Domain WHOIS Lookup

A WHOIS lookup typically provides the following information about a domain name:

• Domain registrar (the company through which the domain was registered)
• Registration date
• Expiration date
• Domain status (active, expired, etc.)
• Name servers (DNS)
• Registrant contact information (unless protected by privacy services)

Note that due to privacy regulations like GDPR, some information might be redacted or limited, especially personal contact details.

Many domain owners use WHOIS privacy protection services (also known as WHOIS masking or privacy services) to protect their personal information from being publicly accessible. When a domain has privacy protection, the WHOIS database displays the information of the privacy service provider instead of the actual domain owner's information.

Additionally, privacy laws and regulations like the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in Europe have led to restrictions on the personal information that can be publicly displayed in WHOIS records.

For .tr domain extensions, WHOIS information may be partially or completely hidden as per Turkish domain registry policies.

WHOIS information is only as accurate as the data provided during domain registration and subsequent updates. Domain registrars are required to maintain accurate WHOIS information, and domain owners are typically required to keep their contact information up to date.

However, there are several factors that can affect the accuracy of WHOIS data:

• Some domain owners may provide incorrect information intentionally.
• Privacy services mask the real registrant information.
• Domain owners may fail to update their information when it changes.
• Different registrars and TLDs may display information in different formats.

While WHOIS information is generally reliable for technical details like registration dates and name servers, contact information should be considered with these limitations in mind.

WHOIS Privacy Protection (sometimes called ID Protection, WHOIS Masking, or Domain Privacy) is a service that replaces your personal information in the public WHOIS database with the information of your privacy provider. This helps protect your personal data from being easily accessible to anyone who performs a WHOIS lookup on your domain.

Benefits of using WHOIS Privacy Protection:

• Prevents spam: Protects your email address from being harvested by spammers.
• Protects personal information: Keeps your name, address, phone number, and email address private.
• Reduces identity theft risk: Limits exposure of your personal details that could be used for identity theft.
• Prevents stalking: Makes it harder for someone to find your physical address.

At Eka Sunucu, we offer WHOIS Privacy Protection as an add-on service with all our domain registrations. We generally recommend using it, especially for individuals and small businesses, to protect your personal information from being publicly accessible.

You can add Privacy Protection during the domain registration process or later through your account control panel.

Turkish domains (.tr and its subdomains like .com.tr, .net.tr, etc.) have specific requirements and policies that differ from generic TLDs (Top-Level Domains) like .com or .net. Here are the key differences:

• Documentation Requirements: Most .tr domains require supporting documentation. For example, .com.tr domains typically require business registration documents, trademark certificates, or tax identification information.
• Registration Authority: Turkish domains are managed by Nic.tr, a department of Middle East Technical University (METU). They have specific policies that must be followed.
• Eligibility Criteria: Different .tr subdomains have different eligibility requirements. For example, .org.tr is for non-profit organizations, .edu.tr is for educational institutions, etc.
• WHOIS Information: WHOIS data for .tr domains may be more limited compared to generic TLDs, especially after the implementation of GDPR and local privacy regulations.
• Registration Process: The registration process for .tr domains can take longer due to the document verification requirements. While generic TLDs can be registered instantly, .tr domains may require a review process.

As a domain registrar, Eka Sunucu can assist you with the specific requirements for .tr domain registrations and guide you through the documentation process.