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Use our free domain registration checker to see if your next domain is registered. One search, a clear answer, no account needed.
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How the domain check works
Get from a name idea to a useful answer in three straightforward steps.
We check the registry
Domainly queries public registration data and also makes sure the extension itself is a real, active TLD.
Get a clear answer
See whether the name is registered, appears available, or needs a second look because the registry could not confirm it.
For a wider view, use the popular extensions option to compare the same name across several high-interest TLDs at once.
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Check any domain before you build around it.
Domainly checks publicly available registration records to help you understand whether a domain name is already registered. Enter a complete domain name, including its extension, and the result appears in seconds.
A result marked available means no current registration record was found. A registered result means the name is already claimed. Registry data can change, so confirm availability with your preferred registrar before buying.
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Domain availability FAQ
How do I check if a domain is registered?
Type the full domain name, such as yourbusiness.com, into the checker. Domainly looks up its public registration status and returns the result.
Does available mean I can buy the domain?
It means no current registration record was found. Availability can change quickly, so check with a domain registrar before making plans around a name.
Can I check any domain extension?
You can check many common domain extensions. Some country-code or specialist extensions may have registries that do not publish a lookup result.
What does registered mean?
Registered means a public registration record exists for the domain. It may still be possible to buy it from its current owner, but it is not available for standard registration.
Why can a domain be unavailable even when there is no website?
A domain can be registered without pointing to a website. People often protect a name for a future project, redirect it, or use it only for email.
How accurate is a domain availability check?
The result reflects public registration data at the time of the check. A registrar is the final authority when you are ready to purchase a name.
What should I do when my domain is available?
Register it promptly with the registrar you prefer. Popular names can be claimed quickly, so availability cannot be reserved by a lookup.
What are popular domain extensions?
Popular choices include .com, .org, .net, .io, .co, .ai, .app and .dev. The best extension depends on your audience, location and brand.