Define the audience
A worldwide theme does not explain language or service coverage. Tell visitors which people or places the project actually serves.
UK-based support · Since 2002
.world domain names
Room for a wider subject.
A .world domain can introduce a project with a broad audience or a whole area of interest. Make the actual scope clear rather than implying coverage the site cannot provide.
£37.95 /yr + VAT · £45.54 including VAT
One-year renewal: £37.95 + VAT (£45.54 including VAT). Compare registration terms ↓
Who can register?
Choose .world 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 .world right for your idea?
Organise a large subject
Use clear sections to guide visitors through the topic. A focused starting resource can be more useful than many incomplete pages.
Keep global claims realistic
If you sell or provide services, state the countries you cover. The domain does not make a business available everywhere.
Know what you’ll pay
.world 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: £37.95 + VAT
£45.54 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 | £37.95 | £45.54 |
| 2 years | £75.90 | £91.08 |
| 3 years | £113.85 | £136.62 |
| 5 years | £189.75 | £227.70 |
VAT shown at 20%. Prices checked 7 September 2026. Your order confirms the final price and availability.
About this extension
The story behind .world
- 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: .world registry record (opens in a new tab)
How .world fits into the domain system
IANA’s .world registry record dates from September 2014. It identifies Identity Digital as the registry operator. A generic ending using the word world. 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 .world domains
Does .world guarantee international reach?
No. Reach depends on the website, audience and service, not the ending.
Can it suit an interest publication?
Yes. It can describe the world of a subject, with a clear editorial focus.
Does it translate a website?
No. Language versions need to be created and maintained separately.
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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