How to Find Out Who Your Self-Managed Domain Provider Is

If you’re unsure which company manages your domain name, don’t worry! This guide will help you identify your domain provider using simple tools like MX records or WHOIS lookups. Follow these steps to find the information you need.

Use a WHOIS Lookup

WHOIS is a public database that stores information about domain registrations.

Steps to Perform a WHOIS Lookup:

1. Visit a WHOIS lookup site like:
   • whois.com
   • ICANN Lookup
2. Enter your domain name.
3. Look for the Registrar field. This indicates your domain provider.
   
   
   

Important Notes:

• • The domain registrar might not always match your hosting or email provider.
  • Some providers use privacy protection, so their details may be obscured.

Check Your Email Records

Your domain's email service can often point to your provider. Follow these steps to check:

For Gmail or Workspace Users

1. Log in to your email admin console (Google Workspace or similar).
2. Look for the domain setup information.
3. Often, the domain registrar is listed here.
   
   

For Other Providers

• Check the MX (Mail Exchange) records, as they can indicate where your domain is hosted.

How to Check MX Records

1. 1. 1. Use an online tool like MXToolBox:
         • Enter your domain name.
         • Look at the results to see which provider is associated with your domain email records.
         • Common MX host names include:
           1. Google → Gmail/Google Workspace
           2. Outlook → Microsoft 365
           3. Others (your hosting provider's name might be listed).

Check Your Domain Management Emails

When you registered your domain, your provider likely sent a confirmation or renewal email.

• • • • • • Search your email inbox for terms like "domain registration," "renewal," or your domain name.
          • Look for emails from common registrars such as:
            • GoDaddy
            • Namecheap
            • Google Domains
            • Cloudflare
              
              
              

Contact Your Hosting Provider

If you’re hosting a website on your domain, your hosting company may also manage your domain.

• • Check your hosting account details or invoices.
  • Contact their support team to confirm.
    
    
    

If You’re Still Unsure, Get Help

If none of the above steps work:

What to Do Next:

• 1. Reach Out to ICANN:

     • If you’re unable to find a resolution, ICANN (the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers) provides support for domain ownership disputes.
     • Visit ICANN Help for guidance.
       
       
  2. Reach out to our support team at support@rocketspark.com so we can investigate further.