Domain Names

Data validation for UK domains

uk-nominetAs of 6th May Nominet have updated their data validation processes.

Nominet will attempt to validate all registrant name and address data through their third party sources at the point of registration or when the WHOIS contact details are updated.

How does Nominet validate my details?

Nominet will check the registrant name agaist the Electoral Roll and Company’s House . The domain must be registered to an individual person or a registered LTD or PLC company.

Nominet will check the registrant address against the Royal Mail Postcode file, international addresses will be checked against similar sources where they exist.

What happens if my details cannot be validated?

If Nominet are unable to validate the registrant name or address they will contact you on the email address that the domain is registered to informing you of the steps that you need to take to complete validation.

If the validation process is not completed, Nominet will suspend the domain.

How can I check the details?

You can check the domain name on the WHOIS to see if the domain has passed validation:

Domain WHOIS check

How can I update the registrant address?

To update the registrant address, please login to your Client Portal and follow the steps below:

1. Go to Domains
2. Go to My Domains
3. Go to the drop-down arrow next to Manage Domain
4. Hit Edit Contact Information

To ensure that the address is validated please check that it matches the address stored on the Royal Mail Postcode address website.

How can I update the registrant name?

If the registrant name is not of an individual person or valid LTD or PLC company, please contact Nominet to update the registrant Name.

Nominet’s contact details.

Where can I find further information on the data validation process?

Nominet Data validation process

Claim Your Reserved .UK Domain Name

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Own an existing .co.uk domain?
Claim your reserved .uk domain now to avoid missing out!

On 10 June 2014, shorter, sharper ‘example.uk’ domain names became available for the first time alongside ‘example.co.uk’, ‘example.org.uk’ and so on. This represents the biggest modification of the UK namespace since it began.

Any unique ‘example.uk’ domain name (e.g. one that does not have an equivalent name already registered as a .co.uk or a .org.uk) is available to register in the normal way.

However, over 10 million existing UK Domain Family customers are being offered the shorter equivalent of their current address, with five years to decide whether they want to use it in addition to, or instead of the domain they already have. In the small proportion of instances where there could be competition – e.g. where one person holds example.co.uk and another holds example.org.uk – the new .uk domain will be offered to the .co.uk registrant.

If you registered a .co.uk domain, before 28th October 2013, then you can claim your reserved .uk domain name simply by visiting the link below.

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For more detail on the new .uk domain and release process, please see the .UK information dedicated hub here at dotuklaunch.uk.

Who are MESH DIGITAL in my WHOIS record?

Mesh Digital are one of our Upstream Registrar Partners.

Your domain WHOIS may show the following information:

Registrar: MESH DIGITAL LIMITED
Sponsoring Registrar IANA ID: 1390
Whois Server: whois.meshdigital.com
Referral URL: http://www.meshdigital.com
Registrar IANA ID: 1390
Registrar Abuse Contact Phone: +1.8779770099
Reseller: UK-Cheapest.co.uk
Domain Status: clientDeleteProhibited
Domain Status: clientUpdateProhibited
Domain Status: clientTransferProhibited

For new domain registrations, you may receive an email from MESH to validate any new ICANN registered domain names. Simply click the link in the whois-verification email to activate your domain name.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Mesh Digital Limited and its connection to GoDaddy Inc.?

  • Mesh Digital Limited is a wholly-owned subsidiary of GoDaddy Inc. It’s known for rapid growth and being a Top 30 fastest-growing ICANN accredited registrar, operating major domain brands like Domainmonster.com and Domainbox.com.

2. What is Domainmonster.com and how is it associated with Mesh Digital?

  • Domainmonster.com is a retail domain brand operated by Mesh Digital. It’s recognized for its performance in major domain launches over the past three years and serves customers globally in Dollars, Sterling, and Euros across 133 countries.

3. What services does Domainbox.com offer, and what is its core technology?

  • Domainbox.com is Mesh Digital’s wholesale offering, known for its lightning-fast Application Programming Interface (API). It provides comprehensive and innovative services for wholesale domains and email, handling over 1 million API calls a day across its reseller network.

4. How many domain names does Mesh Digital manage, and what are its security standards?

  • Mesh Digital currently manages over 5 million domain names worldwide. The company is RAA compliant, prioritizes security, and offers a robust Domainbox EPP server for domain, contact, and host object transactions.

5. What makes Domainbox’s reseller package unique and reliable?

  • Domainbox offers a comprehensive, reliable, and scalable reseller package with extensive features and flexibility, making it an attractive solution for those looking to become successful resellers. The platform is known for its powerful functionality and global reach.

6. When did GoDaddy acquire Host Europe and Mesh Digital?

  • GoDaddy Inc. completed its acquisition of Host Europe Group (HEG), which includes Mesh Digital, on April 3, 2017.

Domain – Frequently Asked Questions

Common Domain Name Questions

Whether your are looking for support on an existing domain name, or just looking to make sure the features you require are included before your register your new domain name, you will find answers to the most common questions in this F.A.Q.

  1. What is a domain name?
  2. What is a nameserver?
  3. What is a DNS ‘A’ record?
  4. How do I build a free website with my domain name?
  5. How do I connect my domain name to Moonfruit.com?
  6. How do I connect my domain name to Wix.com?
  7. How do I connect my domain name to Weebly.com?
  8. Why is there a DNS propagation delay when I make DNS/Nameserver changes?
  9. How do I connect my domain name to MobileMe.com for publishing using iWeb?
  10. How do I get my MobileMe site to work without the WWW prefix?
  11. Can a non-UK citizen register .UK domain names?
  12. What does “Registration request being processed” mean on my WHOIS record?
  13. Why does ‘Everyones Internet’ show as my non-UK domain name registrar in WHOIS?
  14. What is the difference between a parked domain and a hosted domain?
  15. How can you offer free domain names? Is there a catch?
  16. Can I use my domain name to point to my free ISP webspace?
  17. Can I have any email sent to my domain name automatically forwarded to my primary email address?
  18. Can I change my domain name servers?
  19. Can I change my domain name IPSTAG?
  20. How do I change my domain email/web forwarding?
  21. I don’t want hosting now, can I add it to my domain name later?
  22. I want to change my domain name, can I get a refund for the old name?
  23. How long does it take to register a domain name?
  24. What characters are valid in a domain names?
  25. A domain name I want expired a while ago, why can’t I register it?
  26. I just registered my domain name with you but it still says its available?
  27. My Domain Name is not working yet, what is wrong?
  28. Do I have to pay VAT even though in my country we do not?
  29. How do I transfer my Domain to another Provider?
  30. How do I transfer my Domain Names to UK-Cheapest?
  31. What are the domain name renewal costs after 2 years?

Domain Registration Charges

DomainNameRegistrationOngoing Charges and Fees

Before you register a domain name, we want to make you fully aware of all charges relating to the registration and use of your domain name.

Registration Costs

  • .UK, .CO.UK, .ME.UK, and .ORG.UK domains start from £7.49 per year
  • Non .UK (com, net, biz etc) domain names start from £9.99 per year

Renewal Costs

After the initial registration period has expired, the renewal costs become active. The renewal cost for all domain extensions is shown clearly in the Client Area from the moment of registration.

  • .UK domain name renewal charges are £9.99 per year
  • Non .UK (com, net, biz etc) renewal charges are £14.99 per year

Domain Privacy Costs

  • Privacy is offered for £FREE with all .UK domain registrations.
  • Non .UK (com, net, biz etc) domains come with privacy services for just £3.99 per year.

Maintenance Costs

There are many features that you receive with your domain name. Please find below the costs associated with each feature.

  • Homepage Builder – £FREE – there are no ongoing costs with this service.
  • Nameserver changes – £FREE -there are no ongoing costs with this service.
  • Email forwarding – £FREE -there are no ongoing costs with this service.
  • Web Forwarding – £FREE -there are no ongoing costs with this service.
  • Custom DNS changes – £FREE -there are no ongoing costs with this service.

Transfer In Costs

There is no cost to transfer-in any .UK domain name however there is a 1 year renewal cost added to all non-UK domains. The renewal charges of transferred in UK domains are as stated above.

  • All .UK incoming transfers are at no cost.
  • All non .UK domains incur a 1 year renewal cost extending the registration period by 1 year.

Transfer Out Costs

There is no need to transfer your domain name to use it with any other web host, however, sometimes you may wish to transfer your domain name away to another domain name host so that their renewal costs will apply.

  • All .UK IPSTAG changes (transfers away) are free of any charges.
  • All non .UK domain UNLOCK and TRANSFERS are free of any charges.

Changes to charges

Changes to our charges will be detailed on this page. An alert will also show in your domain name control panel to advise that the charges have changed and you will be asked to review this page to ensure you are aware.

Questions?

If you have any questions do visit our HelpDesk. VAT is applied to all charges stated above.