Explain the participation model
Tell visitors whether they can join a group, contact a team or use a product. Make any account requirement clear.
UK-based support · Since 2002
.chat domain names
An address for a conversation-focused project.
A .chat domain can introduce a conversation service or community project. Explain who can participate and what the service actually provides.
£40.95 /yr + VAT · £49.14 including VAT
One-year renewal: £40.95 + VAT (£49.14 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Choose .chat under the registry’s registration policies. Check rights to the name and provide accurate registrant details; availability is confirmed again during registration. Registry guidance (opens in a new tab)↗
Choose with confidence
Is .chat right for your idea?
Identify the people behind it
Provide a useful contact route and explain the operator. The domain does not supply moderation or participant verification.
Choose the communication tool separately
A chat system needs suitable software and operating arrangements. Domain registration only provides the address.
Know what you’ll pay
.chat registration and renewal prices
Choose your registration term at order review. Prices below are the total upfront cost for a standard domain, not a monthly payment.
Annual renewal: £40.95 + VAT
£49.14 including VAT at today’s price.
Longer renewal terms may differ from registration offers. Review the renewal price before paying. Premium names are excluded from standard prices.
| Term | Total + VAT | Including VAT |
|---|---|---|
| 1 year | £40.95 | £49.14 |
| 2 years | £81.90 | £98.28 |
| 3 years | £122.85 | £147.42 |
| 5 years | £204.75 | £245.70 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .chat
- Domain family
- Generic top-level domain
- Registry operator
- Identity Digital
Identity Digital is responsible for this domain registry. Registration through UK Cheapest and the website or email service you connect are separate parts of using the name. IANA: .chat registry record (opens in a new tab)
How .chat fits into the domain system
IANA’s .chat registry record dates from January 2015. It identifies Identity Digital as the registry operator. A generic ending using the word chat. This is the registry-record date, rather than a claimed public launch date.
Background checked 6 September 2026 against the sources linked above.
More than an address
Start using your name your way.
Make a simple first page
Use the included single-page builder for an introduction and contact details. Add a fuller website when you need one.
Website options →Forward your email
Send incoming messages from domain addresses to an existing inbox. A mailbox for storing and sending email is a separate service.
How forwarding works →Connect your services
Manage DNS, nameservers and web forwarding. Use your domain with a compatible website or email provider.
DNS help →A little more detail
Questions about .chat domains
Does .chat include live chat software?
No. Connect a suitable service separately.
Can it suit a community project?
Yes. Explain the audience and participation arrangements.
Does it guarantee private messages?
No. Privacy depends on the actual service and its configuration.
What happens after I find a domain?
Add one or more available names to your basket, then continue to registration. Enter the owner details and review the registration term and total before payment. Availability is provisional until the registrar confirms registration.
Will UKC charge me automatically at renewal?
No. UKC sends renewal reminders and an invoice. You need to pay the invoice to renew; UKC does not automatically charge you. Keep your contact details current so you receive reminders.
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