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Domain Parking Checker

Check DNS records, redirects, and page HTML for signs that a domain may be parked or for sale; when the evidence is inconclusive, the result stays unknown.

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Parking detection results

API endpoint

GET /v1/parking?domain=example.com

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.

Start with the live form

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

Review decision-ready signals

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

Automate the workflow that works

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

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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.

Live Service status

Check live service health and documented failure responses before you integrate.

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

10,000 Free allowance

Start with 10,000 monthly credits and upgrade only when usage grows.

Key Features

Status

Check DNS records, redirects, and page HTML for signs that a domain may be parked or offered for sale; inconclusive checks remain unknown.

For sale

Show marketplace and "for sale" indicators when they appear.

Confidence

Combine DNS, redirect, and content clues into a confidence score.

Example request

GET /v1/parking?domain=example.com HTTP

GET /v1/parking?domain=example.com

Example response

Parking detection results JSON

{
  "is_parked": true,
  "is_for_sale": true,
  "parking_provider": "Afternic",
  "confidence": 0.87,
  "aftermarket_listings": [{ "platform": "Afternic", "detected_via": "html" }]
}

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

What is a parked domain?

A parked domain displays placeholder content, ads, or a "for sale" page instead of a functioning website. Domain parking is commonly used by registrars, investors, and aftermarket platforms to monetize unused domains.

How does parking detection work?

We analyze DNS records (CNAME, NS), HTTP redirects, and HTML content patterns to identify known parking providers like Sedo, Bodis, Afternic, HugeDomains, and more. Multiple signals increase confidence.

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