Nominet UK - the .uk Internet registry - is warning domain name holders to be on their guard against bogus invoices being distributed by an outfit called Domain Registry Services.
Nominet UK has received more than 50 complaints from ISPs and small businesses about the rogue company and is urging people to check all invoices carefully. The "Notice of Expiration" received from Domain Registry Services advises punters that they will lose their domain name unless the invoice for £60 is settled.
The invoice also offers five year domain renewal for £140 and £270 for ten years - even though Nominet UK only allows domains to be renewed for two years.
"If you have any doubts about the validity of an invoice, please contact your existing registration agent who will be able to advise you," said Nominet UK in a statement.
This article has been reproduced in part from this article at The Register.
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