domain-whois

Retrieve domain WHOIS registration details for ownership verification.

3|Updated Jan 29, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/neoalienson/skills --skill domain-whois
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: domain-whois
Source: https://github.com/neoalienson/skills/tree/main/domain-whois
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/neoalienson/skills --skill domain-whois

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This skill executes the whois command to retrieve domain registration information for a given domain name, enabling quick ownership and registration research.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • WHOIS Lookup: Retrieve owner, registrar, registration and expiration dates, nameservers, and contact details for a domain.
  • DNS & Registration Insight: Gather DNS-related and registrar information to verify domain legitimacy.
  • Use Case: When a user needs to verify ownership or gather domain metadata for a security audit, this skill provides a reliable lookup.

Quick Start

Use the domain-whois skill to look up the domain example.com and retrieve its registration data.

Frequently Asked Questions about domain-whois

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I look up WHOIS registration data for a domain?

To look up WHOIS registration data, provide a domain name to retrieve ownership, registrar, registration dates, expiration, and DNS information. The tool validates input and can use system whois with a Python fallback.

What domain ownership details can I get from a WHOIS lookup?

A WHOIS lookup returns owner contact details, registrar name, registration and expiration dates, and nameservers. This is useful for verifying domain legitimacy during security audits or compliance checks.

Can I retrieve DNS and registrar information for common TLDs?

Yes, you can retrieve DNS and registrar information across common TLDs. The lookup gathers nameserver details and registrar metadata to verify domain registration status and ownership.

Does the WHOIS lookup tool guard against command injection?

Yes, the WHOIS lookup tool guards against command injection by enforcing input validation on the domain name provided. It ensures only valid domain strings are processed for the query.

What is the fallback mechanism when system whois is unavailable?

When the system whois command is unavailable, the tool uses a Python fallback to execute the WHOIS lookup. This ensures you still retrieve registration and ownership data reliably.

When do I need to perform a domain WHOIS lookup for security compliance?

You need a domain WHOIS lookup when verifying domain ownership, gathering metadata for a security audit, or checking DNS registration details to ensure compliance with legal or security requirements.