Identifying Your Domain Host

Identifying Your Domain Host

A domain host is a company that manages the domain name system (DNS) servers and the DNS records for your domain.

How to Identify the Domain Host for Your Domain:

  • Go to www.whois.net
  • Enter your domain name in the input field         
  • Click Go

The results of your query will list the registrar and at least two domain name servers for your domain.


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