Enter the domain
Type a complete domain or just the .LY name you want to check.
Check any domain name
Enter a .LY domain or standard extension to check whether it appears available. If it is available, continue to registration. If it is not available, we will show it as unavailable.
Supports .LY and popular gTLD availability checks.
How WHOIS results workUNDERSTANDING WHOIS
Domain availability, made clearer
WHOIS and availability checks help you understand whether a .LY or gTLD domain is already registered before you start checkout.
Review availability
Available domains show a registration button. Unavailable domains remain read-only.
Continue to checkout
Registration is completed in the Register.ly client area, where availability is confirmed again before payment.
Availability can change
A domain is not secured until registration and payment are successfully completed.
Frequently asked questions
Answers about domain availability, WHOIS lookup results, and registration.
Does an available result guarantee registration?
No. Availability can change at any time. The domain is only secured after checkout and successful registration.
What happens if the domain is unavailable?
If a domain is unavailable, it is already registered or not available through the standard registration flow.
Can I check a name without typing .ly?
Yes. Entering a name without an extension will automatically check the .ly version.
Can short .LY domains be registered internationally?
Some short .LY domains may have additional eligibility requirements. Register.ly can confirm final eligibility during registration.