A WHOIS lookup is a search tool that provides information about a domain, including details about its owner, registration date, expiration date, and the domain's current registrar. This information can be useful for domain verification and internet security checks.
A DNS lookup retrieves DNS (Domain Name System) records for a domain, which include IP addresses, mail server information, and other data related to the domain's configuration. DNS lookups help understand how domains are connected to servers and the internet.
Yes, our IP lookup tool uses geolocation data to provide information about the estimated geographic location of an IP address. However, the accuracy may vary, and it usually does not pinpoint an exact location, especially for residential IP addresses.
For privacy reasons, some registrars allow domain owners to use WHOIS protection services, which hide personal details like name, address, and contact information. In these cases, the WHOIS lookup may show proxy information instead of the actual owner’s details.
DNS records are entries in a DNS database that specify the IP address and other settings for a domain. Common DNS records include A records (address records), MX records (mail exchange), CNAME records (canonical name), and TXT records (text records for various uses).
No, IP lookups can only estimate an IP address's general location, such as a city or region. It cannot pinpoint the exact location of a person or device due to privacy laws and the nature of IP address allocation.
You can protect your domain's WHOIS information by enabling WHOIS privacy protection through your domain registrar. This feature hides your personal details in public WHOIS databases, helping prevent spam and unwanted contact.
IP addresses, particularly dynamic IPs, can change periodically, especially for residential internet users. The same IP address may also be reassigned to different users over time, leading to variations in lookup results.
A DNS lookup can provide various types of records such as A records, which map the domain to an IP address; MX records, which identify mail servers; and NS records, which specify the authoritative name servers. These records are essential for the correct functioning of a domain.
Our IP lookup tool provides information about the ISP and general location for an IP address, but not the exact owner or personal details. IP ownership details are restricted and typically only accessible by authorized entities.