How to Find Your Domain Registrar and Nameservers

Introduction

Knowing your domain registrar (the company where your domain is registered) and your DNS nameservers (which control where your domain points) is essential for managing domain settings, updating DNS records, and connecting your site to services like Cloudflare or hosting providers.

This guide walks you through how to identify both using a WHO.IS lookup tool.

Before You Begin

Make sure you have the following ready:

• Your domain name (e.g., example.com).
• An active domain registration (expired domains may not show results).

Step 1: Find Your Domain Registrar

1. Visit a WHO.IS lookup site such as who.is.
2. Enter your domain name in the search field.
3. Review the results in the first section labeled Registrar.

• This section lists the company managing your domain registration (e.g., GoDaddy, Namecheap, Google Domains).

Step 2: Locate Your DNS Nameservers

1. On the same WHO.IS results page, scroll down to the Name Servers section.
2. This section is usually located just below the registrar details.
3. Note the list of DNS nameservers (e.g., ns1.cloudflare.com, ns2.cloudflare.com).

Troubleshooting and FAQs

Q: What if the WHO.IS lookup doesn’t show my registrar information?
A: Double-check that you entered your domain name correctly. If the issue persists, try another WHO.IS tool or contact your domain provider directly.

Q: What should I do if I don’t see any nameservers listed?
A: Ensure your domain is active and properly registered. If nameservers are missing, contact your registrar to confirm your DNS settings.