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Connect Claude or another MCP-compatible client to GoDaddy domain search and availability tools.

Overview

The GoDaddy MCP server lets AI assistants search for domain names and check domain availability directly from a conversation. It is built on the Model Context Protocol, an open standard for connecting AI clients to external tools.

Current MCP capabilities use public domain data only. No GoDaddy account or API credential is required.

What you can do

Search for domains

Find available names from keywords, product ideas, or business concepts.

Check availability

Verify whether a specific domain can be registered right now.

Example prompts:

  • "Is mycoolstartup.com available?"
  • "Find available domains related to sustainable fashion."
  • "Suggest alternatives to techcompany.io."

Set up Claude

Claude can connect to the GoDaddy MCP server through its connector directory.

  1. Open Claude Desktop.
  2. Go to Settings.
  3. Open Connectors, then click Browse connectors.
  4. Search for GoDaddy.
  5. Click Connect.
  6. Ask domain questions naturally in your conversation.

Configure an MCP client

For a custom AI tool or any MCP-compatible client that supports streamable HTTP, add the GoDaddy server to your MCP configuration.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "godaddy": {
      "url": "https://api.godaddy.com/v1/domains/mcp",
      "transport": "streamable-http"
    }
  }
}

After the client loads the server, it can call GoDaddy's public domain search and availability tools.

Limitations

  • Read-only: The MCP server cannot register domains, modify DNS records, transfer domains, update account settings, or make purchases.
  • Public access only: Domain registration and account-specific domain management still happen on godaddy.com.
  • No authentication: Current tools use public domain data and do not accept GoDaddy account credentials.
  • Rate limited: Excessive requests may be temporarily throttled.
  • Availability can change: Domain availability and pricing can change quickly. Re-check before sending a user to purchase.

Privacy and security

  • Searches use HTTPS/TLS.
  • The public MCP tools do not require authentication.
  • Searches are not linked to a GoDaddy account.
  • Rate limits protect service availability.

Support and terms

To report a bug or share feedback, submit a support request.

By using the GoDaddy MCP server, you agree to GoDaddy's Universal Terms of Service, the API Terms of Use, and responsible use of the service.

Agent & Automation Notes

PermissionsPublic — no account required
ScopesNot applicable — public data only
Rate limitEnforced per client-IP. Details TBD as service scales.
IdempotentYes
DestructiveNo
On failureSafe to retry on transient errors. MCP transport handles reconnection automatically.

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