Overview
ICANN Lookup (also known as WHOIS) is a public database that stores information about domain name registrants, including their name, address, email, and phone number. This information is publicly accessible unless privacy protection is enabled.
Role in this knowledge base
Mentioned as the public database where domain owner information is listed, making privacy protection a necessary service for individuals who do not want their personal details exposed.
Key facts
- The ICANN Lookup database can expose a domain owner’s name, phone number, email, and physical address if privacy protection is not used.