How do I register a domain name?
How long does it take to register a domain name?
What does it cost to register a domain name?
What happens after the initial registration period has elapsed?
Can you register domain names with other extensions?
Does my domain name have to remain with me2uweb?
Can I register a domain name to be hosted by another ISP?
How do I transfer an existing domain name to me2uweb?
I want to register my domain name now but do not want a web site yet
Do you support sub-domains?
Can me2uweb design my site for me?
Do you put adverts on my forwarded web pages or emails?
What is a domain name?
A domain name is a text name which is used as a convenient way of finding your
way around the Internet. It is part of a system called Domain Name Service (DNS)
which provides you with an easy to remember address.
Registering a domain name on the Internet is the equivalent of registering
a company name at Companies House. Once registered, no-one else can use that name.
As there are many companies with similar names, it is important to register a
suitable domain name for your company as soon as possible. Registering a suitable
domain name is advisable to ensure your clients can easily remember the address
of information, products and services you provide on the Internet.
Using appropriate domain names makes it easy for people to find you on the
Internet, gives your online business more credibility and since you own the name
you are not tied down to a particular Internet Service Provider (ISP) - you can
change providers as often as you like without changing your email or web address.
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What is the difference between extensions and any rules that apply to them?
All domain names are accessible from anywhere in the world, there is no performance
difference between top level domains (TLDs or extensions). The main difference is in that .com's are perceived
as being international and .co.uk's are seen as being UK based. If your company
has an international market a .com domain would be a good choice whereas, .co.uk
is ideal for companies primarily focused upon the UK.
.biz and .info domains can be registered for between 1 and 5 years, .com, .net and
.org domains can be registered for between 2 and 5 years, all other domains can only be registered for 2 years
at a time. Domain names registered with me2uweb can be used with any of our web
hosting plans.
Note: .co.uk, .me.uk and .org.uk domains are registered with Nominet, the UK Internet names
organisation, and will be registered on your behalf on the understanding that you have read and accept their
terms and conditions.
There are considerable advantages in registering your domain name in multiple extensions, protecting a brand name or
making it easier for visitors to find you regardless of the domain extension they enter.
We are able to register domains with the following extensions:
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.biz
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The newest international extension to be made available and
reserved exclusively for use by commercial organisations. Like the .com extension it is forecasted to be one of the most
popular extensions giving an 'international' status with no obvious
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.com
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Intended for commercial organisations and by far one of the
most popular extensions to date, a .com gives an 'international' status with no obvious
indication as to where the company is based. |
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.co.uk
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The .co.uk domain is intended for the registration of names relating to commercial enterprises and
is usually associated with a web site or business situated in the United Kingdom.
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.eu
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The .eu domain type is the new Top Level Domain representing Europe. Note: Registrants must be based in Europe.
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.info
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Another of the newest domain extensions with obvious use for any web site delivering information. |
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.me.uk
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Intended for personal use. Domain Name registrations made under .me.uk are expected to be made for
natural persons, such as Mr John Doe registering johndoe.me.uk. However, it is possible to register any group of
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.net
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Has become a popular choice where the preferred name
is unavailable in .com and for general Internet use. Like .com, .net commands
a global appeal. |
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.org
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The preferred choice for non-profit making organisations wishing to portray a global presence. |
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.org.uk
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The choice for non-profit making organisations based
in or focused towards the United Kingdom. |
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We are also able to register domain names with the following globally recognisable premium extensions, giving you an
even better chance of getting the best names:
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| .br.com |
Brazil |
.cn.com |
China |
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| .de.com |
Germany |
.eu.com |
Europe |
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| .gb.com |
Great Britain |
.gb.net |
Great Britain |
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| .hu.com |
Hungary |
.no.com |
Norway |
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| .qc.com |
Quebec |
.ru.com |
Russian Federation |
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| .sa.com |
Saudi Arabia |
.se.com |
Sweden |
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Sweden |
.uk.com |
United Kingdom |
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United Kingdom |
.us.com |
United States |
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| .uy.com |
Uruguay |
.za.com |
South Africa |
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Is my domain name available?
Many names have already been registered and are in use by other parties or individuals.
You can use our domain search box at the top of each page to check if your preferred
name is still available.
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How do I register a domain name?
You can register your domain name online today and pay with your debit or credit card using our secure server.
Click here to register your domain name.
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How long does it take to register a domain name?
Your domain name will be registered immediately on receipt of your order. Once
your domain name has been registered it can take up to 72 hours before it becomes
visible to all users of the Internet and no longer shows as available on domain name searches. This is because all Internet Service Providers
need to update their records to show the new location of your domain name.
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What does it cost to register a domain name?
The cost of a domain name depends on the extension you choose and the period for
which you register it. Please see our current pricing
for more information.
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What happens after the initial registration period has elapsed?
After the initial registration period you can choose to renew your domain name
for a further period or to allow your domain name to expire. We will contact you via email about 6 weeks before your
domain name is due to expire so you must ensure you notify us if you change your email address.
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Can you register domain names with other extensions?
Please contact us with your requirements for further information
and pricing.
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Does my domain name have to remain with me2uweb?
No, the domain name you register belongs to you. No charge is payable to us in the event that you wish to
transfer your domain(s) to another ISP or web hosting company unless you have opted for one of our web hosting
accounts and your hosting account has already expired.
In the event that you did opt for a web hosting account and your web hosting account has already expired there
will be a one-off administration charge of £5.00 (£5.88 incl. VAT) to make any change to the name servers or
IPS Tag on your domain or to authorise a registry transfer.
Please note that if you opt to transfer your domain(s) to another ISP or web hosting company you will not be
able to use any of the FREE services normally associated with our domain registration service.
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Can I register a domain name to be hosted by another ISP?
Yes, if you would like us to register your domain for immediate use with another ISP or web hosting company, just
provide the required details in the special instructions box on the order form.
The ISP or web hosting company you wish to use will need to provide
you with details of their domain name servers. Please don't worry if you don't understand these requirements, your
ISP or web hosting company should have no problem in providing you with the necessary details.
Please note that if you opt to have your domain(s) hosted by another ISP or web hosting company you will not be able
to use any of the FREE services normally associated with our domain name registration service. Your domain renewals
will still be payable to us.
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How do I transfer an existing domain name to me2uweb?
Click here to view the domain transfer page for full details.
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I want to register my domain name now but do not want a web site yet
Domain name parking is included free of charge with all domain names. If you do not order web hosting for your domain
when you place your order, we will place a holding page at your
domain name which you can change at any time using your account control panel.
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Do you support sub-domains?
Yes, on most of our Unix ULTRA web hosting plans. Please refer to the plan details for further information.
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Can me2uweb design my site for me?
No, we do not offer web site design services.
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Do you put adverts on my forwarded web pages or emails?
No, unlike some other service providers, we NEVER put adverts on your forwarded web pages or emails.
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If you cannot find an answer to your question above please contact us.
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