Check how old a domain is, when it was registered and when it expires. Enter up to 8 domains at once. Results come from the official registration records published by domain registries through RDAP.
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How to use it
- Enter one or more domains, one per line, such as example.com or example.co.uk. Up to 8 at a time.
- You can paste full web addresses; the tool picks out the domain.
- Press Check age.
- Read each domain’s age in years and months, its registration date and its expiry date.
What the results mean
| Column | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Age | Years and months since the current registration began |
| Registered | The date the current registration began |
| Expires | When the registration runs out unless it’s renewed |
| Not registered | No registration record was found: the domain may be available |
Age counts from the current registration. If a domain expired, was deleted and was registered again later, the date shows the newer registration, not the first time anyone owned it. Moving a domain between registrars doesn’t usually reset the date.
Where the data comes from
The tool asks the domain’s registry using RDAP, the Registration Data Access Protocol. ICANN, which coordinates domain names, describes RDAP as the replacement for the old WHOIS system. For generic endings such as .com, .net and .org, registries and registrars must provide RDAP, and since 28 January 2025 most no longer have to run WHOIS.
Many country endings, including .uk, also publish RDAP. A few don’t, so the tool may not be able to check every ending. When that happens it says so.
Why domain age matters
- Spotting scams: a shop, bank or “official” site on a domain registered a few weeks ago is a warning sign. Many phishing and fake shop sites use brand new domains.
- Buying a domain: if you’re buying an existing domain, check its age and look at what it was used for before.
- Expiry reminders: check your own domains so they don’t lapse. An expired domain can take your website and email offline, and someone else may register it.
- Research: see how long a competitor or supplier has been online.
Does domain age help SEO?
Not directly. An older domain often ranks better because it has had time to build content, links and a good reputation, not because of the date itself. A new domain with genuinely useful content can still do well. Focus on quality rather than age.
Checking a website is genuine
| Check | Warning sign |
|---|---|
| Domain age | Registered in the last few months |
| Spelling | Small changes from a real brand, like extra letters or swapped endings |
| Contact details | No physical address, company number or landline |
| Prices | Much cheaper than everywhere else |
| Payment | Only bank transfer or crypto, no card protection |
One warning sign isn’t proof, but several together are a reason to stay away. You can see which platform a site runs on with the website technology lookup.
Privacy
Most registries now hide the names, addresses and emails of individual domain owners from public lookups, so this tool shows dates only. It doesn’t show who owns a domain.
Frequently asked questions
How do I find out how old a domain is?
Enter the domain here and press Check age. The tool reads its registration date from the official registry record.
Why is the age different from when the site started?
Age counts from the current registration. If the domain lapsed and was registered again, it shows the newer date.
Can I check .co.uk domains?
Yes. The .uk registry publishes RDAP records.
What is RDAP?
The Registration Data Access Protocol, the official replacement for WHOIS for looking up domain registration data.
Does an old domain rank better on Google?
Not because of age itself. Older domains have often built up content and links, which do help.
Can I see who owns a domain?
No. Owner details are usually hidden for privacy, and this tool only shows dates.
How many domains can I check at once?
Up to 8.
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