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01 — About the domain

What Is a .co.uk Domain?

.co.uk is the long-established commercial namespace beneath the United Kingdom’s .uk country-code top-level domain. It gives a company, shop, startup or service provider a recognisably UK web address.

  • Clear market signal. Visitors can see the UK connection before opening the website.
  • Professional communication. Use email such as [email protected].
  • Flexible connection. Point the domain to compatible hosting, email, shops and other services.
Adaptable business-domain illustration for United Kingdom and .co.uk A coded browser workspace connects a local domain with a website, email, online shop and customer service. yourbusiness.co.uk UNITED KINGDOM One business.One address. Website, email, shop and supportstay connected to the same name. WEBMAILSHOP .co.ukUNITED KINGDOM
One adaptable code illustration can represent the website, store, email and customer experience in any market.

02 — Transparent pricing

.co.uk Domain Pricing

Prices are loaded dynamically from Truehost. Confirm the selected term and final total during checkout.

Registration

New Registration

$6.94 / 1st Year

Search for an available business name and register it with accurate contact details.

Check Your .co.uk Name
Renewal

Annual Renewal

$5.89 / Year

Renew before expiry to keep your website, email and customer links working.

Renew or Manage
Transfer

Transfer to Truehost

$5.89 / Transfer

Bring an eligible existing domain into the same account as your other services.

Transfer .co.uk

03 — Complete your stack

Your Domain Is Step One. Here Is What Comes Next.

Swipe or scroll through live Truehost products and connect the services your business needs.

04 — Domain controls

Manage the Essentials in One Account

Register the address, then control the records and actions that keep it useful.

01

Registrar Lock

Use account security controls to reduce unauthorised transfer risk.

02

DNS Management

Connect websites, mail platforms and verification services through DNS records.

03

Nameserver Control

Point the domain to a compatible DNS or hosting provider when required.

04

Renewal Management

Track the renewal date and keep billing and contact details current.

05

Transfer Management

Start an eligible transfer and follow the required approval checks.

06

Support Access

Get help with registration, DNS, renewal and transfer questions.

Important: registering a domain does not incorporate a company, grant a trademark or replace tax, licensing and other legal requirements.

05 — Who it suits

Who Is .co.uk Built For?

A practical address for organisations serving customers across the United Kingdom.

01

Companies and Growing Teams

Present company information, products and customer services under a recognisably UK address.

company.co.uk
02

Shops and Online Sellers

Connect a catalogue, ordering flow and customer support to one brand customers can remember.

shopname.co.uk
03

Startups and New Ventures

Secure a concise local name early, then add the website, email and tools as the venture grows.

startup.co.uk
04

Consultants and Professional Services

Give clients one consistent place to review expertise, request a quote and contact the team.

practice.co.uk

06 — Domain in action

Turn the Address Into a Working Business Hub

Use the main domain for discovery, branded email for conversations and focused subdomains for the shop or customer portal.

  • Keep the public brand consistent across channels.
  • Route every service without changing the core name.
  • Move hosting providers without replacing the domain.
Find Your .co.uk Name
Adaptable connected business-hub illustration for United Kingdom and .co.uk A coded domain hub connects a website, online shop, business email and customer portal. .co.uk UNITED KINGDOM yourbusiness.co.uk WEBSITEPublic presenceEMAILTeam inboxesSHOPProducts & ordersPORTALCustomer service
yourbusiness.co.ukWebsite · Store · Email · Customer portal

07 — One name, many services

Build Around One Memorable Address

Use the main domain for the public brand and subdomains for distinct services.

ServiceExample addressPurpose
Main websiteyourbusiness.co.ukCompany information, products and enquiries
Online shopshop.yourbusiness.co.ukProducts, orders and payments
Customer portalportal.yourbusiness.co.ukAccounts, documents and support
Business email[email protected]Consistent team communication

08 — Local relevance

Make Your UK Market Clear Before the First Click

A country-connected address reinforces location and audience. Search performance still depends on useful content, technical quality and earned authority.

What the domain communicates

  • Market context. The address visibly connects the business to the UK.
  • Consistent identity. Website and email share one recognisable name.
  • Technical flexibility. Connect the platform that suits the business.

What still builds visibility

  1. Publish accurate service, product and location information.
  2. Keep the website fast, mobile-friendly and accessible.
  3. Earn relevant links, reviews and business citations.
Search a .co.uk Name

09 — Compare your options

Which Extension Fits Your Brand?

Compare the market signal, naming style and live registration price before deciding.

10 — Registry context

How .co.uk Fits Inside the UK’s Domain System

.uk is the United Kingdom’s country-code top-level domain. .co.uk is its long-established commercial second-level namespace.

Nominet maintains the authoritative .uk registry and publishes the policies governing registration, renewal, expiry and disputes. Truehost provides the registrar-facing ordering, account and support experience.

Use the Nominet Domain Lookup →
.UKUnited Kingdom country-code domain
.co.uk.uk.org.uk.me.uk
Availability and registration details are confirmed by the registry and registrar during the order.

11 — Domain lifecycle

What Happens If .co.uk Expires?

Renew before expiry whenever possible. Nominet’s standard lifecycle keeps an expired .uk domain renewable for 90 days before the scheduled cancellation process completes.

01Resolving

Active

The domain and connected services can operate normally. Keep contact and billing details current.

02Action due

Renewal Due

Renew at $5.89 before expiry to avoid disruption.

03Days 1–30

Expired

The domain normally continues to resolve and can still be renewed at the standard price.

04Days 31–90

Suspended

Connected services stop, but the current registrant can still renew the domain.

05From day 95

Cancelled

Nominet schedules cancellation five days after the 90-day expiry period; the name may then become available to others.

12 — Renewal safety

Know the Cost Before the Domain Is at Risk

Standard renewal pricing is dynamic. Recovery availability and additional registry handling depend on the live domain status.

Domain statusExpected actionPrice guidanceRecommendation
ActiveRenew normally$5.89Renew before the expiry date
Renewal dueRenew immediately$5.89Confirm the live total in your account
Expired or graceCheck eligibilityLive account totalAct while standard renewal remains available
Recovery reviewContact supportRegistry handling may applyDo not assume a new registration will restore it
ReleasedSearch again$6.94 if availableAnyone may be able to register the name

13 — Domain administration

The Details That Keep Your .co.uk Healthy

Registry and registrar checks protect the namespace. Keep these details accurate throughout the registration.

Namespace.co.uk
Parent domain.uk
Registry serviceNominet

Registrant essentials

  • Use accurate registrant and contact information.
  • Register only a name available through the live search.
  • Keep the account email accessible for notices and approvals.
  • Review trademark and company-name questions separately.

Operational essentials

  • Keep nameservers and DNS records documented.
  • Renew before expiry and monitor account reminders.
  • Use transfer controls and follow the current .uk registrar process.
  • Confirm final eligibility, term and total during checkout.

14 — Multi-year planning

Plan the Registration Beyond Year One

The estimates below combine today’s registration price with the displayed renewal price. Your chosen term is carried into domain search; WHMCS validates availability and the final payable total in checkout.

Planning basis: first year $6.94; following years $5.89 each.
TermPlanning estimateHow it is calculatedAction
1 year$6.94Registration priceChoose 1 year
2 yearsCalculated at checkoutRegistration + 1 renewal yearChoose 2 years
3 yearsCalculated at checkoutRegistration + 2 renewal yearsChoose 3 years
4 yearsCalculated at checkoutRegistration + 3 renewal yearsChoose 4 years
5 yearsCalculated at checkoutRegistration + 4 renewal yearsChoose 5 years

15 — Transfer guide

Transfer Your .co.uk Domain to Truehost

Bring an eligible domain into your Truehost account without changing website or email records unless you choose to.

A

Prepare the Domain

Confirm the contact email is accessible and request the authorisation details.

B

Submit the Transfer

Start the Truehost order and provide the required domain information.

C

Approve and Monitor

Complete confirmation requests while keeping existing DNS records active.

16 — Registration process

Register Your .co.uk Domain in Four Steps

Start with the live search, then complete the order and connect the domain.

01

Search the Name

Enter the business or brand name and keep .co.uk selected.

02

Review Availability

Choose the available result or compare another extension.

03

Complete Checkout

Provide accurate registrant details and use an available payment method.

04

Connect Services

Point the domain to the website and configure email.

17 — Frequently asked questions

.co.uk Domain Questions

Practical answers about pricing, setup and ongoing management.

What is a .co.uk domain?

.co.uk is the long-established commercial namespace within the United Kingdom’s .uk country-code domain.

How much does a .co.uk domain cost?

Registration is $6.94, renewal is $5.89, and an eligible transfer is $5.89. Confirm the final total during checkout.

Does registering .co.uk create a legal company?

No. Company incorporation, tax, licensing and trademark rights are separate matters.

Can I use .co.uk for professional email?

Yes. Connect a compatible email service and create addresses such as [email protected].

Can I connect the domain to an existing website?

Yes. Update the nameservers or DNS records to point it to a compatible website or hosting provider.

Can I transfer an existing .co.uk domain?

An eligible domain can be transferred after the required registry and account checks.

Who manages the .uk registry?

Nominet maintains the authoritative registry for .uk and its second-level namespaces, including .co.uk. Truehost provides the registrar-facing ordering, account and support experience.

What happens if my .co.uk domain expires?

A .co.uk domain normally remains operational for 30 days after expiry and can still be renewed. It is then suspended but remains renewable through day 90, with cancellation scheduled five days later.

Does .co.uk support DNSSEC?

The .uk registry supports DNSSEC. Confirm the setup available for your domain and DNS provider before enabling it.

Can I register .co.uk for several years?

Multi-year support and the final total are confirmed during checkout. The planning table above estimates later years from the current renewal price.

For UK-focused businesses

Claim the Domain That Carries Your Name.

Search your business name, review the live .co.uk price and register the available address through Truehost.

Live pricingDNS managementUK business identity