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Hostname Extractor

Extract hostnames from full URLs while preserving subdomains.

Tool

Use this hostname extractor to pull the hostname portion from full URLs. It is useful for link analysis, host-level review, subdomain inspection, cleanup of copied URL lists, and any workflow where you need the host part of each URL without paths, parameters, or protocols.

About this tool

Use this hostname extractor to pull the hostname portion from full URLs. It is useful for link analysis, host-level review, subdomain inspection, cleanup of copied URL lists, and any workflow where you need the host part of each URL without paths, parameters, or protocols.

Use hostname extractor when you need a fast browser-based result without extra setup. It works well for quick checks, one-off tasks, and routine formatting or calculation work.

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Why use this tool

How to use

  1. Paste the full URLs into the input field.
  2. Run the tool to extract the hostname from each URL.
  3. Review the resulting hostname list.
  4. Copy the output for analysis, deduplication, or reuse.

Examples

Example

Input

https://blog.example.com/post?id=1

Output

blog.example.com

Extracts the hostname while preserving the subdomain.

Example

Input

https://shop.example.org/products

Output

shop.example.org

Useful when host-level distinction matters.

Common errors

The user expects base domains instead of full hostnames.

Fix: Use a domain extractor if you want to collapse subdomains.

The input is not a full URL and cannot be parsed cleanly.

Fix: Paste complete URLs including protocol when possible.

Malformed URLs cause missing or broken host extraction.

Fix: Clean or normalize the input before running the extractor.

FAQ

What does a hostname extractor do?

It extracts the hostname part from full URLs.

Is hostname the same as domain?

Not always. A hostname can include subdomains.

Can I paste a full URL?

Yes. This tool is designed for full URLs.

Is this hostname extractor free to use?

Yes. It works online in the browser.

When should I use a hostname extractor instead of a domain extractor?

Use a hostname extractor when subdomains matter and should not be collapsed into the base domain.

Use cases

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