How to Find Your Domain Provider: A Complete Guide
Your domain provider (also known as a domain registrar) hosts your custom domain name. Here's how to identify who manages your domain:
Using ICANN Lookup Tool (Fastest Method)
- Visit ICANN lookup website
- Enter your domain name
- Click Search
- Look for "Registrar" and "Registrar URL" in results
- The Registrar listed is typically your domain provider
Check Your Email Records
- Search your email for domain registration receipts
- Look for annual renewal notices
- Check for domain-related correspondence
For Google Domain Users
- All Google domains have migrated to Squarespace
- Log in to Squarespace using your Google Domains email
- Manage your domain through Squarespace's central panel
Check Squarespace Domain Panel
- Open domains central panel
- Log into your account
- Find domain name
- Check "Provider" column
Important Notes:
- If Squarespace is listed as provider, manage through their domain panel
- For resold domains, you may need to work with both Squarespace and the reseller
- Tucows domains can be managed through Squarespace if they're your provider
After Finding Your Provider You Can:
- Transfer or connect domains to another service
- Set up Google Workspace MX records
- Modify domain settings
- Contact provider for support
Remember: Your domain provider is crucial for managing DNS settings, renewals, and transfers, so keep this information accessible.