Launching or upgrading your website is a key step to growing your business online. At UK Cheapest, we offer four tailored website packages designed to suit different needs, skill levels, and budgets – from simple DIY solutions to fully managed professional sites.
This package is perfect if you’re just starting out and want an easy, budget-friendly way to get online.
What it includes: Register a domain name and get a free one-page website builder included. You can create your own site quickly and manage optional add-ons like custom email or SSL security on your own.
Who it’s for: Small businesses, startups, or individuals comfortable managing their own site basics. Ideal if you want minimal costs and hands-on control.
Price: Around £10/year for the domain, no hosting fees unless you add extra services.
Step up to a multi-page website with hosting included, featuring the SiteJet drag-and-drop website builder.
What it includes: Hosting with SSL security, access to 140+ customizable templates, and an easy-to-use builder similar to Wix. You get full control over design and updates.
Who it’s for: Businesses needing more pages and flexibility but wanting to keep control of their website creation and updates. Great for those who want a professional look without ongoing management fees.
Want a professionally designed website but no time or interest in managing it yourself? This fully managed package is designed for you.
What it includes: We build a tailored one-page website optimized for lead generation. Hosting, SSL, backups, updates, and ongoing support are included — you just focus on your business.
Who it’s for: Busy entrepreneurs or small businesses who want an attractive, effective online presence with zero tech hassle.
For businesses ready to grow with a robust, multi-page website designed and managed by professionals.
What it includes: Custom multi-page site with expert design, hosting, SSL, backups, ongoing updates, and dedicated support. Perfect for those who want the best without lifting a finger.
Who it’s for: Established businesses or startups planning to expand their online footprint and brand credibility with a comprehensive website.
1. What is a Custom Domain Email Address / Mailbox?
A Custom Domain Email Address (or mailbox) is an email account that uses your own website’s domain name instead of a generic email provider like Gmail or Yahoo. For example, instead of john.doe@gmail.com, you would have john.doe@yourdomain.co.uk.
This mailbox lets you send and receive emails using your custom domain, giving you greater control and professionalism.
How is this different from full email hosting?
A mailbox provided with your domain offers basic email capabilities, typically accessed via webmail or configured in email clients using POP or IMAP protocols. Full email hosting services usually provide additional features like calendars, contacts, advanced spam filtering, and larger storage limits.
Why use a domain email address?
Professionalism: Using a custom domain email looks more credible and trustworthy to your clients and contacts.
Branding: Every email you send promotes your brand and reinforces your online presence.
Control: You manage your email addresses and accounts, not a third-party free provider.
Customisation: Create personalised addresses like sales@yourdomain.co.uk or info@yourdomain.co.uk tailored to your business needs.
2. How to Get a Mailbox?
If you have a parked domain using our default nameservers, you’re eligible for a custom domain mailbox.
Enter your full email address (e.g., john.doe@yourdomain.co.uk) and password to log in.
Once logged in, you can send, receive, and manage your emails from anywhere with internet access.
Using Third-Party Email Clients
We recommend using Roundcube Webmail to send and receive emails through your mailbox, however, if you are up for the technical challenge then you might prefer to use unsupported desktop or mobile email applications like Microsoft Outlook, Thunderbird, or Apple Mail, you can configure them with the following settings:
Incoming Mail Server (IMAP): microlite1.com
Port: 993 (SSL/TLS)
Incoming Mail Server (POP3): microlite1.com
Port: 995 (SSL/TLS)
Outgoing Mail Server (SMTP): Use your Internet Service Provider’s SMTP server
Username: Your full mailbox name (e.g., john-doe-yourdomain-co-uk)
Password: Your mailbox password
Note: IMAP keeps your emails synced across all devices, while POP downloads emails to your device.
Mobile Access Tips
Use the built-in mail apps on your iPhone, Android, or tablet.
Enter the same server settings as above for IMAP or POP.
For quick access without setup, simply use Roundcube webmail via your mobile browser.
4. Setting or Resetting Your Mailbox Password
How to Change Your Mailbox Password
You can easily change your mailbox password anytime through your client area:
Choose an upgrade option to a higher storage plan.
Complete the upgrade process – your storage will increase immediately or within a few minutes.
Contact support if you need assistance with upgrading.
6. Spam Protection and Security
Spam Filtering with SpamAssassin
To help keep your mailbox clean and free from unwanted junk emails, we use SpamAssassin, a powerful spam filtering system running on our mail servers.
Incoming emails are automatically scanned and scored for spam-like characteristics.
Emails identified as spam are marked or moved to a spam/junk folder, helping you focus on important messages.
Malware Scanning with Maldet
In addition to spam filtering, we employ Maldet (Malware Detect) to scan all email attachments for malware and viruses.
Suspicious or harmful attachments are flagged or blocked to protect your device and data.
How to Report Spam or Phishing Emails
If you receive a suspicious email that bypasses the filters:
Do not open attachments or click links in the email.
Forward the email to our support team at abuse@uk-cheapest.co.uk with the subject “Spam/Phishing Report.”
Delete the email from your mailbox after reporting.
7. Configuring Email Forwarding
How to Forward Emails from Your Domain Email Address
If you have a parked domain using our default nameservers, you can easily forward emails sent to your domain’s aliases to any external mailbox of your choice. This is perfect if you want emails addressed to info@yourdomain.co.uk or sales@yourdomain.co.uk to be redirected to your main mailbox or another email account.
When you manage your domains, you may see a Parking Status displayed, such as:
Status: Domain is parked
Status: Domain is not parked
What Does “Domain is Parked” Mean?
A parked domain means your domain name is using our default nameservers (ns.microlite1.com and ns2.microlite1.com). While parked, you can use our free parking tools such as:
If you see “Domain is not parked“, your domain is pointing to external nameservers. This means our local parking tools, including email and web forwarding, will not be available for your domain until you switch back to our parking servers.
View the Parking Status on the domain overview page.
How to Park or Unpark Your Domain
To park your domain and enable our free tools, select Use default nameservers then hit Change Nameservers button. This updates your domain’s nameservers to:
ns.microlite1.com
ns2.microlite1.com
To unpark, simply point your domain to any external nameservers of your choice. Note that parking features will then be disabled.
If you need help changing your domain’s nameservers or have questions about parking, please contact our support team.
As a UK Cheapest domain owner, you have two easy, free ways to publish a professional website on your domain. Choose the new AI Website Builder for a complete, custom site in seconds – or use the classic Homepage Builder for a simple homepage!
Ensure your Domain is Parked in order to use UK Cheapest free domain tools.
AI Website Builder NEW
Describe your business in one step (add contact, colours, etc)
AI instantly generates a custom website & site code
Go to Client Area > Domains > My Domains > Homepage Builder
Paste your Site Code to publish your AI-powered site, free with your domain
Congratulations on your new AI-generated website! Now that your site is ready, you have several flexible options to get it live and working for your business.
Using AI Generated Websites is completely FREE to UKC Domain owners. A completely professional website can be online for no more than the cost of your domain registration.
First, ensure your Domain is Parked in order to use UK Cheapest free domain tools. If your domain is not parked then you must park your domain before going any further.
Use Your Site Code with a Parked Domain
Ok, let’s connect your UKC Domain Name to your new Website:
Go to Domains > My Domains, select your domain, then choose Homepage Builder
Set AI / Homepage Builder option to Active
Enter your Site Code in the “Enter Site Code” field
Select Use AI Website then hit the Publish button
Your new website is now active!
Your parked domain will automatically redirect to your new AI-generated site – a quick and easy way to use your site without full hosting. To add Secure SSL and professional email facilities, buy a Web Hosting service for your domain.
What is the purpose of the Site Code?
The Site Code is a unique identifier for your AI-generated website. It allows our support team to quickly locate and retrieve your specific website version at any time in the future, should you need assistance or wish to make changes. Provide this code when contacting support for fast, efficient help.
What are my options if I don’t have a UKC Domain Name?
Alternatively you can download the Website Files and use your new website with any host. The site code is only relevant for connecting your AI Website to domains parked at UKC.