WHOIS Domain Lookup
Learn about the ownership & history of any domain.
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What is the WHOIS database?
The WHOlS database is a searchable list of every single domain currently registered in the world. When someone searches for a web address on WHOIS, they’ll find the owner’s contact info, the dates of domain creation and expiration, and the names of the domain’s registrar and hosting services.
The information found in WHOlS can help people contact owners of a website, or keep tabs on a coveted domain that’s set to expire. Accredited registrars, like MODA Technologies.com, are required by the Internet Corporation of Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) to publish WHOIS data for every newly-registered domain.
How MODA Technologies safeguards your privacy
While “domainers” (people who play the domain aftermarket) often keep their contact details visible to facilitate faster sales, most website owners prefer to keep their personal data out of the public eye. That’s where MODA comes in. As your domain mediator—we’ll provide the public with our info instead of yours and forward along all valid messages. Here’s how we make that happen:
Our WHOIS Privacy is free & automatic
That’s how much we value your right to privacy online. When you register a domain with MODA Technologies, you’re opted into WHOIS Domain Privacy by default. This means your name, phone number, email, and physical address won’t be added to the public WHOIS records. If you prefer to make this information public, it’s easy to turn off WHOIS privacy from within your client dashboard.
We stand guard against fraudsters
Scammers often misuse public records like WHOIS, exploiting any identifying information they can find. We keep your personal phone number, email, and home address out of the wrong hands. With MODA Technologies’s WHOIS protection, you’ll be avoiding the spam, scams, and phishing attempts that overwhelm many domain owners’ inboxes.
We bring in the best
We partner with Anonymize.com to bring you secure WHOIS Privacy, guaranteed. Instead of allowing your private information to be displayed online for all to see, Anonymize securely hides your contact data, while following all ICANN privacy protocols. You retain full ownership of your domain, without advertising your personal information to the world.
We’ve got business owners covered too!
Starting a business? You can trust MODA Technologies to protect your privacy every step of the way. Along with free WHOIS Privacy, a dedicated phone number, and a professional email address, we can now provide you with top-tier registered agent services—and help you keep your name and address off your state’s public records—thanks to our partnership with Registered Agents, Inc..
The domain I want is registered-now what?
Find out who owns the domain
Use our WHOIS Lookup tool at the top of this page to find out who owns the domain you’re after. Just type in the domain name, and we’ll provide you with either the registrant (owner) details, or the name and contact information of their registrar, who can pass your message along.
STEP 2
Visit the site to see if it’s for sale
If you haven’t already, make sure to check out the URL itself. If the owner wants to sell the domain name, they might have a landing page with information about how to contact them and the price they’re asking. If not, you’ll probably find a “Contact” or “About” page with a contact form, email address, or another way to reach the owner directly.
STEP 3
Contact the domain owner
Once you have a sure-fire way to contact the owner (or their registrar), craft a message that includes an offer for the domain. In cases like this, prices for domain names can range from a few dollars to thousands, so consider beforehand what your budget is. Then, the ball is in their court—they’ll either accept, counter or reject your offer.
STEP 4
Keep an eye on the expiration date
If the owner doesn’t reply, or if they counter with something outside of your budget, you can always wait them out. The information returned from your WHOIS search will let you know when the domain is set to expire (if the registrant doesn’t renew it). That will put the name back into circulation, which means you’ll be able to register it yourself. Be ready to act quickly.
STEP 5
Adjust your domain name
If you’re willing to try out a different domain name, there are ways to make small changes that can still highlight your vision. Try a different top-level domain (or TLD), like .com and .io, because many TLDs are far less populated than the big ones (.com, .net, .org). You can also make small changes to your domain by adding or removing words, until you land on something that’s available.
Don’t lose hope if your first-choice domain name is already registered to someone. If you’re in it for the long haul, some patience and saved funds could make your dream happen. In the meantime, don’t hesitate to find a domain that will work for you right now to help you get online. Because the best way to get ahead is to get started.
Frequently Asked Questions
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