update date
Why use WHOIS lookup?
- Check domain availability: See if a domain is registered or available for purchase
- Research domain history: Find out when a domain was registered and last updated
- Contact domain owners: Get in touch with domain owners for business inquiries
- Verify domain details: Confirm registrar and name server information
- Monitor expiration dates: Keep track of when domains need to be renewed