Find out how long a domain has existed
A domain’s registration date is one of the quickest ways to judge a website. It tells you whether a business has been online for a decade or appeared last month, whether a domain you want to buy has a long history, and when it is due for renewal. This tool reads the public registration record for any domain and turns the dates into a clear age in years, months and days.
The data comes from RDAP, the modern replacement for WHOIS that registries publish openly. Your browser asks the public RDAP bootstrap service directly, so this site never sees or stores the domains you search. Coverage depends on the registry: most common extensions such as .com, .net, .org and many country codes return results, while a few registries do not publish creation dates.
Keep in mind that domain age is only one signal. An old domain can be neglected and a new one can be excellent, so use the result as context rather than a verdict.
How to use the Domain Age Checker
- Type or paste a domain such as
example.com. Full web addresses work too. - Press Check age or hit Enter.
- Read the age, the registration date, the expiry date and the registrar if the registry publishes them.
- If nothing is found, check your spelling and try the main domain rather than a subdomain.
What you get
- Age shown in exact years, months and days.
- Registration and expiry dates in a readable format.
- Registrar name when it is published.
- Uses public RDAP data fetched straight from your browser.
- No sign-up and no search history kept by this site.
When it comes in handy
- Researching a website before you buy from it or partner with it.
- Vetting an expired or second-hand domain before you purchase it.
- Comparing competitors’ history during SEO research.
- Checking when your own or a client’s domain needs renewal.
- Spotting very new domains behind suspicious emails or offers.
Tips for better results
- Search the registered domain, not a subdomain. Use
example.comrather thanblog.example.com. - A recent registration date on an old brand can mean the domain changed hands. Cross-check with other sources.
- Expiry dates can show a registrar’s default period rather than the owner’s plan, so treat them as a guide.
- Privacy services hide owner details but normally still show registration and expiry dates.
- Pair domain age with other checks such as the SEO Score Checker for a fuller picture.
Frequently asked questions
Where does the domain data come from?
From RDAP, the public registration data protocol operated by domain registries. The lookup goes from your browser to the public RDAP service.
Why does it say no record was found?
The spelling may be wrong, the domain may not be registered, or the registry may not publish RDAP data. Try again with just the main domain.
Does domain age affect SEO?
Search engines do not publish a rule that older domains rank better. Age often correlates with established links and history, but quality and relevance matter far more.
Can I check a subdomain?
Registration belongs to the main domain. Enter example.com instead of a subdomain.
Why is the owner not shown?
Many registrants use privacy protection, and registries redact personal details. This tool only shows dates and the registrar.
Is the expiry date reliable?
It shows what the registry reports. Owners often renew early or auto-renew, so a near expiry date does not always mean the domain will lapse.
Does this site store the domains I search?
No. The request is made by your browser and this site keeps no record of it.
More from our network
UseTools.in also runs a Domain Age Checker, together with other free online tools.