Domain sweep
Generate domain candidates from your own dictionaries
Combine prefixes, dictionary words, and TLDs into a clean list, then send the result into bulk WHOIS for verification.
Sweep workflow
A domain sweep tool for fast naming passes
Domain sweep research starts before WHOIS. A founder often has a prefix, a word pattern, or a small dictionary of pinyin, number, and product terms. QName turns those raw pieces into normalized domain candidates so a domain sweep can stay precise instead of becoming a messy spreadsheet.
The sweep page keeps dictionary selection, prefix input, suffix input, and generated candidates in one focused surface. Built-in dictionaries cover common number, letter, pinyin, and startup-word patterns. Cloud dictionaries let logged-in users preserve their own naming vocabulary for repeat domain sweep sessions.
After generation, the candidate list moves into bulk WHOIS without running a query automatically. That pause matters because a domain sweep can create hundreds of options. Users can review the generated domains, trim the list, then run bulk WHOIS only when the candidate set is intentional.
When domain sweeping is useful
Scan short pinyin, initials, and number patterns before registering Chinese-friendly brand names.
Attach product prefixes such as ai, get, or try to a private dictionary of category words.
Compare .com, .ai, .io, .app, and regional suffixes before moving into bulk WHOIS evidence.
How QName keeps a domain sweep clean
A useful domain sweep tool is not just a Cartesian product of every possible string. QName normalizes each prefix and dictionary entry into a domain-safe label, removes duplicate labels, lowercases the list, and trims edge hyphens before any suffix is attached. That keeps the generated domains readable and reduces noisy failures later in bulk WHOIS.
The order of the output is predictable: prefixes first, dictionary words second, suffixes third. If the prefix box is empty, QName uses an empty prefix and scans the dictionary words directly. If the suffix box contains .com, ai, and co.uk, those suffixes are normalized into the same sweep run, so a team can compare common startup endings and regional endings together.
The 1000-domain handoff limit mirrors the bulk WHOIS checker. It gives a generous batch for a naming session while still keeping the browser responsive. When a sweep creates more than 1000 combinations, QName shows the original combination count and sends only the first 1000 candidates forward for review.
After the domain sweep, before bulk WHOIS
Keep one idea per line when editing prefixes or custom dictionaries so the sweep remains easy to audit.
Start with a narrow domain sweep dictionary, then add broader dictionaries only when the first pass feels too small.
Use multi-part suffixes such as co.uk when the product needs a country or market-specific entrance.
Review the handed-off list on the bulk WHOIS page before spending lookup quota or team attention.
Domain Sweep FAQ
Does a domain sweep check availability?
No. The sweep tool generates clean candidates. Availability is checked after the list is handed to the bulk WHOIS page.
Why does QName limit sweep output to 1000 domains?
The limit matches the bulk WHOIS workspace, keeps browser performance predictable, and prevents accidental oversized lookup batches.
Can I save my own sweep dictionary?
Yes. Logged-in users can save cloud dictionaries that sync with their QName account and reuse them later.
Can suffixes include multi-part TLDs?
Yes. Inputs such as .com, ai, and co.uk are normalized before candidates are generated.