Define what is free
Explain the part of the offer that has no charge. Do not make visitors infer conditions from an unrelated page.
UK-based support · Since 2002
.gratis domain names
An address with a free-offer theme.
A .gratis domain can suit a project offering something free of charge. Explain exactly what is free and identify any separate charges or conditions clearly.
£23.95 /yr + VAT · £28.74 including VAT
One-year renewal: £23.95 + VAT (£28.74 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Choose .gratis 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 .gratis right for your idea?
Separate access from other costs
If a third-party service or later option costs money, state that clearly. A free resource need not imply every connected service is free.
Maintain useful resources
Check links and remove stale material. A small current collection is more helpful than many broken downloads.
Know what you’ll pay
.gratis 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: £23.95 + VAT
£28.74 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 | £23.95 | £28.74 |
| 2 years | £47.90 | £57.48 |
| 3 years | £71.85 | £86.22 |
| 5 years | £119.75 | £143.70 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .gratis
- 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: .gratis registry record (opens in a new tab)
How .gratis fits into the domain system
IANA’s .gratis registry record dates from April 2014. It identifies Identity Digital as the registry operator. A generic ending using the word gratis. 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 .gratis domains
Is a .gratis domain free to register?
No. The registration and renewal prices are shown on this page.
Does the ending impose a free hosting plan?
No. Hosting is a separate choice.
Can it suit an open resource collection?
It can fit, provided the access conditions and publisher are clear.
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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