Show who is publishing
Include an about page, contact details and author information. Readers should be able to distinguish independent reporting from a company’s own announcements.
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.news domain names
Give your updates a clear address.
A .news domain tells readers to expect current information. It can suit a neighbourhood publication, specialist industry coverage or an organisation’s own newsroom; make the publisher and editorial purpose visible.
£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 3–63 ASCII letters, numbers or hyphens before .news, starting and ending with a letter or number. Registry guidance (opens in a new tab)↗
Choose with confidence
Is .news right for your idea?
Keep dates and corrections visible
Mark publication and substantial update dates on articles. A clear correction process helps readers understand what changed when a developing story moves on.
Organise coverage for returning readers
Use topics and a readable archive so useful reporting remains findable after it leaves the homepage. Subscription or notification options can help regular readers follow new work.
Know what you’ll pay
.news 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 .news
- Domain family
- Generic top-level domain
- Registry operator
- Dog Beach, LLC
- Introduced
- 12 March 2015
IANA identifies Dog Beach, LLC as the sponsoring organisation for .news. IANA: .news (opens in a new tab)
Where .news fits in the domain system
The IANA record for .news dates from 2015-03-12. This is the registry-record date, not a claim about the first day of public registration. The ending adds a descriptive choice for local publishers, specialist reporting and organisation updates.
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.
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How forwarding works →Connect your services
Manage DNS, nameservers and web forwarding. Use your domain with a compatible website or email provider.
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Questions about .news domains
Does a .news name certify a publication?
No. A domain ending does not establish editorial independence, accuracy or professional accreditation. The publisher must demonstrate those qualities through its work and policies.
Which .news registration periods can I choose?
Standard .news 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 .news 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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