.uk Domain Names
.uk lets you register directly at the second level, as in yourname.uk, a shorter alternative to .co.uk that Nominet introduced in 2014. It signals a UK audience to visitors, and no local presence is required to register one. Many UK businesses hold both the .uk and .co.uk versions of their name.
.uk price
First year: $7.69. Renewal: $10.69 per year. Prices in USD, shown before checkout with nothing added.
About .uk
- Registry: Nominet
- Country: United Kingdom
Who can register .uk
Anyone can register a .uk domain; there are no eligibility rules.
Ideal for
- UK businesses
- UK startups
- Personal sites for UK residents
- UK charities
- Brands targeting British customers
- Owners of matching .co.uk domains
Did you know?
- Direct second-level .uk registrations, such as example.uk, became available in June 2014.
- Holders of existing .co.uk domains were given a reserved right to the matching .uk name, which expired in June 2019.
- The United Kingdom uses .uk rather than .gb, even though GB is its ISO 3166 country code.
- The .uk registry is run by Nominet.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be based in the UK to register .uk?
No local presence or local activity requirement is listed for .uk, and email verification is not required.
How long can I register a .uk domain?
Registrations can run from 1 to 10 years.
Is WHOIS privacy available for .uk?
Yes, WHOIS privacy protection is available for .uk domains.
Should I choose .uk or .co.uk?
.co.uk is the long-established and widely recognised option, while .uk is shorter. Registering both protects your name and avoids confusion between them.