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How do I check if a domain is available?

Instantly verify if your ideal domain is available. Find the perfect name for your website and register it before anyone else. Do it now! ✅

Before You Buy

How to know if your domain is free? Quick guide ✅

Choosing your website's name is the first big step to having a presence on the internet. It's your digital identity and, sometimes, that brilliant idea you have in mind has already been registered by someone else.

In this article, we'll show you how to use our search tool to check if your dream domain is available and what alternatives you have if it's already taken. It's much easier than it seems!

Steps to check domain availability 🛠️

Follow these simple steps to get an answer right now:

  1. Go to Bacan's search tool: Head to our Domains section or use the main search bar on the homepage.

  2. Type the name: Enter the name you want (for example, mybusiness) in the text box. There's no need to type "www."

  3. Choose the extension: You can type the extension directly (like .com, .es, .net) or let the system show you all available options.

  4. Click "Search": The system will query the global databases (WHOIS) in real time to confirm the domain's status.

  5. Review the results:

    • If it shows as "Available", congratulations! You can add it to your cart and register it immediately.

    • If it shows as "Not available", the system will suggest other interesting extensions you could use.

Useful tips for choosing your domain 💡

If the name you were looking for is already taken, don't be discouraged. Here are some expert recommendations:

  • Try local extensions: If your audience is in a specific country, a .es (Spain), .mx (Mexico) or .co (Colombia) can be an excellent alternative to .com.

  • Avoid hyphens and numbers: Domains that are easy to say out loud are easier for your customers to remember.

  • Use keywords: If your brand name is taken, try adding what you do (example: studiobrown.com instead of brown.com).

  • Be quick! Domains are registered on a first-come, first-served basis. If you find one you like that's available, we recommend securing it as soon as possible.

Key points 📌

  • Instant verification: The search is done in real time.

  • Variety of extensions: If the .com isn't free, consider .net, .org, or regional extensions.

  • Immediate registration: Once you confirm it's available, the purchase process is fast and secure.

  • Ownership: When you register it with Bacan, you are the full owner of your digital identity.