BLADEHOST GUIDES

Useful advice about domains

Plain-English guidance on choosing, registering, renewing and managing a domain name.

14 September 2025

A Registrar Built for Legacy

Why a long-standing registrar should be judged by clarity, control and customer treatment, not by gimmicks.

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10 September 2025

Domain Renewal Pricing: What Really Matters

A fair way to compare registrars is to look beyond the first-year offer and check the normal renewal price.

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24 May 2025

What Makes a Good Domain Name?

Practical guidance for choosing a memorable, brandable domain that will still make sense years from now.

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28 April 2025

5 Things to Check Before Buying Your First Domain Name

Five simple checks before registering a domain for a UK business, project or personal site.

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26 April 2025

Domain Name Longevity for Web Designers

Why designers should treat the domain as a long-term business asset rather than a disposable technical detail.

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25 April 2025

The Psychology of Domain Names

How clarity, familiarity and memorability affect the way people perceive a web address.

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25 April 2025

AI-Generated Domain Names: Useful Tool or Shortcut?

AI can help brainstorm names quickly, but availability, trade marks and human judgement still matter.

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24 April 2025

Domain Registrar Fine Print: What to Check

A practical checklist for spotting introductory pricing, renewal jumps and unnecessary restrictions.

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2 April 2025

Why Fair Domain Renewal Pricing Matters

Predictable domain costs make budgeting easier and reduce the frustration caused by loss-leader first-year offers.

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2 April 2025

How to Choose the Perfect Domain Name for Your Business

A durable domain should be easy to remember, fit the brand and make sense to the people you want to reach.

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2 April 2025

The Hidden Costs of Cheap Domains

A £1 first year can still become an expensive domain if renewals, add-ons or recovery fees are high.

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