A domain name is the name of your website or your website address. It's the place where users will find you on the Internet and it's unique to you or your business. Each domain name is made up of two parts. For example, our own domain name is names.co.uk, the first part is the name we chose 'names' and the second part is the extension 'co.uk'. Before domain names, web addresses were made up of a long string of numbers.
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Feature packed domains from a name you can trust
- .com £20.99£1.99
- .online £20.99£3.50
- .org£20.99£7.99
FREE UK domains*
- .co.uk £11.99FREE
- .org.uk £11.99FREE
- .uk£11.99FREE
Essential for UK businesses
Get online with a FREE domain name
Everything begins with a domain name, which is why we’ll give you one for free with your first purchase.*
It’s the perfect starting point for your online journey. Whether you’re dipping your toes in for the first time, or are already a seasoned pro, we have all the tools and packages you need to achieve your online ambitions.
Get your free domain today to unlock the potential of your business and discover the key to online success.
How much do domain names cost?
It depends on the extension you choose and the length of time you register it for. We always have great deals so rest assured, it won’t cost the earth! Start your domain name search now...
| Domain type | Was | Registration price |
|---|---|---|
| .co.uk | £11.99 | FREE |
| .uk | £11.99 | FREE |
| .com | £20.99 | £1.99 |
| .london | £66.99 | £17.99 |
| .online | £50.99 | £3.50 |
| .org | £25.99 | £7.99 |
| .store | £83.99 | £5.00 |
| .tech | £66.99 | £5.00 |
| .site | £50.99 | £3.99 |
| .website | £33.99 | £3.00 |
| .fun | £42.99 | £3.00 |
| .space | £26.99 | £3.00 |
| .org.uk | £11.99 | FREE |
| .uk.com | £21.99 | £19.99 |
| .net | £25.99 | £8.99 |
| .info | £21.99 | £6.99 |
| .biz | £21.99 | £6.99 |
Why you need a domain name
Show you mean business
Customers love to check out a company’s website before committing to a sale. A social media presence is great but you need a website too to show you’re professional and credible.
Protect your name
Buying a domain that relates to your business stops other people getting their hands on them and benefiting from your great idea. It also gives you some copyright and trademark protection.
Grab your slice of the online pie
Very few businesses would even consider existing without an online presence these days. Grab your name to ensure you’re getting a piece of the very lucrative ecommerce market!
Send personalised, professional email
Be professional - send emails from your business name e.g. you@yourwebsitename.co.uk. They look sleek and will be taken more seriously than emails from a generic Yahoo or Gmail account.
Why buy domains from names.co.uk?
Outstanding customer service
We're here to help. Enjoy friendly, quick service whenever you need it. Become a customer and you’ll get access to your own user-friendly Online Control Panel, where you can manage your services and account with us 24/7/365.
Unbeatable security & reliability
Coupled with top notch service is our state-of-the-art security protocols that ensure your online empire is protected. Our network has a guaranteed uptime of 99.9%, giving you and your customers uninterrupted service.
Backed by European expertise
We’re part of team.blue, a European leader in digital services, who have over 600,000 customers across the world and have registered 1,900,000 domain names – we really are experts in what we do!
Questions?
No problem, call us on
0345 363 3632 and we'll be happy to help.
Very good, professional company. They always sort out any requests promptly and courteously, and are available out of hours too.
Just a simple domain renewal but it was dealt with quickly, efficiently and politely and in a friendly manner which is all I could ask for.
Finding your perfect domain
Inject an international flavour with a .com, the world’s most popular domain.
£20.99£1.99
Show your British roots with a .uk – enjoy more choice & great availability.
£11.99FREE
New domain extensions
We have a huge selection of exciting new extensions - from location-based domains like .london and .tokyo to more memorable and practical names like .store or .photography.
International domains
Country-specific extensions like .uk for the United Kingdom, .ie for Ireland, .es for Spain, .com.au for Australia or .in for India can help you target a particular market.
How to choose a domain name
- Make it memorable & simple to type
- Keep it short & straight to the point
- Describe your business or the services you offer
- Think about your target audience, if it’s a local market, consider adding your town name
- Don’t add symbols or punctuation
- Choose an appropriate extension
How to buy a domain name
- Type the name you’d like for your website in the search bar and click “Search domains”.
- Browse through the list of available domains, if your preferred name is already registered, take a look at the suggested alternatives.
- Choose your domain name – remember to keep it short, easy to remember and relevant.
- Add it to your basket and check out.
Within minutes you could be the registered owner of your very own website domain. Remember, once you buy a domain name with us you can easily add a Website Builder, Web Hosting or Email, so you’ll be online in no time.
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Frequently asked questions about domain names
What is a domain name?
Why do I need a domain?
Your domain name is your unique identity. Domain names are used by businesses and individuals who plan on having an online presence. If you want to have a website or even a business email address, you need to have a domain name. This offers you the perfect stepping stone to start promoting yourself online and also protects you if you have a registered business and want to avoid anyone buying your matching domain.
What is an extension?
An extension is the last part or ending of a domain name. They are often referred to as TLDs (Top-Level Domains), the domain root or suffix. Some popular TLDs include .com, .co.uk, .net, .org. There are many categories of extensions such as ccTLDs and new gTLDs..
ccTLDs are country code specific so they represent a particular country e.g. .co.uk for UK and .ie for Ireland. New gTLDs are often more practical and easy to remember e.g. .photography, .guru, .ninja, .london, .legal, .sucks etc. Some businesses and brands register their domain name in a number of extensions to ensure they are fully protected.
What is DNS?
The Domain Name System (DNS) is like a directory for all websites on the Internet. It converts text-based domain names into a set of numbers known as Internet Protocol (IP addresses). By converting text to numbers, machines are able to locate websites based on their IP address and users can continue to find websites via domain names.
What are new gTLDs or new domain extensions?
gTLDs are generic Top-Level Domains, also known as new gTLDs or nTLDs. These extensions are practical and memorable and offer an alternative to the more traditional suffixes such as .com, .net and .org.
New gTLDs are commonly used to describe the function of a website e.g. an actor could choose .actor for his website or a fitness instructor could use .fitness. There are hundreds of new gTLDs to choose from including .london, .cymru, .wales, .diet, .farm, .website, .love, .education and many more. Find out more and choose your ideal domain name today.
Who can register a domain name?
Anyone... but some extensions have registration rules or restrictions. For example, you can only register a .ltd.uk if you are a limited company and the domain is an exact match to your company name. Most extensions like .com, .co.uk and many more, are open for everyone to register. If you're uncertain about the rules, you can check the information icon next to each extension in our search results.
Can I buy multiple domain names?
Yes, you can! As long as the domain isn’t already owned by somebody else, it’s possible to purchase multiple domains with different extensions for the same business name. As an example, we own names.uk and we forward it to our primary domain name names.co.uk.
Buying different versions of your domain name can help protect your brand and eliminate the chances of anyone else buying the domain if it is available. You also have an increased chance of gaining more website visitors by redirecting all your domains to one website, so potential customers can reach your site regardless of which extension they use.
Why should I choose names.co.uk?
We’re here to help your business grow. Your online adventure starts with your domain name, which is why we have a huge range to choose from, with great offers to get you started for less.
Once you’re on board you can enjoy unrivalled UK based support and freebies with all domain names you buy. Not to mention, access to loads of support articles and business tips to help you on your journey!
* The following suffixes are on offer when registered for 1 year using the embedded voucher code - .co.uk and .uk and .com and .org.uk. The offer prices are: .co.uk and .uk and .org.uk - free. .com - £1.99. These offers entitle you to one .co.uk or one .uk or one .org.uk and one .com at the offer price per account. Additionally, the following extensions will be offered at the prices shown (ex VAT) when registered on site for one year: .net - £8.99, .org - £7.99, .info - £6.99, .biz - £6.99, .uk.com - £19.99, .website - £3.00, .site - £3.00, .tech - £5.00, .store - £5.00, .fun - £3.00, .space - £3.00, .app - £12.00, .london - £14.99, .online - £3.50. Please note, for EU customers VAT rates payable will be subject to your country of residence. All offers are for the first billing period only, do not apply to renewals, are limited to online transactions and cannot be used where free domain offers have already been redeemed. Offers cannot be used in conjunction with any others and may be withdrawn at any time at the discretion of Namesco Limited. Standard terms & conditions apply.
** The offers are first month for £1 (ex VAT) on monthly Website Builder Starter and Professional, monthly WordPress Hosting Starter plans, monthly Managed WordPress Hosting Starter plans and £1 per mailbox on Email Hosting Starter plans. The first month for £2 (ex VAT) on Enthusiast and Pro Web Hosting plans and £5 (ex VAT) on Pro-XL Web Hosting plans. With monthly & annual Enthusiast, Pro and Pro XL Web Hosting packages you will also get a free SSL certificate. These offers are for the first billing period only, do not apply to renewals and are limited to online transactions. Offers cannot be used in conjunction with any others and may be withdrawn at any time at the discretion of Namesco Limited.