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A domain name is an important asset and is not protected by default. Follow these recommendations to keep your domain secure.
Find out what you need to do if you hold a .eu domain or want to register one.
What to do when your .gov.uk domain name is approved.
Follow these steps to apply for a .gov.uk domain name.
Every .gov.uk domain needs a registrant. Find out what they do and who can be a registrant.
How to apply for a .gov.uk domain name
Check if your organisation is eligible for a non-government domain name and how to get one.
Find out who to get permission from to apply for a .gov.uk domain name.
Find out if your organisation is eligible for a .gov.uk domain name and what to do if it’s not.
Check who to contact if you think your domain is compromised.
Follow these steps when you want to stop using your domain name.
Use this guidance to make sure that you choose an appropriate .gov.uk domain name.
How to modify and transfer your .gov.uk domain name.
We are seeking views on the proposed requirements for UK-related domain name registries when tackling domain name abuse.
Read this to understand the relationship between all the parties involved in the management and protection of .gov.uk domain names.
Get a domain name, subdomains, and a start point for your service.
This guidance explains what .gov.uk agreements Registrars, Registrant and sub-Registrants need in place to protect their .gov.uk domains.
We are seeking views on proposals for the design of regulations in relation to UK-related domain name registries.
Follow these steps to appeal a .gov.uk domain name application that has been rejected.
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