I use to check domains for availability on godaddy, 500 at a time.
Their server has been glitching lately.
Please recomend a decent solution for bulk domain availability checks.
We've got Namecheap. Now, don't let the name fool ya, they're not just some fly-by-night operation. They've been around the block a time or two, and they've got a pretty nifty bulk search tool that'll let you check up to 50 domains at a time. Not quite 500, but it's a start, right? Plus, they've got some decent prices and a user-friendly interface. Can't go wrong with that.
Next, we've got Domain.com. Now, this one's a bit of a wildcard. They've got a bulk search tool that'll let you check up to 500 domains at a time, just like you're used to with GoDaddy. But here's the kicker - their search tool can be a bit finicky. Sometimes it works like a charm, other times it's about as reliable as a toddler with a remote control. So, it's a bit of a gamble, but hey, fortune favors the bold, right?
Now, if you're lookin' for somethin' a bit more robust, you might want to check out API-based solutions. Services like NameAPI or DomainTools can handle bulk searches like a boss, but they're gonna cost ya. We're talkin' monthly fees and API credits here, folks. But if you're serious about domain investing or need to check a whole mess of domains on the reg, it might be worth the splurge.
And hey, while we're talkin' APIs, have you considered rollin' your own solution? If you've got some programming chops, you could whip up a little script to check domains using the WHOIS protocol. It's not as feature-rich as some of the commercial tools, but it's free, and it'll get the job done. Plus, you can brag to your friends about how you built your own domain checker from scratch. Bonus points if you make it look like a retro video game.
I've gotta be honest with ya, I've had my fair share of run-ins with GoDaddy over the years. Their bulk search tool can be a real pain in the neck, and their customer service leaves a lot to be desired. But hey, they've got a massive domain portfolio, and their prices can be pretty competitive. So, if you're willing to put up with a few glitches and a bit of a headache, they might still be worth a shot.
If you're serious about domain investing or need to check a whole mess of domains on the regular, you might want to consider diversifying your domain portfolio. Spread your eggs across a few baskets, if you know what I mean. That way, if one service goes down or starts actin' up, you've still got a few others to fall back on.
Hey ther, 500 domains aint alot, especialy wen it comes to web desinging and domaining. I mean, you gotta think big. The point is, you need reliabl info. Thats why i recomend using whic, its like a superpower for your domain search.
Upon Dynadot, thousand domains be check via bulk whois check - gtld, newtld, and some cctld. After sev'n-ten checks, the IP go into ban, ya gotta change it. Not the best way for large lists, especialy in term of speed, but if ya don't got money...
And thus, many sensible services with API do exist. I work'd with 'em for long time - WhoApi, till we write our own solut'n that work direct with zone files. Plus, ya can use tools like DomainTools or Namebright for more accurat' results.