The .uk, .co.uk, and .org.uk domains are specifically designed for businesses and organizations with a UK presence. These domains follow unique rules and requirements compared to other TLDs. Here's what you need to know:

Key Features and Requirements:

• Phone numbers must include country code without dashes (e.g., 441234567890)
• WHOIS privacy is enabled by default due to GDPR
• No 5-day grace period for cancellations or refunds
• Registration limited to 5 years maximum
• Free domain offer available for new registrations only
• Two contact types available: owner and admin

Registration Categories:

• UK limited company
• UK public limited company
• UK limited liability company
• UK industrial and provident society
• UK school
• UK registered charity
• Non-UK corporation
• Independent UK trader
• Other non-UK entities

Special Requirements:

1. Government-issued organization ID required for:

   • UK limited companies
   • Public limited companies
   • Limited liability companies
   • Industrial and provident societies
   • Schools
   • Registered charities

2. Business name required for:

   • All UK company types
   • Non-UK corporations
   • Independent traders
   • Other non-UK entities

Transfer Process:

To Transfer TO Squarespace:

1. Check domain lock status with current provider
2. Remove any DNSSEC records
3. Initiate transfer from Squarespace
4. Wait for "Transfer in progress" message
5. Update IPS tag to TUCOWS-CA with current provider
6. Allow transfer to complete (may take up to 72 hours)

To Transfer FROM Squarespace:

1. Get IPS tag from new provider
2. Access domains panel
3. Disable Domain Lock
4. Click Transfer Domain
5. Enter new provider's IPS tag
6. Confirm transfer

Transfer Pricing:

• Free if more than 7 days remaining on registration
• Standard price if expiring within 7 days or expired less than 30 days ago

Email Verification: After registration, expect an email from [email protected] to verify contact information.

These domains offer excellent options for UK-based operations while providing strong privacy protection under GDPR regulations.

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