Whois Domain Lookup
Find out who owns a domain name and check its availability.Questions
What is Whois?
As per ICANN regulations, when a domain is registered, registrants must provide registrars with up-to-date contact information. This information is displayed publicly in the Whois database. Whois database acts like a giant address book that anyone can view.
Why use Whois Lookup?
Using our Whois Lookup form you can find out:
Is the domain name available?
Who owns the domain?
What is the owner’s contact information?
When does the domain name registration expire?
How can I protect my privacy online?
We believe you should have control over how your contact information appears publicly. That's why we provide free, award-winning Whois privacy that hides your personal details using two layers of protection located in multiple jurisdictions - a proxy service and a privacy service - unlike others who offer only a single layer.
As a result, Trustname protects your personal information by replacing it twice with anonymized information in the Whois database, ensuring that you are safe from spam and identity theft.
Domain actions
Check Domain Availability
Use our Whois search tool to quickly find out if the domain name you want is not already taken. If it’s available, you can secure it immediately with our domain checker.
Find Domain Ownership Details
If the domain name you want is already taken, our Whois lookup can help you find details about the domain’s owner, including their contact information and the registrar.
Monitor Domain Renewal Dates
Check the domain's expiration date and be ready to register it if the current owner fails to renew it on time.
Why Trustname?
Because we understand: Your domain is a valuable business asset.
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When you buy a domain with us, you get add-ons worth more than $100. This gives you unbeatable value for your investment.
Ultimate Privacy
Every domain registration comes with lifetime free, exclusive two-tier Whois privacy protection, ensuring the highest level of privacy.
Transparent Pricing
We offer consistent pricing for domain registrations with no unexpected fees, unlike competitors who may offer low initial rates that increase dramatically upon renewal.
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is GDPR Compliant
At Trustname, we believe you have the right to decide how your contact information is displayed to the public, which is why we offer best in class, award-winning Whois Privacy free for life.
Our signature two-tier Whois privacy protection protects your personal information by replacing it with anonymized information in the Whois database, ensuring you are safe from spam and potential identity theft.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do you find out who owns a domain?
To find out who owns a domain, you can use a Whois lookup service to run a query on the domain name. This service allows you to enter a domain name and retrieve details about the registrant such as the owner's name, address, and contact information, unless the owner has opted for privacy protection.
What is the Whois database?
The Whois database is a publicly accessible directory that contains information about who owns every domain name on the Internet and their contact details. WHOIS data also includes other details like the domain registration and expiration dates, and the nameservers associated with the domain.
How to Use the Whois Data Search Tool?
To use our Whois data search tool, enter the domain name you're interested in, and click 'Search'. The tool will then display information related to the domain, such as the registrant's contact information unless the domain is protected by WHOIS Privacy.
How do I update my Whois information?
To update your domain's Whois information, log into your account, navigate to your domain list, click on the domain, and select 'Domain contacts' to see the contact details for your domain, and update the necessary fields. ICANN regulations require that this information be accurate and up-to-date.
How accurate is Whois data?
The accuracy of Whois data can vary. ICANN requires registrants to provide accurate information, which registrars must periodically verify. However, at Trustname, we value the privacy of our customers. We serve businesses in sensitive industries that require enhanced privacy and offer our signature two-tier privacy protection for free.
How can I protect my privacy?
At Trustname, we understand the importance of privacy. Every domain comes with generic Whois privacy that protects your personal information from potential breaches and unwanted exposure.
This service replaces your personal information in the Whois database with information from a proxy company, thus keeping your personal details hidden from the public eye. We also offer our signature third-party registration where you can register your domain in the name of our partner proxy company, Perfect Privacy LLC so your own information is never linked with the domain in the first place.This commitment to privacy makes us stand out in the vast sea of domain registrars. Read more on how our signature two-tier privacy protection works.
Is Trustname's Two-Tier privacy compliant with ICANN regulations?
Absolutely, the use of privacy proxies and/or Whois privacy protection services such as Perfect Privacy LLC or Whois Privacy Protection Service LLC is fine and is considered valid, protected Whois contact information under ICANN approval.
Our unique two-tier domain privacy protection service addresses this concern by replacing your personal contact information in the Whois database with our generic information. You retain ownership of your domain by having access to messages coming tо registrered administrative contact email adress while keeping your personal information secure.
The domain I want has already been registered. What now?
If the domain you want is already registered, you can decide to:
1. Choose a different domain: Try variations of your desired domain name or choose a different extension. Trustname offers over 800 domain extensions, so there are many alternatives.
2. Backorder the domain: If you're set on a particular domain, you can place a backorder. Trustname may offer services that automatically attempt to register the domain for you when it becomes available.
3. Contact the current owner: You can look up the domain's Whois information to see if the owner's contact information is available and contact them directly for a purchase. If the details are hidden due to privacy settings, this option may not be available.
4. Monitor the domain: Keep an eye on the domain in case it becomes available due to expiration or if the owner decides to sell it.
5. Use a broker service: Consider hiring a domain broker to negotiate a purchase on your behalf, especially if you can't contact the owner directly.