Whois look up
Find out who owns that domain!
Examples: google.com, bbc.co.uk, ebay.com, amazon.com
Whois
What is WHOIS?
As per ICANN regulations, when you register a domain name, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) requires your domain name registrar to submit your personal contact information to the WHOIS database. Once your listing appears in this online domain WHOIS directory, it is publicly available to anyone who chooses to check domain names using the WHOIS search tool.
There are a variety of third parties who may check domain names in the WHOIS check database, including:
- Individuals check domain names for expiration dates
- Registrars check domain names when transferring ownership
- Authorities check domain names when investigating criminal activity
Crafthost® must comply with the WHOIS database requirements set forth by ICANN.
However, in an effort to ensure that customers feel comfortable with the visibility of their personal information, Crafthost offers two options for your WHOIS database listing.
How can I protect my privacy online?
Crafthost believes that its customers should ultimately decide how their contact information will be listed in the WHOIS database. When you're ready to register a domain name, consider your WHOIS options before your personal information becomes available to the public. That’s why Crafthost provides Whois privacy protection with every domain registration or transfer at affordable price
Public WHOIS Database Listing
If you're comfortable with having your information available to the public — and don't want the extra fee associated with private domain registration — Crafthost will submit a public listing to the WHOIS lookup database. This listing will include your name, address, phone number, email address and domain name expiration date. Your website hosting IP address and host name will also be listed
Private WHOIS Database Listing
Having your personal information made available to the public will increase your risk of becoming a victim of hackers, spammers and even data miners. To keep your contact information out of the hands of those who may use it maliciously, Crafthost offers private domain name registration. For a small monthly fee, we'll act as your proxy — which means that anyone who does a WHOIS lookup for your domain name information will find our contact information, not yours
€9,99 /Year
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Your questions, our answers
What is the WHOIS database?
The WHOIS database is a publicly accessible listing of all registered domain names. It provides information about domain ownership, availability, creation, and expiration dates.
- - Uses: Network administrators use WHOIS data to fix issues, prevent fraud, and address trademark disputes.
- - Legal Protections: ICANN regulations prohibit the misuse of WHOIS data for spam or marketing purposes.
How can I use the WHOIS Lookup Tool?
Using the Crafthost WHOIS Lookup Tool is simple:
- - Enter the domain name you want to search in the tool.
- - Retrieve key data like availability, ownership details, and expiration dates.
How do I update my WHOIS information?
You can update your WHOIS contact details in your Crafthost account through the Domain Manager.
- - Steps: Update your contact information for all domains at once or one at a time.
- - Importance: Keeping information accurate ensures compliance with ICANN regulations and ensures you receive important correspondence.
What about my privacy?
Crafthost offers Domain Privacy Protection to safeguard your personal information.
- - Without privacy protection, WHOIS searches may reveal your name, address, and phone number.
- - With privacy protection, your personal data is replaced by proxy information, keeping it private while maintaining domain ownership.
What is ICANN?
ICANN (Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) is a non-profit organization responsible for managing and regulating the internet’s namespaces. It ensures that domain registrations, WHOIS data, and internet resources are standardized and secure.
How accurate is WHOIS data?
WHOIS data accuracy is maintained through regular verification:
- - Registrants must update their contact details annually or whenever they change.
- - Incorrect data can lead to domain suspension or cancellation.
- - ICANN allows users to report false WHOIS data, and registrars must correct and verify these reports promptly.
