Names.co.uk Discount Codes

About Names.co.uk

Names.co.uk is one of the longer-standing British domain registrars and web hosting providers, sitting in a market that's equal parts technical infrastructure and glossy self-service. The core offer is exactly what you'd expect: domain registration across a wide range of TLDs (.co.uk, .com, .online, and dozens of others), shared and managed hosting plans, VPS hosting, SSL certificates, and a website builder for those who'd rather not open a text editor. There's also a managed "build me a website" service for small businesses that want a finished product rather than a toolkit.

In practice, buying here is straightforward. You search for a domain, add hosting or extras if you want them, and check out. Renewals are handled automatically unless you opt out, which is worth remembering - auto-renewal is the default across the industry, and Names.co.uk is no exception. Set a calendar reminder if you'd rather not be surprised by a charge twelve months from now.

What's genuinely good: the range of products under one roof is useful if you want everything - domain, hosting, SSL, email - managed from one dashboard. The managed VPS plans represent reasonable value for growing sites that need more headroom than shared hosting offers, and the SSL options range from basic DV certificates up to Organisation Validated (OV) at the higher end. Customer support is available by phone and live chat, which matters more in hosting than in most retail categories, because a downed website is rarely a problem you want to solve by email at your own pace.

The weaknesses are honest ones. Pricing on renewals can be noticeably higher than introductory rates, which is a category-wide pattern but still worth factoring in. The website builder is functional rather than exceptional - if design matters to you, you'll probably want something like Squarespace or Wix instead. And while Names.co.uk is a recognisable name in the UK, it competes directly with GoDaddy, 123 Reg, Fasthosts, and IONOS, all of which run similar promotions and offer comparable baseline features. There's no single feature that makes Names.co.uk the obvious winner for everyone; the choice often comes down to price at the moment of purchase and which interface you find least annoying.

There's no headline loyalty programme to speak of. The value, such as it is, comes from stacking introductory rates against available codes - of which there are currently 28 listed on this page, comprising 6 active voucher codes and 22 deals. Discounts run from 10% to 25% off, with 10% being the most common. Two of those codes are expiring within the next week, so if you're already thinking about a purchase, don't sit on it.

Who should shop here: UK small businesses or individuals who want a single supplier for domain, hosting, and SSL, and who appreciate dealing with a British company. Who probably shouldn't: anyone whose primary need is a polished drag-and-drop website builder, or anyone who's already comfortable with a competing registrar and sees no reason to move.

How to use a Names.co.uk discount code

1. Copy the code from this page before you click through - it won't automatically carry over to the Names.co.uk site.
2. Search for your domain or select your hosting plan as normal. Add everything to your basket before looking for the promo field; some codes only trigger once the qualifying product is in there.
3. Proceed to the checkout. The discount code box typically appears on the order summary or payment page - look for a field labelled "Promo Code" or "Discount Code" near the order total.
4. Paste your code into the field and click "Apply". The discount should show immediately in the order total. If it doesn't change, double-check you've hit apply rather than just tabbing past the box.
5. Check the updated total before entering payment details. If the code hasn't applied, confirm the product in your basket qualifies - some codes are restricted to specific plan types (hosting only, or new customers only).
6. Complete your purchase. The discount should be reflected on your confirmation email, which is worth keeping for reference if anything looks off later.

Names.co.uk shopping tips

• Watch the renewal rate, not just the intro price. First-year domain and hosting deals are almost always cheaper than subsequent years. Before you commit, check what the renewal price will be - it's usually listed in small print on the product page, and the gap can be significant.
• Two codes expire within the week. Of the 28 offers currently live on this page, two are due to disappear shortly. If you've been considering a purchase, now is a reasonable moment to act rather than assume the same deal will still be available next week.
• The 10% off codes are the most reliable. With 10% being the most common discount across the current range, don't hold out indefinitely for a 25% code - they appear, but less frequently, and a product you need now probably isn't worth delaying for a marginal extra saving.
• Bundle where it makes sense. Adding hosting, a domain, and SSL at the same time can attract better pricing than buying each separately on different occasions. Check whether a bundle is cheaper than the sum of individual parts before you split the order.
• Free first-year domains are common in this category. The free domain with first hosting subscription offer is worth taking if you're signing up for hosting anyway - just be aware the domain will renew at standard rates from year two.
• Managed VPS is worth pricing properly. If your site has outgrown shared hosting, the managed VPS plans occasionally carry significant discounts. Compare the per-year and per-month rates - sometimes the annual payment works out meaningfully cheaper than rolling monthly.
• SSL certificates have a wide price range. A basic DV certificate costs a fraction of an OV certificate, and for most small business websites, the DV option is entirely sufficient. Don't pay for OV unless your customers or compliance requirements specifically expect it.