.co.uk
.co.uk Summary
The .co.uk domain extension is a country code top-level domain specifically representing the United Kingdom. It was introduced in 1985 and is managed by Nominet UK. The .co.uk extension is often used by businesses, organizations, and individuals based in or targeting the UK market. It's considered to hold a high degree of trust and recognition among Britons. Users operating under this domain must conform to UK laws regarding digital content and commerce.
.co.uk Facts
The .co.uk domain extension originated in 1985 as the country code top-level domain (ccTLD) assigned to the United Kingdom, making it one of the original extensions established with the birth of the internet. Interestingly, it has been widely embraced not just by UK-specific entities, but also by businesses throughout the world, due to its historic association with commerce (the 'co' stands for 'commercial'). As of 2021, there were over 10 million .co.uk domains registered, making it one of the most popular ccTLDs. Historically, there have been controversies around .co.uk, primarily related to debates around whether it should be shortened to .uk for simplicity, which eventually led to the creation of the .uk domain in 2014.
.co.uk Benefits
Owning a .co.uk domain extension can significantly enhance the visibility of the business or organization in the United Kingdom as it generates an impression of locality and familiarity. It instantly sends a message to the audience about the business’s operative location, which can boost trust and target local searches on search engines. Furthermore, a .co.uk domain offers an excellent opportunity to rank higher in local search results, increasing the probability of drawing more web traffic and potential customers. Lastly, with a .co.uk domain name, you are more likely to get your desired name since it’s less crowded than .com domains.
.co.uk Uses
The .co.uk domain extension is commonly used by businesses and individuals based in the United Kingdom, serving as an indicator of a company's geographic location. As such, a British company may use a .co.uk extension to establish credibility with its local customer base, instilling trust and demonstrating a commitment to the domestic market. Similarly, individuals who operate a home-based business, blog, or personal website can use this domain to emphasize their British identity. It could also be beneficial for businesses that operate internationally but wish to emphasize their presence in the UK market. Furthermore, organizations specializing in UK-specific content or services might use this extension to target customers specifically seeking such services.
.co.uk Frequently Asked Questions
What is a .co.uk domain name?
A .co.uk domain name is a country code second-level domain (ccSLD) typically used for commercial enterprises. This domain extension identifies the website as being from or related to the United Kingdom. However, anyone, not just UK businesses or residents, can register a .co.uk domain.
Why should I use a .co.uk extension?
You should use a .co.uk domain name extension if your primary audience is based in the UK. The extension can increase trust among UK visitors, and can potentially improve your site's ranking on UK-specific search results.
Who is able to buy a .co.uk domain name?
Both UK and non-UK residents are able to buy a .co.uk domain name. Although this domain primarily signifies UK businesses, it's not exclusive to UK residents. Anyone interested in reaching the British market or wants to project a UK presence can purchase it.
Where can I buy a .co.uk domain name?
A .co.uk domain name can be purchased from any of the providers in the Registrars list.
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.co.uk
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- Prix d'inscription de $2.99 à $50.00
- prix le plus bas
- meilleure valeur
Tous les prix sont indiqués sur le site USD. Les prix comprennent les frais d'ICANN et les frais d'installation. Les prix d'enregistrement/renouvellement/transfert sont pour une période d'un an.
Tarification
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Prix de gros
Prix facturé par le registre de l'extension aux bureaux d'enregistrement pour un nom de domaine. |
inscription
$4.94
renouvellement
$4.94
transfert
Non disponible
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Prix moyens des greffiers
Prix moyens de tous les bureaux d'enregistrement et fournisseurs activement répertoriés. |
inscription
$11.42
renouvellement
$12.90
transfert
$13.50
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Prix médians des greffiers
Prix médians de tous les bureaux d'enregistrement et fournisseurs activement répertoriés. |
inscription
$7.99
renouvellement
$9.49
transfert
$12.74
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Historique des prix les plus bas
A propos de
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Entité/Pays
La région ou l'entité géographique représentée. |
United Kingdom |
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Catégories
Groupes de classification auxquels le domaine appartient. |
Pays |
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Niveau du domaine
Le nombre d'étiquettes séparées par des points dans l'extension complète du domaine. |
Domaine de deuxième niveau |
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Type
Le type de domaine (gTLD/ccTLD/grTLD/sTLD/infrastructure/test) |
ccTLD |
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Nouveau gTLD
S'il s'agit d'un nouveau domaine générique de premier niveau (c'est-à-dire lancé par l'ICANN après 2013). |
Non |
Politique
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Restrictions
Limites imposées par le registre aux enregistrements. |
Aucune restriction connue |
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Présence locale requise
Si le registre exige que le déclarant ait une adresse physique dans la région. |
Non |
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DNSSEC pris en charge
Si la zone DNS du registre prend en charge les extensions de sécurité DNS (DNSSEC). |
Oui |
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Domaines Premium
Si le registre facture des prix plus élevés pour certains noms de domaine "premium". |
Enregistrements |
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Nombre minimum d'années d'enregistrement
Nombre d'années minimum pendant lesquelles un domaine peut être enregistré au moment de l'achat. |
1 |
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Nombre maximal d'années d'enregistrement
Nombre d'années maximum pendant lesquelles un domaine peut être enregistré au moment de l'achat. |
10 |
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Nombre minimum d'années de renouvellement
Nombre minimum d'années pendant lesquelles un domaine peut être renouvelé. |
1 |
Registre
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Site web du registre
Site web du registre pour les informations relatives à l'enregistrement des TLD. |
www.nic.uk |
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Serveur WHOIS
Nom d'hôte du serveur du registre qui stocke les informations de contact du titulaire du domaine. |
whois.nic.uk |
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Organisation de la gestion
Entité responsable de la gestion du TLD. |
Nominet UK |
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Adresse de l'organisme de gestion
Emplacement physique de l'organisme de gestion. |
Minerva House Edmund Halley Road Oxford Science Park Oxford OX4 4DQ United Kingdom |
Syntaxe du domaine
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Nombre minimum de caractères enregistrables
Longueur minimale de l'étiquette autorisée à être enregistrée. |
2 |
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Nombre maximal de caractères enregistrables
Longueur maximale de l'étiquette autorisée à être enregistrée. |
37 |
Serveurs de noms
Les serveurs de noms racine du registre qui stockent tous les serveurs de noms faisant autorité des domaines enregistrés.
| Nom de l'hôte | Adresse IPv4 | Adresse IPv6 |
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| nsa.nic.uk | 156.154.100.3 | 2001:502:ad09:0:0:0:0:3 |
| nsb.nic.uk | 156.154.101.3 | 2001:502:2eda:0:0:0:0:3 |
| nsc.nic.uk | 156.154.102.3 | 2610:a1:1009:0:0:0:0:3 |
| nsd.nic.uk | 156.154.103.3 | 2610:a1:1010:0:0:0:0:3 |
| dns4.nic.uk | 43.230.48.1 | 2401:fd80:404:0:0:0:0:1 |
| dns2.nic.uk | 103.49.80.1 | 2401:fd80:400:0:0:0:0:1 |
| dns3.nic.uk | 213.248.220.1 | 2a01:618:404:0:0:0:0:1 |
| dns1.nic.uk | 213.248.216.1 | 2a01:618:400:0:0:0:0:1 |