WHOIS.is Tutorials & Guides

  • Domain Name Litigation: How to Win the Fight for Your Online Identity (And Your Money)

    You’ve poured your heart and soul (and probably a ton of cash) into building your brand. You’ve got a killer website, a loyal customer base, and things are finally taking off. Then, BAM! You find out some sneaky squatter has snatched up your domain name or something ridiculously close to it. Now they’re either trying […]

  • How to Protect Your Brand From Domain Name Cybersquatting

    Imagine this: You’ve poured your heart and soul into building your business. You’ve got a killer product, a loyal customer base, and a brand name that’s starting to gain some serious traction. But then, you go to register your domain name, and BAM! Someone else already owns it. That, my friend, is the nightmare of […]

  • How to Make Money with Domain Name Speculation

    Look, I’m not going to lie. Domain name speculation is like the Wild West out there. It’s a high-stakes game where you can either strike gold or end up with a bunch of worthless digital dust. But hey, that’s what makes it exciting, right? If you’re looking for a get-rich-quick scheme, this ain’t it. But […]

  • 6 Best Domain Name Appraisal Online Tools (and How to Use Each)

    Want to know what your domain name is really worth? Maybe you’re sitting on a digital goldmine. Or maybe that “killer” domain you bought is just taking up cyberspace. Either way, you need to know the REAL value of your online real estate. That’s where domain appraisal tools come in. Think of them like Zillow […]

  • 6 Best Online Domain Age Checkers (And How To Use Each)

    Want to know the age of a website? Maybe you’re trying to scope out the competition. Or maybe you’re suspicious of a site that seems a little too new. Whatever your reason, you need a domain age checker. Think of it like a background check for websites. It gives you valuable intel that can inform […]

  • Where Does WHOIS Information Come From?

    Want to know who’s really behind that website? Think of Whois information as the internet’s private investigator. It pulls back the curtain and reveals the owner’s contact information, registration details, and more. Why should you care? Whether you’re scoping out a competitor, concerned about a website’s legitimacy, or simply curious, Whois gives you the intel […]

  • WHOIS Windows Command Not Working? Here’s The Fix Fast

    You’re trying to use the whois command in your Windows command prompt, and it’s throwing an error. Frustrating, right? Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered. We’ll fix that pesky error and then I’ll show you how to become a true domain detective, uncovering valuable information hidden in plain sight. Why whois Fails in Windows (and […]

  • Is WHOIS API Free? (The Truth No One Tells You)

    Look, I’m not going to waste your time with a bunch of fluff. You want to know if WHOIS API is free? The answer is: it depends. Mic drop. Okay, okay, I hear you. “Depends” isn’t exactly helpful. So let’s break it down, Hormozi-style, with no BS. What the Heck is a WHOIS API Anyway? […]

  • How to Add a Reverse DNS Record to Your Mail Server

    Want to boost your email deliverability and look like a pro? Then you need to set up a reverse DNS (rDNS) record for your mail server. Think of it like a return address for your emails. It tells receiving mail servers that your emails are legit and not some spammy garbage. No more emails ending […]

  • What should my SMTP banner be?

    Want to make sure your emails land in the inbox? Then you need to pay attention to your SMTP banner. It’s the first thing other mail servers see when you try to send an email, and it can make or break your deliverability. Think of it like this: your SMTP banner is your server’s handshake. […]