.UK and .SCOT Domain Name Terms and Conditions 🌐🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

Introduction 📜

These terms and conditions apply to the registration of .UK and .SCOT domain names through Hostwoody. By registering or renewing a .UK or .SCOT domain name, you agree to be bound by these terms in addition to our general terms and conditions.

Domain Registration Agreement 📋

When you register a .UK or .SCOT domain name, you are entering into an agreement with the relevant registry:

• For .UK domains: Nominet UK ("Nominet")
• For .SCOT domains: Dot Scot Registry Limited ("Dot Scot")

You agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set out by these registries, which can be downloaded here:

Domain Name Disputes 🏛️

By registering a .UK or .SCOT domain name, you agree to be bound by the dispute resolution policies of the respective registries:

• For .UK domains: Nominet's Dispute Resolution Service
• For .SCOT domains: While a direct link to the .SCOT Dispute Resolution Policy is currently unavailable, you can find this information within the general Dot Scot Policies page.

Your Rights and Responsibilities ⚖️

As a domain name registrant, you have certain rights and responsibilities:

• You must provide accurate and up-to-date contact information.
• You are responsible for renewing your domain name before it expires.
• You must comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
• You must not use the domain name for any unlawful purpose.
• You have the right to transfer your domain name to another registrar, subject to certain conditions.

Domain Name Lifecycle ⏳

Understanding the lifecycle of your domain name is crucial:

• Registration Period: .UK and .SCOT domains can be registered for 1-10 years.
• Renewal: You can renew your domain at any time before its expiration date.
• Expiration: If not renewed, the domain will expire and enter a grace period.
• Grace Period: You may still be able to renew the domain during this time, often with additional fees.
• Deletion: After the grace period, the domain may be deleted and made available for registration by others.

WHOIS and Privacy 🔒

Both .UK and .SCOT domains have specific policies regarding WHOIS information and privacy:

• For .UK domains, Nominet offers an opt-out of publishing your address in the WHOIS for non-trading individuals.
• For .SCOT domains, privacy protection services may be available through your registrar.

Always check the current policies of the respective registries for the most up-to-date information on data protection and privacy.

Modifications to Terms 📝

Hostwoody reserves the right to modify these terms and conditions at any time. We will notify you of any significant changes. Your continued use of our domain registration services after such modifications will constitute your acceptance of the new terms.