Domain Name API for Developers

A simple, RESTful API to check domain name availability. Perfect for domain search tools, registrar integrations, and automated workflows.

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curl "https://domscan.net/v1/status?name=startup&tlds=com,io,co,dev"

Example Response

{
  "name": "startup",
  "results": [
    { "domain": "startup.com", "available": false, "source": "rdap", "latency_ms": 156 },
    { "domain": "startup.io", "available": false, "source": "rdap", "latency_ms": 203 },
    { "domain": "startup.co", "available": false, "source": "rdap", "latency_ms": 189 },
    { "domain": "startup.dev", "available": true, "source": "rdap", "latency_ms": 167 }
  ]
}

Key Features

RESTful Design

Simple GET and POST endpoints with JSON responses.

No Authentication

Start free with 10,000 credits per month and build right away.

Fast Response Times

50-500ms typical latency, with caching for instant results.

Detailed Responses

Get availability, registry status, expiration dates, and more.

CORS Enabled

Works directly from browser-based applications.

Global Edge Network

Deployed on Cloudflare Workers for low latency worldwide.

Bulk Endpoints

Check hundreds of domains in a single API request.

IDN Support

Full support for internationalized domain names.

Frequently Asked Questions

What format does the API return?

All responses are JSON. The API returns domain availability status, source (rdap or cache), timestamp, and additional metadata like registry status and RDAP events when available.

Do I need an API key?

No. You can start free with 10,000 credits per month and make requests immediately.

What is the API rate limit?

The free plan includes generous limits. Cached queries are unlimited. Fresh RDAP lookups are rate-limited to protect upstream registries. Add prefer_cache=1 for best performance.

Can I use this in production?

Yes, the API is production-ready and runs on Cloudflare Workers global infrastructure. We recommend implementing fallback logic for your critical applications.

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