Curate the collection
Group images in ways that help visitors understand the subject or project. A selected collection can be easier to explore than an unfiltered archive.
UK-based support · Since 2002
.photos domain names
A shared home for your photographs.
A .photos domain can introduce a collection or photographer’s work. Give images useful context and choose a clear route for enquiries or further viewing.
£28.95 /yr + VAT · £34.74 including VAT
One-year renewal: £28.95 + VAT (£34.74 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Choose .photos 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 .photos right for your idea?
Explain the context
Captions and a short project introduction can identify the place, date or purpose where relevant. Credit creators appropriately.
Control image size
Prepare images for web viewing and test the gallery on mobile. The domain does not optimise files automatically.
Know what you’ll pay
.photos 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: £28.95 + VAT
£34.74 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 | £28.95 | £34.74 |
| 2 years | £57.90 | £69.48 |
| 3 years | £86.85 | £104.22 |
| 5 years | £144.75 | £173.70 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .photos
- 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: .photos registry record (opens in a new tab)
How .photos fits into the domain system
IANA’s .photos registry record dates from December 2013. It identifies Identity Digital as the registry operator. A generic ending naming photos. 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 .photos domains
Does .photos include storage?
No. Choose a suitable hosting or gallery service separately.
Can it be a portfolio?
Yes. Explain your role in the work and make contact details easy to find.
Does it grant image rights?
No. Publish only material you are entitled to use.
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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