About the Domain Age & WHOIS Lookup
This domain age checker reads public registration data through RDAP, the Registration Data Access Protocol that has replaced classic WHOIS as the official source for generic top-level domains. It shows when the domain was registered and how old it is, when it expires, the registrar, its status codes (such as clientTransferProhibited) and its name servers.
Use it to check your own expiry date so the domain does not lapse, confirm which registrar controls a client's domain before a migration, or do due diligence before buying an expired or second-hand domain. Personal owner details are usually redacted for privacy, so contact the registrar if you need to reach the owner. Some country-code domains offer limited RDAP data.
How to use it
- Enter the domain name, without https:// or www.
- Review the registration date, age and expiry date.
- Check the registrar, status codes and name servers.
- Renew or update the domain at the registrar if needed.
Frequently asked questions
Is domain age a Google ranking factor?
Google has said domain age itself is not a ranking factor. Older domains may have earned more links and content over time, which can help, but a newly registered domain is not held back simply because it is new. Focus on content and reputation instead.
Why can't I see the domain owner's name?
Most registrars now redact personal contact details in public registration data for privacy, in line with laws such as the GDPR. The registrar's details are still shown, and registrars usually provide a contact form or relay to reach the registrant.
What is the difference between WHOIS and RDAP?
Both provide domain registration data. RDAP is the newer protocol with structured JSON responses, standard access and better internationalization. For generic top-level domains, ICANN has made RDAP the definitive source in place of the old WHOIS protocol. Country-code domains vary in support.