A domain name is very personal
Domain Registration and Hosting are essential foundations of your online presence. Few decisions are as important as choosing the right domain name and the best hosting solution for your website. Your domain is more than just an address on the internet; it is often the very first impression that potential customers have of your brand. Similarly, your hosting solution forms the backbone of your online performance, security, and reliability. Getting either of these wrong can have long-lasting consequences for your business, which is why careful consideration and expert guidance are essential.
Contact us to discuss how we can guide you through selecting the perfect domain and the most reliable hosting solution for your business.
Why your domain name matters
A domain name is your business’s identity on the internet. It tells visitors who you are and gives them confidence that they are in the right place. Choosing the right domain can:
Boost credibility: A professional domain name shows customers that you are a legitimate business.
Improve memorability: Short, simple, and relevant domains are easier for customers to remember, increasing repeat visits.
Support SEO: Search engines like Google take domain relevance into account. A well-chosen name can improve visibility and ranking.
Strengthen your brand: Your domain should align with your business name and brand identity, making it easy for customers to connect the two.
The danger of rushing into domain registration is that you may end up with a name that doesn’t fully represent your brand, is too complicated to remember, or worse, is easily confused with competitors. At Serif, we work closely with you to make sure your domain reflects your business goals, target audience, and long-term strategy.
The importance ofhosting solutions
Once you have the perfect domain, the next critical step is finding the right hosting solution. Hosting is the service that makes your website accessible to the world, storing your data and delivering it to users whenever they visit your site. Not all hosting is created equal, and the wrong choice can lead to:
Slow website performance – causing frustration and increasing bounce rates.
Downtime – meaning your site may be unavailable just when customers are trying to reach you.
Poor security – leaving your business vulnerable to cyber-attacks.
Limited scalability – preventing your website from growing as your business expands.
At Serif, we provide hosting solutions that are tailored to your business needs. Whether you’re running a small brochure website or a busy e-commerce platform, we match you with the right hosting environment that ensures speed, reliability, and the highest levels of security.
A personal approach todomains and hosting
Unlike many providers who simply push you through a self-service, buy-it-online process, we offer a far more personal, consultative approach. We understand that not every business owner has the time or technical knowledge to make these decisions alone, and that’s where we come in.
Our team takes the time to understand your business objectives, target audience, and long-term growth plans. From there, we guide you through selecting the domain that will best serve your brand and the hosting package that will give your website the stability and performance it needs.
This means you don’t have to worry about making the wrong choice or getting tied into unsuitable services. Instead, you gain peace of mind knowing that your domain and hosting are managed by professionals who put your business first.
Future-proofing youronline presence
Choosing the right domain and hosting isn’t just about today – it’s about setting your business up for the future. By making smart decisions now, you avoid costly migrations, rebranding exercises, or technical issues down the line.
Whether you are launching a new website, rebranding your business, or upgrading your digital infrastructure, Serif can ensure that your domain and hosting solutions are aligned with your vision and capable of supporting your growth.
Your domain name and hosting are the foundations of your online presence. Getting them right is critical if you want your business to succeed online. At Serif, we combine technical expertise with a personal touch to help you make the right choices from the start.
Contact us to discuss how we can guide you through selecting the perfect domain and the most reliable hosting solution for your business.
Please read our
Hosting & Domain Terms & Conditions.
Domain Renewal Policy
We renew all domains on a biennial basis (every two years).
How we will contact you
We will phone our primary business/individual contact number that we have for you 5 to 6 weeks before the month of your domain name renewal and ask if you wish to renew your domain. If we fail to contact you or we contact you and you wish to renew your domain, we will send an email with your invoice 30 days in advance to an email address on the account.
Please note that is the registrant’s responsibility to make sure their contact details are up to date. Serif Systems Limited take no responsibility if your domain renewal fails due to your contact details being incorrect.
Domain names may be subject to additional terms and conditions as laid down by the respective governing bodies; where possible relevant links have been provided below:
Registrant Terms
Domain Dispute Policy
Further information can be found at www.nominet.org.uk
Please Note: Serif Systems Limited does not guarantee the renewal of a domain name.
Domain Expiry Policy
If you do not make payment for your domain before its expiry date, it will have all services we provide suspended and:
For UK domains registered at Nominet
You will then have up to 30 days (protected period) after to renew the domain name at the original renewal fee.
After 30 days your domain will be suspended and will go into a 60 day grace period which you can still renew your domain name but with an additional redemption fee of £25 + VAT. This must be requested by email before the 75th day after your domain has expired and payment made. Between 75 days and 90 days after the renewal date we cannot guarantee to renew the domain but once payment has been made we will attempt to renew on your behalf.
After 90 days your domain will be cancelled and deleted from the register and made available for resale.
For all other domains
Different registrars have differing policies on expired domains. Whilst Serif Systems Limited will attempt to renew your domain at the standard rate, some registrars charge renewal fees immediately after the expiry date. After expiry, we will attempt to renew your domain on your behalf. Any fees will be passed on to you with an additional £25 +VAT admin fee.
