There are now hundreds of registrars in the UK offering a wide range of Internet services. However, Nominet cannot recommend one registrar over another.

Making the right choice of provider is quite a daunting task and we offer the following broad advice:

• Overall, you should shop around to find a registrar that provides the service or range of services you need.
• Get competitive quotes - but remember, the cheapest price is not necessarily the best deal. Check your contract for any 'hidden' charges.
• You should ask to see copies of the Terms and Conditions for domain name registration. If these are not easily available to you - usually via their website - insist on having a copy and study it thoroughly.
• Seek recommendations from other Internet users and ask the prospective registrar for testimonials from other customers.
• Check whether the registrar has signed up to an industry code of conduct.
• Consider whether you need any specialist services - not all registrars offer the same package.
• Research what is available from which registrar through the Internet media.
• Pay particular attention to your rights to move your business and your domain name to another registrar, and whether there is a charge for doing so.

For more information:

List of Nominet members and
Your contract

If you wish to complain about the service you have received from a registrar, we have a complaints procedure you can follow.