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Category: Domains

Help with choosing, managing and getting more from your domain names.

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Business Domains

Should You Choose a .co.uk or .com Domain Name?

Choosing between .co.uk and .com depends on your audience, brand and future plans. Here is how to make a sensible decision for your business. Read article

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Business Domains

How to Choose a Domain Name for Your Business

Your domain name is part of your business identity. Here is how to choose one that is memorable, practical and suitable for the way customers find you. Read article

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Why Domain Contact Details Matter

Out-of-date domain contact details can delay renewals, transfers and recovery when something goes wrong. Read article

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How Domain Registration Costs and Terms Work

Domain prices and registration periods vary by extension, so it helps to understand what you are paying for before you register. Read article

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Who Can Register a .UK Domain Name?

.UK domains are a strong choice for businesses and organisations with a UK audience, but it helps to understand the main options before registering one. Read article

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Why Renewing Your Domain Name on Time Matters

Missing a domain renewal can disrupt your website, email and brand. Here is why renewals deserve proper attention. Read article

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What Is a Domain Auth Code?

A domain Auth Code, also called an EPP code or transfer code, helps confirm that a domain transfer has been authorised by the domain holder. Read article

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How to Buy a Domain Name That Is Already Registered

If the domain name you want is already taken, you may still be able to buy it, but it helps to understand the risks, costs and negotiation process. Read article

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Can Domain Names Include Hyphens, Dots or Spaces?

Domain names have a few simple formatting rules. Here is what you can and cannot use when choosing a name for your website. Read article

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What Is the Domain Redemption Period?

The redemption period can offer one last chance to recover an expired domain, but it is not something any business should rely on. Read article

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What Are .uk Domain Names?

A plain-English guide to .uk domain names, including .uk, .co.uk, .org.uk and other UK namespace options. Read article

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What Can You Do With a Domain Name?

A domain name can do more than point to a website. It can support email, subdomains, redirects, campaigns and your wider business identity. Read article