Domain names, explained plainly
News and practical guides on buying, selling and looking after domain names, with a focus on the UK. Every figure we publish links to its source.
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The .uk register reaches 10.7 million names
Nominet's September 2026 figures show 10.72 million .uk registrations, with direct .uk names growing fastest.
.uk transfers move to authorisation codes on 9 February 2027
Nominet is replacing IPS tag changes with a code-based transfer process, similar to .com, from 9 February 2027.
TradingCards.com reported sold for $2 million
DomainInvesting reports a seven-figure sale of TradingCards.com through Afternic, with the buyer finding it via GoDaddy search.
.web is in the root zone, but launch dates are not yet published
Verisign announced the delegation of .web in July 2026 and said it plans to offer it through registrars later this year.
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How to buy a domain name that is already registered
A step-by-step UK guide: find the owner, make a sensible offer, check for trade mark issues and complete the deal safely.
Domain escrow explained: how to pay safely
How domain escrow works, what the inspection period is, and how to avoid fake escrow websites.
How to sell a domain name in the UK
Pricing realistically, listing on marketplaces, handling enquiries and getting paid safely.
How to transfer a .uk domain (before and after February 2027)
How .uk transfers work today with IPS tags, and how they will work with authorisation codes from 9 February 2027.
Domain name disputes: Nominet DRS and UDRP explained
How disputes over .uk and generic domains work, who runs them since July 2026, and what they cost.
Domain name scams to watch for
Fake appraisals, fake escrow sites, spoofed registry emails and renewal notices – and where to report them in the UK.
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