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



## 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 required.

## What you can do

<Cards>
  <Card title="Search for domains" description="Find available names from keywords, product ideas, or business concepts." />

  <Card title="Check availability" description="Verify whether a specific domain can be registered right now." />
</Cards>

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.

```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 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](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

<Cards>
  <Card title="Search for domains" description="Call the Domains API directly for availability checks and suggestions." href="/docs/api-users/search-domains" />

  <Card title="Authentication" description="Generate a PAT when you need authenticated API calls." href="/docs/api-users/auth" />
</Cards>