We believe that web hosting is more than just providing web space and FTP access. Our aim is to provide individuals and businesses with everything they need to express themselves on the Internet. Whatever you want to create a website for, be it a small family photo album or a full powered database-driven e-commerce website, your choice of web host is essential. The right web host will make the difference between a slow clunky site that has regular downtime and a site that is always available and blisteringly fast!

Platform

We only use Dell servers in our web hosting platform. Our platform is designed to be highly redundant, with all data stored in network disk arrays. Data is automatically synchronised between the arrays, so that in the event of an array failing, the remaining array continues to serve data to the servers with no downtime. Each array is also backed up each night to a separate backup cluster, which is then written to tape and stored o site.

Data Centre

We utilise uninterruptable power supplies and an n+1 generator setup to ensure constant and clean energy to our infrastructure. The data centre is protected by fire suppression, monitored by CCTV both externally and internally, has 24x7x365 onsite security and the building is surrounded by an 8ft perimeter fence.

Security

We are automatically informed of new security patches through our vendor, and patches are applied within 24 hours. Our own platform is scanned each month for application vulnerabilities and we use a network scanner to identify weaknesses in our network.

Buy your domain name in confidence with our low prices and free features. Our domain registration system is highly automated so we can register your domain names quickly with no fuss. Our fees are low all the time – not just for special offers!

Free features with every domain

We make domain name search and registration easy and all our domain names come with useful free features, such as web forwarding and unlimited email forwarding. Get these great features free with every domain name:

• Web forwarding (multiple types)
• Unlimited email forwarding
• Catch-all email forwarding
• Change name servers
• No fee for changing NOMINET Tag
• Easily change contact information
• Full DNS management
• Nominet WHOIS opt out
• Manage everything online easily
• No hidden fees
• Upgrade to web hosting instantly
• And much more!

Tips on choosing a domain name

Keep it short, keep it simple. To find your site, people need to be able to remember your address and easily type it into their browser. Aim to register the shortest name that your visitors will associate with your website.

.co.uk, .uk, .com, .eu, .net, .org...?

It is a good idea to register several similar domain names, particularly if you own a trademark for a certain name. If possible, register the .co.uk, .uk, .com, .eu, and .net. These are the most popular domain names and by registering all of them you can help to prevent cybersquatters and potential lost traffic.

Don't shell out large amounts of money

Some companies still sell domain names for as much as £100 per year. Make sure you are getting a good deal!