How to Choose a Wedding Website Name and Domain

A wedding website is simply a page on the internet where you share your plans with guests. You might call it your wedding site, your wedding page, or your wedding website. There is no official name you must use. Choose a title that feels like you and that your guests will understand straight away.

The most common name people use is a URL. This is the address you type into a browser or scan with a QR code. Keep the title and the URL close to one another so there is no confusion. If your website title says 'Our Wedding' but your URL says 'SmithJones2026', guests may pause before they click. A clear title and a matching URL work best.

Your URL should be short, simple and easy to type. Most people will type it from a phone screen, so every character counts. Avoid spaces, hyphens and long strings of numbers. A short address means fewer mistakes and fewer guests who give up before they reach your page.

A good rule is to use your names and the year. For example, 'jamesandemma.co.uk' or 'jamesemma26.co.uk'. This is the kind of URL guests will remember and type again if they need it. If you prefer a phrase, keep it brief, such as 'jamesandemmawed.co.uk'. Avoid words that are hard to spell, such as 'weddingz', 'krazy' or 'xoxo'.

Here are a few examples of clear wedding website URLs:

• jamesandemma.co.uk
• jamesemma26.co.uk
• wed.jamesandemma.co.uk
• emmaandjames.wedding
• jamesandemma.uk

Think about how your name sounds and how it is spelled. Some letters look the same when spoken, such as 'c' and 'k', or 'ph' and 'f'. If your name has these, choose the spelling your guests will guess first. If you are unsure, test it by asking three friends to type it from memory.

Avoid double letters where you can. 'Jamesandemma.co.uk' is easier than 'Jamesandemmawedding.co.uk'. If your name is long, use initials or a shortened form. 'JandE26.co.uk' is fine if you explain it once on your invitation. Keep the year to two digits. '26' is easier to type than '2026', and guests will still know the year from the invitation.

Check your address in a few ways before you publish it. Type it into a browser on a phone and on a laptop. Share it by text and by voice to see if it comes out right. If anyone hesitates, change it. A small change now saves a lot of repeat messages later.

Long surnames or two different surnames can make a URL feel crowded. You do not need to use both full names. You can use initials, a middle name or a shortened version. For example, if one partner is 'Christopher' and the other is 'O'Connor', try 'chrisandconnor.co.uk' or 'chrisandoc.co.uk'.

If both surnames are long, consider using just one name plus the year. 'james26.co.uk' works if it is not already taken. You can explain the full names on the home page of your website. Guests who arrive will see who you are, even if the URL is short.

For same-sex couples, couples who keep separate names, or couples who have chosen a new shared name, there is no right or wrong order. Put the name that sounds better first. If one partner has a surname that starts with a difficult letter, such as 'X' or 'Z', it is fine to lead with the other name. Your website is about you both, not about fitting a pattern.

Some couples use a family name that is not a surname at all. A favourite place, a hobby or a shared nickname can be the base of your URL. 'thebearsfamily.co.uk' or 'booksandbeer26.co.uk' are perfectly clear once your guests land on the page.

In the UK, the '.co.uk' ending is the most familiar to guests. It looks trustworthy and is easy to remember. Many couples also use '.uk', which is shorter and cleaner. Both work well for a wedding site.

There are other endings you may see, such as '.wedding', '.love' or '.site'. These can look modern, but they are less familiar to older guests and to people who are not used to typing new endings. If you want a shorter address, '.uk' is a safe choice. If you want a more descriptive ending, '.wedding' can work, but test it with a few guests first.

Avoid endings that look like shops or businesses. A wedding website should feel personal, not commercial. If an ending makes your address look like an online store, choose something simpler. The goal is for guests to feel they are on your own page, not a marketplace.

Once you have your name and URL, put them in the right places. Add the full URL to your save-the-dates, invitations and order of service. Keep the text large enough to read on a phone. If the address is long, consider using a short link that redirects to your full site.

A QR code is a quick way for guests to reach your website without typing. You can add a QR code to your invitation, a welcome board or a table plan. Guests scan it and land straight on your page. This is especially helpful for guests who find typing long addresses tricky. Make sure the code links to the right address before you print anything.

If you use a website service, check that the domain you chose is the one you control. You want to own the address, not just rent it. That way, your site stays live after your wedding and your guests can still find your photos and thank-you notes. Keep a note of your login details in a safe place with your wedding documents.

Before you send out invitations, run through a short list of checks. Make sure the URL works on a phone and a laptop. Ask two or three people to type it from memory. Check that your QR code leads to the correct page. Read your home page out loud to catch any spelling or tone issues.

Your website is the place where guests find travel details, accommodation, the order of events and how to RSVP. It should be calm, clear and kind to every guest. Use plain words and avoid inside jokes that only a few people will get. If a guest can find what they need in a few taps, you have done well.

Remember that your website is yours. It does not need to follow anyone else's rules. Keep it simple, keep it true to you and make sure the address is one you are happy to share for years to come.