Website Categorization

Interactive intelligence tool

Run the check, then ship the workflow

Use the browser tool for a fast answer, then move the same logic into scripts, monitoring, or product flows when it becomes repeatable.

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Start with the live form

Enter a domain, URL, IP, email, or record and get a focused result without setup.

2

Review decision-ready signals

Outputs highlight statuses, risks, records, and next actions instead of raw provider noise.

3

Automate the workflow that works

Use the request and response examples to turn a one-off check into an API call or recipe.

What this tool helps you decide

Each page is shaped around a practical operational question, not just a raw lookup.

Signal

See the current DNS, registration, security, pricing, or reputation evidence.

Context

Compare the result with related checks so the next move is easier to trust.

Action

Copy examples, open linked tools, or move into API documentation when you need scale.

Trust signals before you integrate

Transparent docs, authenticated requests, and visible reliability details make it easier to evaluate DomScan before you ship.

Service status API artifacts

OpenAPI, Swagger, Postman, CLI, SDK, and MCP links are one click away.

API keys Protected access

Authenticated endpoints use API keys with clear credit costs before you call them.

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Active Example request

Start from the curl and HTTP samples, then map the parameters into your application code.

Key Features

Website Categorization - Free Tool | DomScan

We analyze website content, meta tags, keywords, and patterns to classify domains into industry categories like Technology, Finance, E-commerce, News, Entertainment, and more. Machine learning helps identify content themes.

Categories

We support 35 IAB-inspired top-level categories and 134 subcategories. Use /v1/categorize/taxonomy to retrieve the exact IDs and response names. Each domain may fit multiple categories with confidence scores, and we show the top 5 matches.

Analyze domain

Yes! Use GET /v1/categorize?domain=example.com to categorize domains via API. Useful for content filters, ad-tech platforms, and security tools.

Example request

Example request http

GET /v1/categorize?domain=example.com

Example response

Example response json

{
  "primary_category": "SaaS & Cloud",
  "primary_category_id": "IAB25",
  "categories": [
    { "category": "SaaS & Cloud", "confidence": 84 },
    { "category": "Technology & Computing", "confidence": 72 }
  ]
}

Built on the same API

The browser experience previews DomScan's structured endpoints, so teams can validate a use case before writing code.

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Frequently asked questions

How does website categorization work?

We analyze website content, meta tags, keywords, and patterns to classify domains into industry categories like Technology, Finance, E-commerce, News, Entertainment, and more. Machine learning helps identify content themes.

What categories are supported?

We support 35 IAB-inspired top-level categories and 134 subcategories. Use /v1/categorize/taxonomy to retrieve the exact IDs and response names. Each domain may fit multiple categories with confidence scores, and we show the top 5 matches.

Why would I want to categorize websites?

Categorization is useful for content filtering, parental controls, ad targeting, competitive analysis, market research, and compliance. Knowing what type of content a domain hosts helps make better decisions.

Is there an API for programmatic categorization?