---
title: ToolRouter — Agent Use Case Guide
description: Step-by-step guide for completing a task with a specific AI agent using ToolRouter.
url: https://toolrouter.com/tools/whois-rdap/use-cases/research-competitor-domains/copilot
---
# How to Research Competitor Domains with Copilot

Copilot integrates domain registration checks directly into your development environment, letting you verify ownership details and expiration dates without leaving your IDE. Cross-reference domains from your infrastructure configuration files, build automated expiration monitoring into your ops workflow, and verify registrar details as part of your vendor evaluation process. This tight integration catches domain-related risks during development rather than in production.

## Setup

{"mcpServers":{"toolrouter":{"command":"npx","args":["-y","toolrouter-mcp"]}}}

## Steps

1. Add ToolRouter to Copilot MCP config
2. In Copilot Chat: "Research these competitor domains using whois-rdap"
3. Copilot returns structured registration data for each domain
4. Ask: "Export this as a comparison table"
5. Use the data for your competitive analysis

## Example Prompt

```
Look up WHOIS data for these competitor domains and output a structured comparison of registrars, ages, and nameservers.
```

## Tips

- Export competitor domain data for tracking over time
- Copilot can help you build automated competitor domain monitoring
- Cross-reference competitor domains with their DNS configuration for deeper analysis
