Whois Lookup

Identify the owner of any domain using our whois and rdap lookup tool

Enter a valid domain name with its extension, for example:
examplewebsite.pk

Ever curious about who owns a domain? Whether you’re safeguarding your brand, confirming ownership, or exploring a potential purchase—our WHOIS & RDAP lookup tool delivers real-time, reliable domain registration details.

Fast, efficient, and privacy-aware—powered by RDAP for secure, modern access..

Understanding WHOIS

WHOIS is a publicly accessible database containing domain registration records. When a domain is registered, key details—such as owner name, email, registrar, and key dates—are stored in WHOIS records.

For years, WHOIS has been the standard protocol for retrieving domain ownership information.

Our WHOIS lookup tool provides instant access to this database..

You can discover:

Domain registration details (if publicly available)

Registrar and hosting information

Important dates (registration, expiry, renewal)

Name servers and DNS records

Domain status and security indicators

RDAP-formatted metadata

Domain availability and status (active, locked, pending transfer, etc.)

Contact information (unless protected by privacy services)

Who Benefits from This Tool?

Business owners: Verify domain exposure and check privacy settings

Potential buyers: Identify domain owners for acquisition

Competitors: Analyze industry domains and registration timelines

Agencies: Audit client domain portfolios efficiently

Curious users: Simply explore who’s behind any URL

Local Advantage: Based in Pakistan, we offer pricing in PKR with no hidden currency conversion fees..

Simple 3-Step Lookup

Type any domain (e.g., example.com.pk)

Click “Search Now”

Get complete RDAP results instantly

Why Our WHOIS Tool Stands Out

Instant results with real-time data

Works worldwide including Pakistani domains

No registration required

Truly unlimited free searches

Completely free with no hidden costs

Worried About Exposed Personal Information?

If your name, phone number, or email appears in WHOIS results, your domain lacks privacy protection.

Solution: When you register or transfer your domain with us, you can add Domain Privacy Protection for just PKR 850/year..

Get Domain Protection now

Understanding RDAP Technology

RDAP (Registration Data Access Protocol) is the modern, secure replacement for traditional WHOIS.

Think of WHOIS as a phone book, while RDAP is like a secure digital directory – faster, smarter, and privacy-focused.

RDAP is designed to replace WHOIS with:

GDPR-compliant data protection

Structured, machine-readable format

Enhanced security with access controls

Real-time updates direct from registries

Tiered access based on user authorization

Acquiring Expired or Taken Domains

Looking to buy a domain that’s already taken?

WHOIS / RDAP is the first step. Use it to identify the current owner, check if the domain is about to expire, and plan your acquisition strategy. If the owner’s email is public, you can reach out and negotiate directly.

Need help buying or brokering a domain? Our team can guide you through. Contact us via Live Chat.

Ready to protect or transfer your domain?

Want a domain that’s already registered?

Use our WHOIS/RDAP tool to:
- Identify the current owner
- Check expiration status
- Plan your acquisition strategy
If contact details are public, you can negotiate directly

Transfer Domain

Common Whois FAQs

What details appear in WHOIS records?

The WHOIS database is a public record of domain registration data. It typically includes:

Name servers and DNS settings

Domain owner/registrant name

Contact information (email, phone, address — if not hidden)

Domain registration and expiry dates

Registrar details (e.g., Truehost Kenya)

Domain status (e.g., active, expired, locked)

Name servers and DNS settings

How can I modify my WHOIS details?

To update your WHOIS contact details (such as name, email, phone number, or address):

Log into your Truehost Kenya client account.
Go to the “Domains” section and select the domain you want to update.
Click on “Edit Contact Information” or “Manage WHOIS”.
Make your changes and save.

Note: Updating WHOIS info may trigger a verification email. Be sure to confirm the changes through your email to avoid any disruptions.

How do I perform a WHOIS search?

Option 1: Use Online WHOIS Lookup Tools

You can use free WHOIS lookup websites like:

whois.domaintools.com
who.is
ICANN WHOIS
Truehost WHOIS

Steps:

Go to any WHOIS lookup site.
Enter the domain name (e.g., example.com) into the search bar.
Click Search / Lookup / Go.
View the domain’s details.

Option 2: Use Command Line (Advanced Users)

If you’re on a computer with a terminal (Linux, macOS, or Windows with WSL), type:

bashCopy codewhois example.com

You may need to install the whois command first depending on your OS.

Why is some domain info hidden?

Privacy Protection.
Domain owners can use a service to hide their personal info (name, email, phone) from the public WHOIS database.

Data Protection Laws (like GDPR)
Laws in many countries require registrars to hide personal info to protect user privacy.

Registrar Settings
Some registrars automatically hide info to keep users safe.

How to Contact the Owner

Only if their info is public. If the domain has WHOIS privacy, it won’t show emails or names. If the info is hidden, look for a contact form or use the proxy email shown in WHOIS — it forwards your message to the real owner (if enabled).

What does domain status like “clientTransferProhibited” mean?

The domain status “clientTransferProhibited” means the domain can’t be transferred to another registrar — at least for now.

What It Means:

The current registrar has locked the domain.
This prevents unauthorized transfers, helping protect your domain from being stolen.

Can I find out when a domain will expire?

Yes, you can! 🔍

How to Check a Domain’s Expiry Date:

Do a WHOIS Lookup
Use tools like:

who.is
ICANN WHOIS
Your registrar’s WHOIS tool (e.g., Truehost)

Look for:

“Registry Expiry Date” or
“Expiration Date” in the results

Example:
Registry Expiry Date: 2025-10-15T23:59:59Z

If You Can’t See It:

Some TLDs (like .pk) may not show all details publicly

The domain might be protected by privacy settings

How to hide domain information from WHOIS?

To hide your domain information from WHOIS, you need to enable WHOIS Privacy Protection (also called Domain Privacy).

How to Hide Your Domain Info:

Step-by-Step:

Log in to your domain registrar (like Truehost, GoDaddy, Namecheap, etc.).
Go to your domain management or dashboard.
Look for Privacy Protection or WHOIS Privacy.
Click Enable / Turn On.

What It Does:

Hides your name, email, phone, and address from the public WHOIS database.
Replaces them with generic or proxy contact info.

Notes:

Not all domain extensions (TLDs) support privacy (e.g., some .pk domains may not allow it).

Some registrars offer this for free, others charge a small fee.

Why is WHOIS info important?

WHOIS info is important because it helps identify who owns a domain and gives key details about it.

Why WHOIS Info Matters:

Security & Transparency. Helps protect brand identity, detect scams, and confirm legitimacy.

Ownership Details. Shows who registered the domain (unless hidden).

Domain Dates. Tells when the domain was created, updated, and when it will expire.

Transfer & Status Info. Shows if a domain is locked or available for transfer.

Contact Info. Lets people contact the owner (or proxy) — useful for buying, reporting abuse, etc.