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Organise answers around real tasks and common problems. Use plain headings, short steps and a clear route to more detailed information.
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.help domain names
Put useful answers within reach.
A .help domain communicates a practical purpose: helping someone take a next step. It can suit a product help centre, a guidance library or a support project, with ownership and the limits of the service clearly stated.
£30.95 /yr + VAT · £37.14 including VAT
One-year renewal: £30.95 + VAT (£37.14 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Standard registrations are subject to registry policies; reserved and premium names are treated separately. Our search accepts 2–63 ASCII letters, numbers or hyphens before .help, starting and ending with a letter or number. Registry guidance (opens in a new tab)↗
Choose with confidence
Is .help right for your idea?
Make the next contact route clear
Explain how to reach a person when an article is not enough, including normal response arrangements. Do not imply round-the-clock or emergency support unless it is actually provided.
Keep guidance current
Review instructions when the product or service changes. Add version information where it helps readers choose the right instructions, and offer a way to report an outdated answer.
Know what you’ll pay
.help 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: £30.95 + VAT
£37.14 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 | £30.95 | £37.14 |
| 2 years | £61.90 | £74.28 |
| 3 years | £92.85 | £111.42 |
| 5 years | £154.75 | £185.70 |
| 10 years | £309.50 | £371.40 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .help
- Domain family
- Generic top-level domain
- Registry operator
- Innovation Service Ltd
- Introduced
- 15 August 2014
IANA identifies Innovation Service Ltd as the sponsoring organisation for .help. IANA: .help (opens in a new tab)
Where .help fits in the domain system
The IANA record for .help dates from 2014-08-15. This is the registry-record date, not a claim about the first day of public registration. The ending adds a descriptive choice for customer help centres, guidance sites and support projects.
Background checked 7 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 .help domains
Does .help include a helpdesk system?
No. The domain can point to a help centre, but ticketing, live chat or other support software is a separate service. Choose a platform that supports your required features.
Which .help registration periods can I choose?
Standard .help registrations are available for 1, 2, 3, 5 and 10 years. Displayed term prices are full upfront charges. Confirm your term and renewal price at order review.
Can I connect a .help domain to an existing website?
Yes, if the website service supports a custom domain. Follow that service’s DNS instructions. Domain registration and any paid website service are separate.
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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