Free .co.uk domain offers explained
A .co.uk domain is not permanently free, even when a package includes the first registration
Registry registration and renewal costs continue after an introductory offer. A hosting or website package may include an eligible domain, while a standalone promotion may reduce the first-year price. Compare the full term, renewal price, VAT and cancellation effect before ordering.
What can a free domain offer mean?
Included with another service
The domain cost may be absorbed into an eligible hosting or website package while that service remains active.
First year discounted
An introductory registration price applies first, followed by the normal renewal price.
Credit or voucher
A promotion may credit only selected extensions, terms or new registrations.
Free subdomain
An address under somebody else’s domain is not the same as owning and controlling your own .co.uk.
What should I check before ordering?
- 1Eligible extensions
Confirm that .co.uk is included and that the exact name is available.
- 2Minimum term
Check whether the offer requires two years, annual hosting or another commitment.
- 3Renewal and VAT
Review the normal renewal amount and whether displayed prices include VAT.
- 4Cancellation and transfer
Understand what happens to the domain if the linked service ends or you move provider.
What are the current UKC options?
UKC runs introductory domain offers and allows eligible .uk or .co.uk registration during some hosting orders. Offers, terms and eligibility can change. The live domain search and checkout order summary are the source of truth for the registration term, renewal price, VAT and total payable.
Register a domain
Use the current UKC search to see live availability and the full introductory terms before checkout.
Order hosting
During hosting checkout, select an eligible new .uk or .co.uk if the order summary confirms that it is included.
Use an existing domain
You can keep a domain at its current registrar and point it to UKC hosting without registering another name.
Transfer later
A domain can usually be moved under the applicable registry rules. A transfer does not automatically make future renewals free.
Who owns an included domain?
The domain should be registered using the true holder’s details. Keep the registrant email current, retain account access and review renewal notices. A discount changes the price, not the importance of correct ownership information.
Free .co.uk questions
Can I register a .co.uk for nothing forever?
No. Registries and registrars charge for ongoing registration, so a permanent zero-cost promise needs careful scrutiny.
Is the domain mine if it is included with hosting?
It should be registered to the named holder shown in the order. Check the order and account record.
Will renewal be free too?
Usually not. Review the stated renewal price before purchase.
Can I cancel hosting and keep the domain?
That depends on the offer terms and any amount due. Check the order summary or ask UKC before cancelling.
Compare the full cost
Choose the right domain and service, not only the headline offer
Check availability, term, renewal, VAT and what is included before payment.