ICANN Launches RDRS for Streamlined Domain Data Access
ICANN has launched the Registration Data Request Service (RDRS), a centralized platform for seeking domain registration data. While optional for registrars, it aims to streamline access for verified parties, with participation not guaranteeing data access. The service excludes country-code top-level domains (CCTLDs).
ICANN introduced the RDRS in November 2023 to facilitate data requests from researchers, law enforcement, and others. It does not replace direct communication between registrars and requestors. Security experts praise WHOIS data's role in combating online abuse, while privacy advocates argue it exposes registrants to spam and scams.
The service is a response to the Network and Information Security Directive (NIS2), effective in 2024. This requires registrars to maintain accurate WHOIS records and respond to data requests within 24 hours for online issues. ICANN previously instructed registrars to redact personal data from WHOIS records in 2018 due to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
The RDRS is ICANN's latest effort to balance data access needs with privacy concerns. While not mandatory, it offers a centralised solution for verified parties seeking registration data. Its success depends on registrar participation and adherence to NIS2 requirements.
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