.co.uk domains
Register a .co.uk domain name
A .co.uk domain is the most widely used UK business address, and we register it for £9.99 a year, with the same price at renewal. It signals to UK customers that you are a UK business, you can set up email on it straight away, and you can add UK hosting in the same order.
The basics
What does .co.uk mean?
The ending .co.uk is a second-level domain under the UK country code. The "co" stands for company, and it has been the default choice for UK businesses for decades. Because it is so familiar, many customers type it without thinking.
Anyone can register a .co.uk, and you do not need to be a limited company. Sole traders, clubs, charities and hobbyists all use them. You do need accurate contact details on the registration.
Why businesses choose it
Four reasons a .co.uk still wins
Familiar to customers
People assume a UK business ends in .co.uk and often type it by default.
Trusted for email
Addresses on a .co.uk domain look established next to free webmail.
Predictable cost
A flat £9.99 each year, with no renewal surprise.
Clearly UK
It tells people and search engines which country you serve.
From idea to live
How a .co.uk goes from search to website
- SearchCheck the name is free
- RegisterOrder at £9.99 a year
- PointConnect it to hosting
- BuildInstall WordPress or upload a site
- EmailCreate your addresses
Compare
.co.uk against the other common choices
| Ending | Best for | Typical feel |
|---|---|---|
| .co.uk | UK small and medium businesses | Familiar and conventional |
| .uk | UK brands that want a shorter address | Short and modern |
| .com | Businesses selling worldwide | International, often already taken |
| .org.uk | Charities and non-profits | Community and non-commercial |
We register .co.uk and .uk names. For other endings, ask our live chat before you order.
Good to know
What to check before you register
Search for your name on the UK trade mark register and in Companies House before you commit, so you do not choose a name another business already uses. A domain registration does not give you rights in a name.
Keep the contact details on your domain accurate. If a domain is registered with false details it can be suspended, and you could lose access to it.
Decide who owns the domain inside your business. Register it in the company name or your own name, not an employee or a web designer, so you can always manage it.
Protecting your name
Why many businesses register more than one ending
A domain name is cheap compared with the cost of a customer ending up on the wrong site. Registering the main endings you could be confused with takes a few minutes and costs £9.99 a year each.
Typical choices are the .co.uk and the .uk of your name. Point the extra domain at your main site with a permanent redirect, so anyone who types the other version arrives in the right place.
You may also want to cover common misspellings, particularly if your name is hard to spell. Keep the list short, because every extra domain is another renewal to track.
Set renewal reminders in your calendar. A domain that lapses can be taken by someone else, and getting it back is not guaranteed.
Practicalities
Setting up email on your new .co.uk
A domain is only half of a professional identity. The other half is email. Once your .co.uk is connected to hosting, create addresses for the people and roles in your business, such as a general enquiries address and one for accounts.
Add the DNS records that prove your mail is genuine, SPF and DKIM, and consider DMARC. They help your messages reach inboxes and make it harder for someone to forge your address.
Register your .co.uk now
Search for your name and add hosting in the same order.
FAQ
Common questions
Do I need a limited company to register a .co.uk?
No. Individuals, sole traders, clubs and companies can all register one, as long as the details are accurate.
Does a .co.uk help my Google rankings?
A .co.uk tells Google that your site targets the UK, which can help for UK searches. It is a clear signal rather than a ranking boost on its own.
What happens if I forget to renew?
The domain can stop working and eventually be released for others to register. Keep a valid payment method and watch renewal emails.
Can I have both .co.uk and .uk?
Yes. Many businesses register both and point one at the other, to stop customers or competitors using the spare.
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