Guardians of .UK
We run .UK. This isn’t just part of the UK’s critical national infrastructure – it also connects us all to each other and everything we need and want to live day in, day out.
There’s plenty of hard work that goes on behind the scenes to ensure .UK remains a world-class namespace. From harnessing new technologies to keep .UK safe, to investing in our infrastructure to maintain 100% uptime.
.UK Domain Names
We’ve been trusted to run .UK domain names since 1996. With a .UK for everyone from businesses to charities and those wanting to express themselves online.
You can visit The UK Domain website to search for available .UK domain names and access support via our help centre for registering, using and managing your .UK domain.
become a registrar
Our registrars are a crucial part of the .UK ecosystem.
To apply to become a .UK registrar and sell .UK domains, head over to Registrar Resources.
If you’re considering becoming a registrar, then you may also want to become a Nominet member.
Being a Nominet member allows you to access discounted wholesale .UK domain registrations and renewals.
Domain lookup
Access information about an existing domain. If you’re looking to register a new .UK domain name, visit The UK Domain.
Halting Harm Online
We keep .UK safe for everyone who relies on it, keeping the digital economy running smoothly while protecting unsuspecting users from harm.
This includes using technical algorithms and manual intervention to stop potential malicious activity in its tracks through our Domain Watch service. We also work closely with law enforcement agencies to put a stop to domain abuse.
Evolving .UK
We’re continually developing .UK policy and actively engage with key stakeholders across the global internet community, including ICANN and the Internet Governance Forum (IGF), as well as other registries and industry bodies.
This helps to ensure our policies reflect the latest industry practices, stakeholder requirements, and the evolving threat landscape. We also work with registrars and members to understand the impact of proposals through our consultations.
Managing .UK Domain Disputes
From time to time, disputes can arise in relation to .UK domain names. For example, who owns them or whether a domain name infringes on an existing trademark.
Our Dispute Resolution Service (DRS) is a fast, efficient way to resolve .UK domain name disputes – without the costly legal fees associated with going to court.
Looking for support or want to purchase a .UK domain name?
There’s a .UK for everyone. Visit The UK Domain website to access support or search for available .UK domain names.