Can anyone recommend a good free WHOIS source for multiple searches?

Discussion in 'Domain Names' started by Digitalisextremis, Feb 22, 2012.

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    I need a whois source that will allow data to be scraped using an SEO PHP script without there being a limit on how many free searches can be carried out before the site blocks access, limits what data is scraped or has registration/access requirements that might cause the script to fail completely.

    I've had recommended to me this site - http://whoisxmlapi.com/ the API for which allows unlimited searches but it's a paid service so before springing for it I was wondering if anyone knows of another better option?

    Cheers, :)
     
    Digitalisextremis, Feb 22, 2012 IP
  2. postcd

    postcd Well-Known Member

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    I think it sounds reasonable that such service should be on subscription (paid) when you do unlimited searches.
     
    postcd, Apr 10, 2012 IP
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    tim2788 Peon

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    I think 123-reg has got a free API. I have a membership site that runs tons of queries on their API without any issues.
     
    tim2788, Apr 14, 2012 IP
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    runelgna Well-Known Member

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    i do not see any api support on their website??
     
    runelgna, Apr 14, 2012 IP
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    I am the author of RoboWhois, a cloud-based web service that provides a RESTful API to access WHOIS records and domain related information.

    We support all existing TLDs, as long as they provide a public WHOIS interface. I encourage you to give it a try, let me know if you have any questions.
     
    weppos, Apr 16, 2012 IP