need domain and web space

[nukleuz7]

Hey all,

Im a graphic designer and i have built my site in dreamweaver, all i need now is somewhere to buy my desired domain name and a good hosting package to upload to but with so many companies offering this and that im having alot of trouble deciding which to go for!

Can anyone reccomend a few companies, prefferably where i can do the whole thing in one go insted of domain from one company and space from another?
I have checked out 1&1 but they dont provide .co.uk domains.

cheers for your time and any help.

[webhosting.uk.com]

There are many webhosting companies providing hosting as well as .co.uk domains, a quick search in google will surely help you.

[Wingnut]

hey i go through ohduck.com you get your domain name for only 1.99 us dollors when you just pay for webhosting which is only like 4.99 or something.


i have never found anything better!

[anoosh]

You may want to get a reseller plan since you are a web designer. Alternatively get your own server. This will fix your monthly costs and with each new customer will lead to profits for you.

[akropoliss77]

Use www.123-reg.co.uk.

[StephanieCordray]

You're better off buying the domain and hosting separately when you want/need extensions that aren't as widely available as the standard ones are. Directnic should have .co.uk as well as goDaddy but I wouldn't buy hosting from GoDaddy... they are great for domain name purchase but suck at hosting and customer service.

One reason for that is not having to be stuck with a bad host for a long period of time... say some who offer free domains with a 1 or 2 year subscription... it could be money lost if the hosting isn't as good as claimed. Best to buy hosting on a monthly basis initially to make sure you're comfortable with the company and their customer service before purchasing hosting for extended periods.

[stephanie1313]

I have heard that you shouldn't get a "package" host and domain name without checking thoroughly first, otherwise you might lose your domain name when your contract with the host is up.
I use http://www.hostingbay.com.au/ for hosting and http://www.godaddy.com/ for my domain name.
hope that helps

[eMonsterhost]

thats always fine, alot of companies will offer what you need but be especially careful searching for your hosting provider. Let us know if we can answer any questions.