Dropped & Newly Registered
Domain List
Every day, thousands of domain names expire and get deleted from registry zone files while new ones are registered for the first time. This data is a goldmine for domain investors, security teams, SEO professionals, and competitive analysts.
Today’s Drops
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Drops are detected by comparing daily zone file snapshots. A domain removed from the zone file may still be registered (e.g. registrar hold, nameserver change). Always verify availability before attempting registration.
How it works
Domain intelligence, delivered daily
We monitor 100+ gTLDs through official ICANN data sources to surface every drop and new registration.
Daily monitoring
We track 100+ gTLDs through official ICANN data sources. Domain changes are detected and processed every day, typically available by 07:00 UTC.
Drops and registrations
Every domain that expires and gets deleted is captured as a drop. Every domain registered for the first time is captured as a new registration.
Search and filter
Query the results by TLD, date range, or keyword. Search for domains containing specific terms like "shop" or "crypto" to find exactly what you need.
Keyword search
Find domains by keyword
Search dropped and newly registered domains for specific terms. Find domains containing words relevant to your industry, brand, or investment criteria.
API and CLI
Access via API or command line
Keyword parameter
Add ?keyword=shop to any drops or registrations endpoint. Case-insensitive, matches anywhere in the domain name.
Combine with filters
Pair keyword search with TLD, date range, and pagination. For example: ?keyword=ai&tld=.xyz&from=2026-03-20
CLI support
Use the nameCrawl CLI: drops --keyword shop --tld .net or registrations --keyword cloud to search from your terminal.
Starter plan and above
Keyword search is available on Starter ($19/mo) and Pro ($49/mo) plans alongside all drops and registrations data.
Use cases
Who uses this data?
Domain drop and registration data is one of the most underutilized sources of market intelligence available. Here is how professionals use it.
Domain investors
Monitor daily drops to find names with established backlink profiles, high domain authority, and memorable branding. A domain registered for a decade with thousands of backlinks can be acquired at standard registration price and resold for hundreds or thousands of dollars. Use keyword search to filter for specific niches.
Brand protection
Newly registered domains are the first signal of potential brand abuse. When someone registers a domain containing your brand name or a common misspelling, that is often a precursor to phishing or trademark infringement. Monitor new registrations to identify threats before they reach customers.
Competitive intelligence
Domain registrations are public and often happen weeks or months before a product launch is announced. Track what domains competitors register to reveal their strategic direction early. Five registrations around a new keyword is a strong signal about where they are heading next.
SEO strategy
Dropped domains with existing backlinks and domain authority can strengthen your SEO. Acquire a relevant dropped domain and redirect it to your site to inherit its link equity. This is one of the most effective and legitimate ways to accelerate domain authority growth.
Features
What is included in the data
100+ gTLDs covered
Data from .net, .org, .xyz, .info, .online, .top, .site, .store, .app, .dev, .tech, .shop, .pro, .live, .club, and many more. Sourced from official ICANN data.
Daily updates
Data is processed every day and typically available by 07:00 UTC. Each day captures every domain that was dropped or newly registered across all monitored TLDs.
Keyword search
Search for domains containing specific terms. Filter dropped or registered domains by keyword across all TLDs or a specific one. Powered by trigram indexing for fast results.
Full domain details
Each record includes the full domain name (FQDN), domain name, TLD, and detection date. Newly registered domains also include nameserver information.
Webhook alerts
Create drop alerts with custom filters for TLD, keyword, and domain length. Get notified via webhook within an hour of matching domains being detected.
API and CLI access
Query drops and registrations programmatically via REST API with pagination, or use the nameCrawl CLI for quick lookups from your terminal.
TLD coverage
100+ gTLDs monitored daily
Covering generic top-level domains sourced from official ICANN data. Country-code TLDs like .io, .ai, .co, and .me are not available through ICANN and are not included.
See all 100 supported TLDs in the docs. Need ccTLD availability checks too? Use our search tool for real-time lookups across 1,000+ TLDs.
Understanding drops
The domain expiration lifecycle
When a domain owner fails to renew, it passes through several stages before becoming available for anyone to register again.
Registered
Domain is active and owned
Expired
Owner did not renew; registrar may auto-renew or park it
Redemption
~30 days for the owner to reclaim at an extra fee
Pending delete
Final ~5-day countdown; no one can touch it
Dropped
Deleted from registry, open for new registration
FAQ
Common questions
What is a dropped domain?
A dropped domain is a previously registered domain name that the owner did not renew. After the registration expires and grace periods pass, the domain is deleted from the registry zone file and becomes available for anyone to register at standard prices. These domains often carry existing SEO authority, backlinks, and brand recognition.
What is the difference between a dropped domain and an expired domain?
An expired domain is one whose registration period has ended but is still within a grace period where the original owner can renew it. A dropped domain has passed through all grace periods and has been fully deleted from the registry. Our data tracks the moment domains actually disappear from the zone file, meaning they are truly available for registration.
How does keyword search work?
Add the keyword parameter to any /v1/drops or /v1/registrations API request. For example, ?keyword=shop returns all domains containing "shop" in the name, like shopme.net or myshop.xyz. The search is case-insensitive and can be combined with TLD and date range filters. Available on Starter and Pro plans.
How often is the data updated?
We process domain changes daily across 100+ gTLDs using official ICANN data sources. Our data typically updates by 07:00 UTC each day, capturing both newly dropped and newly registered domains.
Can I set up alerts for specific types of dropped domains?
Yes. With a Starter or Pro plan, you can create drop alerts filtered by TLD, keyword patterns, and domain length. We notify you via webhook when matching domains are detected so you can act fast on high-value opportunities.
Why should I track newly registered domains?
Newly registered domains reveal market trends, competitor activity, and potential security threats in real-time. Security teams use this data to detect phishing domains. Investors use it to spot emerging niches. Marketers use it to understand industry movements and identify opportunities.
What TLDs are covered?
Data covers 100+ gTLDs sourced from official ICANN data including .net, .org, .xyz, .info, .online, .app, .dev, .tech, .shop, and more. Country-code TLDs like .io, .ai, and .co are not available through ICANN and are not included.
Start tracking domain changes today
Get API access to dropped and newly registered domain data with keyword search, webhook alerts, and CLI support. Starter plan starts at $19/month.