Domain Information GITHUB.COM

📅 19 yearsACTIVE — 729 d.

Domain

Domain: github.com

Registrar: MarkMonitor Inc.

Created: 09.10.2007 18:20

Updated: 07.09.2026 09:22

Expires: 09.10.2028 18:20

Status:

clientDeleteProhibitedClient Delete Prohibited — The registrar has set this status to prevent the domain from being deleted. clientTransferProhibitedClient Transfer Prohibited — The registrar has locked the domain to prevent transfer to another registrar. clientUpdateProhibitedClient Update Prohibited — The registrar has locked the domain to prevent any changes to the domain record.

WHOIS server: whois.markmonitor.com

DNS: DNS1.P08.NSONE.NET, DNS2.P08.NSONE.NET, DNS3.P08.NSONE.NET, DNS4.P08.NSONE.NET, NS-1283.AWSDNS-32.ORG, NS-1707.AWSDNS-21.CO.UK, NS-421.AWSDNS-52.COM, NS-520.AWSDNS-01.NET

DNSSEC: ❌ Not signed

Registrant

Organization: GitHub, Inc.

Email: Select Request Email Form at https://domains.markmonitor.com/whois/github.com

City: US

Contacts (admin / technical)

Technical

Email: Select Request Email Form at https://domains.markmonitor.com/whois/github.com

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WHOIS

--- Registrar WHOIS ---
Domain Name: github.com
Registry Domain ID: 1264983250_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN
Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.markmonitor.com
Registrar URL: http://www.markmonitor.com
Updated Date: 2026-09-07T09:22:52+0000
Creation Date: 2007-10-09T18:20:50+0000
Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2028-10-09T00:00:00+0000
Registrar: MarkMonitor, Inc.
Registrar IANA ID: 292
Registrar Abuse Contact: https://corp.markmonitor.com/domain/ui/abuse-report
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +1.2086851750
Domain Status: clientUpdateProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientUpdateProhibited)
Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited)
Domain Status: clientDeleteProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientDeleteProhibited)
Registrant Organization: GitHub, Inc.
Registrant Country: US
Registrant Email: Select Request Email Form at https://domains.markmonitor.com/whois/github.com
Tech Email: Select Request Email Form at https://domains.markmonitor.com/whois/github.com
Name Server: dns2.p08.nsone.net
Name Server: dns1.p08.nsone.net
Name Server: ns-421.awsdns-52.com
Name Server: ns-1283.awsdns-32.org
Name Server: dns3.p08.nsone.net
Name Server: dns4.p08.nsone.net
Name Server: ns-520.awsdns-01.net
Name Server: ns-1707.awsdns-21.co.uk
DNSSEC: unsigned
URL of the ICANN WHOIS Data Problem Reporting System: http://wdprs.internic.net/
>>> Last update of WHOIS database: 2026-10-10T10:09:19+0000 > Last update of whois database: 2026-10-10T10:10:49Z

Registrar WHOIS

Domain Name: github.com
Registry Domain ID: 1264983250_DOMAIN_COM-VRSN
Registrar WHOIS Server: whois.markmonitor.com
Registrar URL: http://www.markmonitor.com
Updated Date: 2026-09-07T09:22:52+0000
Creation Date: 2007-10-09T18:20:50+0000
Registrar Registration Expiration Date: 2028-10-09T00:00:00+0000
Registrar: MarkMonitor, Inc.
Registrar IANA ID: 292
Registrar Abuse Contact: https://corp.markmonitor.com/domain/ui/abuse-report
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +1.2086851750
Domain Status: clientUpdateProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientUpdateProhibited)
Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientTransferProhibited)
Domain Status: clientDeleteProhibited (https://www.icann.org/epp#clientDeleteProhibited)
Registrant Organization: GitHub, Inc.
Registrant Country: US
Registrant Email: Select Request Email Form at https://domains.markmonitor.com/whois/github.com
Tech Email: Select Request Email Form at https://domains.markmonitor.com/whois/github.com
Name Server: dns1.p08.nsone.net
Name Server: ns-1283.awsdns-32.org
Name Server: ns-1707.awsdns-21.co.uk
Name Server: dns3.p08.nsone.net
Name Server: ns-520.awsdns-01.net
Name Server: dns4.p08.nsone.net
Name Server: dns2.p08.nsone.net
Name Server: ns-421.awsdns-52.com
DNSSEC: unsigned
URL of the ICANN WHOIS Data Problem Reporting System: http://wdprs.internic.net/
>>> Last update of WHOIS database: 2026-10-11T06:40:50+0000 <<<

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IP addresses for domain github.com

140.82.112.3 (A)

United States

AS36459 GitHub, Inc.

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From Startup Side Project to Developer Empire

In the fast-evolving world of software development, few domains have become as synonymous with collaboration and innovation as github.com. Registered on October 9, 2007, this domain has powered a platform that's home to over 100 million repositories and serves millions of developers worldwide. As of April 20, 2026, it's nearing its 19th birthday, with an expiration date set for October 9, 2026, under the watchful eye of registrar MarkMonitor Inc. – a go-to for big tech protecting their digital turf.

GitHub, Inc., the organization behind it, started as a weekend project by four developers frustrated with existing version control tools. Fast-forward nearly two decades, and it's the world's most widely adopted, AI-powered developer platform, where businesses, open-source enthusiasts, and individual coders build software that "advances humanity," as their homepage boldly claims.

What GitHub Does Today

At its core, GitHub is a cloud-based service for version control and code collaboration using Git, the distributed version control system. But it's evolved far beyond that. Pull up github.com today, and you're greeted with a sleek interface proclaiming: "Change is constant. GitHub keeps you ahead."

Key offerings include:

GitHub Copilot: An AI coding assistant that writes better code, turning natural language prompts into functional snippets.
GitHub Spark: For building and deploying intelligent apps with minimal hassle.
GitHub Models and MCP Registry: Tools to manage prompts, compare models, and integrate external AI tools.
Developer Workflows: Automate with Actions, spin up instant dev environments via Codespaces, track issues, and handle code reviews seamlessly.
Advanced Security: Detect vulnerabilities, secure code in real-time, and prevent secret leaks.

It's tailored for enterprises, startups, nonprofits, and industries like healthcare, finance, and government. Recent updates emphasize AI integration, reflecting the 2020s boom in generative tools – think Copilot Chat and enterprise-grade security scans.

Ownership and Tech Backbone

GitHub, Inc. lists the U.S. as its base in WHOIS records, with emails routed through MarkMonitor's protected form. Since Microsoft's blockbuster $7.5 billion acquisition in 2018, it's been a crown jewel in their developer ecosystem, linking seamlessly with Azure and Microsoft tools. No wonder its DNS is rock-solid: nameservers like dns1.p08.nsone.net, AWS stalwarts (ns-421.awsdns-52.com et al.), and IPs (140.82.114.4 in the U.S., AS36459) point to GitHub's own infrastructure in Chicago time zone.

MX records route email via Outlook protection, and TXT includes Microsoft verification (MS=ms58704441). No DNSSEC yet, but status flags like clientDeleteProhibited ensure it's locked down tight – updated as recently as September 7, 2024.

Fun Facts and Milestones

Open Source Haven: Hosts repositories for Linux kernel, TensorFlow, and React – powering everything from your phone's OS to AI models.
Record Breaker: In 2023 alone, it saw billions of contributions; by 2026, AI features have supercharged that.
Light Joke: If GitHub were a party, it'd be the one where everyone brings code instead of snacks – and somehow, it all merges perfectly.

Challenges? Security incidents like the 2022 OAuth flaw tested its mettle, but quick patches and Advanced Security rollout strengthened it. Looking ahead, with expiration looming in 2026, expect a seamless renewal.

GitHub isn't just a domain; it's the beating heart of modern coding, blending human ingenuity with AI smarts. Whether you're a solo hacker or Fortune 500 dev team, it's where ideas fork, pull, and push the boundaries.

Frequently Asked Questions

▶ What is github.com and GitHub, Inc.?

github.com is the domain for GitHub, a leading AI-powered developer platform owned by GitHub, Inc. It enables version control, code collaboration, and workflows for millions of users worldwide, now enhanced with AI tools like Copilot.

▶ When was github.com registered?

The domain was created on October 9, 2007, making it nearly 19 years old as of April 20, 2026. It was last updated on September 7, 2024, and expires on October 9, 2026.

▶ Who is the registrar for github.com?

MarkMonitor Inc. serves as the registrar, a specialist in domain management for major corporations. WHOIS queries go through whois.markmonitor.com.

▶ What services does GitHub offer?

GitHub provides Git-based version control, AI coding with Copilot and Spark, automation via Actions, Codespaces for dev environments, issue tracking, code review, and Advanced Security for vulnerability scanning and secret protection.

▶ What are some technical details about github.com?

It resolves to IPs like 140.82.114.4 (U.S., AS36459 GitHub, Inc.), uses AWS and NSONE nameservers, MX via Outlook, and has protective statuses like clientTransferProhibited. No DNSSEC signing.

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