About our membership
Our members, which include registrars, resellers and domain industry experts, help us maintain a trusted and reliable .UK namespace.
Nominet operates at the heart of the internet ecosystem, and our members help to amplify our impact. Through active participation in discussions on policy, governance and best practices, they help shape a more connected, inclusive and secure internet. Their engagement in our role as the .UK registry ensures that the UK continues to be a leader in the global domain industry.
Our members are more than stakeholders – they are partners in our mission. Together, we bring the benefits of the internet to all.
Membership Fees
There’s a £400 +VAT joining fee and an annual renewal fee of £100 +VAT.
The membership year runs from 1st August to 31st July.
If you join after 1st February, your first year’s subscription charge will be reduced to £50 +VAT.
Our Members' Code
Our Members’ Code sets out the professional standards required for membership, as part of our commitment to make the internet a more trusted space.
Members’ Regional Events
We’re excited to be bringing member events closer to you. Take a look at our new series of regional events across the UK.
What our membership offers
Access to our Engagment Programme
As a Nominet member, you and your colleagues have exclusive access to our membership engagement programme, connecting you with the people, ideas and discussions shaping the future of.UK. Become a part of a peer community, join working groups, contribute to industry conversations and build relationships with fellow members.
From regional lunches and social events to our flagship Annual Conference, we offer a wide range of opportunities to connect with the member community. You’ll also have access to technical and policy webinars, covering a range of topics impacting the domain industry. Whatever your interests, there’s something for everyone.
Support a Cause That’s Important to You
Members’ GiveHub empowers you to make a difference in your community by applying for funding for an eligible charity or organisation.
Through this unique Nominet membership benefit, you can access up to £10,000 per financial year to support projects that help create a more connected, inclusive and secure world.
Promotion Opportunities
Promote your business with a link to your home page from the list of members to help expand your network. If you’re a member, you can also display our logo on your website and print materials to show you’re a part of Nominet. You can apply to use our logo through your Online Services account or you can contact us directly at engagement@nominet.uk.
Shaping .UK Policy
Your membership gives you the chance to influence the future of .UK. Through the .UK Registry Advisory Council (UKRAC), members can share their expertise, contribute to important discussions and help guide the long-term success of the .UK namespace.
Additional Benefits Exclusive to Registrars
If you are member and a registrar you will receive the following additional benefits as part of your membership:
- Discounted wholesale registration and renewal fee on .UK domain names
- Register and renew domain names from between 1-10 years
Please note: To sell .UK domains, you need to be a .UK namespace registrar. You can find out more about becoming a .UK namespace registrar and application process on our Registrar Resources site.
Apply to Become a Nominet Member
You can apply to be a member here, or enquire about membership at engagement@nominet.uk.
Members’ roles in our governance:
Elect
Electing non-executive directors to the Nominet Board
Keeping in touch with the member community
your .uk member briefing
Stay connected to the people, ideas and developments shaping .UK. From industry insights and member opportunities to upcoming events and the latest news from Nominet, our member-exclusive briefing helps you make the most of your membership. You can sign up to Member Updates and manage your email preferences through your Online Services account.
Member Hub and Nominet Community
Visit the dedicated Member Hub to manage your member experience, from registering for events and connecting with the Membership team, to accessing all the information you might need as a Nominet member. The Member Hub contains everything from recent GiveHub stories, member profiles, to guides on understanding responsibilities as a member.
The Nominet Community provides a space for members to share ideas and best practice, to pose questions, suggestions, and to connect and collaborate with your peers and the Nominet team.
