WhoisDatensatz

A WhoisDatensatz, or WHOIS data record, is the entry in a domain name registry or registrar database that describes a registered domain and its related administrative information. It serves as a reference for the ownership, management, and technical handling of the domain and is used to verify registration status, contact points, and policy compliance.

A typical WhoisDatensatz contains several standard data elements. These usually include the domain name, the registrar, registrant information (often including name or organization and contact details), administrative and technical contacts, the authoritative name servers, and important dates such as creation, last update, and expiration. Some registries also record the domain’s status, DNSSEC settings, and related technical notes.

The primary purpose of a WhoisDatensatz is to facilitate communication and accountability in domain management. It enables registrants to be contacted regarding administration or disputes, helps registrars enforce registration policies, and supports various regulatory and security processes. Access to the data is usually provided through query tools, but the extent of publicly available information varies by jurisdiction and registry policy.

Privacy and data protection considerations have increasingly influenced WhoisDatensätze. Under regimes like the European Union’s GDPR, personal details in registrant contacts may be redacted or limited, with proxy or privacy services often used to mask identities. To address privacy concerns and improve data usefulness, some registries promote the use of structured access protocols such as RDAP (Registration Data Access Protocol), which aims to provide more consistent data formats and selective disclosure.

Overall, a WhoisDatensatz is the foundational record that tracks who controls a domain, how to reach them, and when the domain’s registration events occur, while evolving to balance transparency with privacy and data protection concerns.