What is a whois query?

What is a whois query?

WHOIS (pronounced as the phrase “who is”) is a query and response protocol that is widely used for querying databases that store the registered users or assignees of an Internet resource, such as a domain name, an IP address block or an autonomous system, but is also used for a wider range of other information.

How can I check a website platform?

The source code of a website is easily accessible from your browser. In Chrome, look for Developer Tools, in Firefox look for Web Developer in your menu. The source code’s file extensions and URLs can tell you what type of platform the website is built on.

How can you find who owns a website?

How to find domain name ownerTo begin, open your browser and go to ICANN.Now, in the search box, enter the domain name that you want to search for.Click on ‘Lookup’ and the search will begin.You will now get details about the domain registration date, registry expiration, owner’s name and mailing address.