# GoDaddy MCP server (https://developer.godaddy.com/en/docs/api-users/mcp)

---
title: GoDaddy MCP server
description: >-
  Connect Claude or another MCP-compatible client to GoDaddy domain search and
  availability tools.
keywords: >-
  Model Context Protocol, Claude Desktop, mcp-godaddy, tool calling, stdio,
  domain availability, AI tools.
agentNotes:
  permissions:
    - Public (no account required)
  scopes:
    - Not applicable (public data only)
  rateLimit: Enforced per client IP. See rate-limits page for current values.
  idempotent: true
  destructive: false
  failureRecovery: >-
    Safe to retry on transient errors. MCP transport handles reconnection
    automatically.
related:
  apis:
    - title: 'Domains v3: Discovery'
      href: /docs/references/rest/domains/v3/get-domain-availability
  guides:
    - title: Search domain availability
      href: /docs/api-users/domains/search
    - title: Agent skill for gddy
      href: /docs/api-users/cli/agent-skill
  concepts:
    - title: Authentication
      href: /docs/api-users/auth
---

## 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](https://modelcontextprotocol.io/), 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 needed.

## What you can do

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 select **Browse connectors**.
4. Search for **GoDaddy**.
5. Select **Connect**.
6. Ask domain questions 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.

```json
{
  "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](https://www.godaddy.com/).
* **No authentication:** Current tools use public domain data and do not accept GoDaddy account credentials.
* **Rate limited:** Excessive requests might be temporarily throttled.
* **Availability can change:** Domain availability and pricing can change quickly. Re-check before sending a user to purchase.

Install the [`gddy` agent skill](https://developer.godaddy.com/docs/api-users/cli/agent-skill) if you need domain purchase or DNS management from your AI agent. It drives the full `gddy` CLI using your own authenticated credentials.

## 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](https://developer.godaddy.com/contact-support).

By using the GoDaddy MCP server, you agree to GoDaddy's [Universal Terms of Service](https://www.godaddy.com/legal/agreements/universal-terms-of-service-agreement), the [API Terms of Use](https://developer.godaddy.com/getstarted), and responsible use of the service.

## Related pages