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Common questions relating to domain name registration, ownership, whois, etc.
What is a domain name?
What makes a good domain name?
Why have my own domain?
Should I register a name now for use at a later date?
What are the different domain name types?
When do I know a domain has been registered to me?
How do I order a .ltd.uk/.plc.uk?
You have confirmed that my name is registered, but it still appears to be free, why?
I registered a name which appeared to be free, now you tell me it isn't, what's going on!
Can I register a group of related names and only take them if all are available?
If I register a domain with you, am I the owner/holder?
How long does it take for a name to be registered once I've placed my order?
What information about me is displayed in WHOIS?
My name is now 'Parked', what does that mean/what can I do with it?
I've registered my name, how do I use it for a website?
What does DETAGGED mean?
I've seen a name that has expired, when can I register it ?
I've been called by a company claiming that someone is trying to register my name, what should I do?
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