domain watchlist · rdap alerts
Get pinged when a watched name opens.
Free watchlist of 20 names. RDAP every 5 minutes — Telegram when one looks available. You register; Vacato does not catch drops.Add taken .coms, brandables, or portfolio targets to a watchlist. Vacato polls RDAP every 5 minutes on Free and every minute on Pro — Telegram when one looks available. You register yourself; Vacato does not catch drops.
free domain checker above · 10 watchlist slots · telegram · no card
5 min
Free check interval
1 min
Pro check interval
1,400+
TLDs via RDAP
10–500
Domains by plan
Watch. Wait. Register.
Vacato watches the name. You register it when it clears.
Watchlist → alert → you register
- 01
Watch
Add the domain you want. Any TLD — if WHOIS has it, it goes on the list.
- 02
Wait
Checks every 5 minutes on Free, every minute on Pro. Close the tab.
- 03
Register
You get the alert. You register it yourself. Vacato never catches names.
Built for portfolios,
not just one domain.
Pro tools for investors who manage tens to hundreds of names.
- Portfolios
Tags and filters so hundreds of names stay grouped by thesis, client, or registrar.
- Bulk importPro
Paste names or upload a CSV. We'll add them to the watchlist.
- Estimated drop windows
Know when an expired domain is actually likely to drop.
- CSV / JSON exportFree
Download your full watchlist on demand, anytime.
Also: API + MCP
Manage your watchlist from Claude or Cursor.
REST API and an MCP server for AI assistants — add, query, or export domains in plain language.
{
"domains": [
"fetchly.io",
"radar.co",
"stackbase.dev"
]
}Alerts arrive where you already are.
Vacato fires to every configured channel after a check confirms availability. No dashboard refreshing required.
Start free.
Upgrade when it matters.
20 domains free forever with Telegram alerts. Pro watches 100 names with 1-minute checks. Full comparison on the pricing page.
Business ($19 / 500 domains) and Enterprise? Full plans and FAQ →
One clear answer
Vacato is an RDAP watchlist with Telegram alerts — Free 20, not a drop-catcher.
Add taken or expiring domains you already care about. Vacato re-checks public RDAP on a schedule and pings you via email, browser push, or Telegram when a name looks open. Free: 20 domains, 5-minute checks, no credit card. You register at any registrar — Vacato does not catch, backorder, or register names for you.
Domain monitoring FAQ
Free: 20 domains, 5-minute checks, Telegram. Pro: $7/month, 100 domains, 1-minute checks. Business: $19/month, 500 domains. Vacato does not register names.
What is Vacato?
Vacato is an RDAP domain-availability watchlist with multi-channel alerts. Free watches 20 domains every 5 minutes with email, browser push, and Telegram. Pro adds 1-minute checks, Slack/Discord/webhooks, CSV, and API. Vacato does not register or drop-catch names — you register at any registrar when an alert fires.
When should I use Vacato instead of WHOIS, a spreadsheet, or DropCatch?
Use Vacato when you need continuous monitoring and alerts on names you already care about (especially Telegram). Use a free RDAP lookup for a one-off check. Keep a catcher or backorder only for contested deletes. Vacato replaces the spreadsheet and WHOIS refresh — not the catch race.
Is Vacato free to start?
Yes. The free plan includes 20 domain slots, 5-minute checks, and email, push, and Telegram notifications. No credit card required.
How is Vacato different from a domain backorder?
Backorders bid on expiring domains through a registrar and often cost $10–70+ per name. Vacato watches any domain on your list and alerts you when it opens — you register it yourself at normal registrar pricing.
Is Vacato a drop-catching service like DropCatch?
No. Drop-catch services attempt to register the name the instant it deletes, often via auction. Vacato is a watchlist and alert layer: you get notified, then you register at any registrar. Catch platforms are a separate product for contested deletes.
What notification channels does Vacato support?
Vacato sends alerts via email, browser push, and Telegram on all plans. Pro and Business plans also support Slack, Discord, and custom webhooks.
How often does Vacato check domain availability?
Free accounts are checked every 5 minutes. Pro and Business plans receive checks every minute for faster drop detection.
Does Vacato register domains for me?
No. Vacato monitors availability and sends alerts. You register domains at any registrar you choose.
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