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RDAP

Quick answer · What is RDAP?

The Registration Data Access Protocol provides structured access to internet registration data.

IN PRACTICE

RDAP: an example

A domain lookup tool uses RDAP to retrieve registration status and registrar information.

KEEP IN MIND

RDAP is a lookup protocol, not a domain registration or transfer service.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a practical example of RDAP?

A domain lookup tool uses RDAP to retrieve registration status and registrar information.

Can RDAP register or transfer a domain?

RDAP is a lookup protocol, not a domain registration or transfer service.

Which concepts should I read alongside RDAP?

WHOIS: A traditional protocol and lookup system for accessing domain registration information.
Domain lock: A status or setting that restricts specified domain changes, often including registrar transfer.