What is a Naming Service?
A naming service allows anyone to register, manage, and resolve human-readable names that are mapped to blockchain addresses, smart contracts, or other types of data. This service simplifies interactions within the blockchain ecosystem by replacing complex and lengthy alphanumeric addresses with easy-to-remember names.
Key Aspects of a Naming Serviceâ
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Human-Readable Addresses: Naming services enable users to convert long and complex blockchain addresses into simple, easy to remember names. For example, instead of sending cryptocurrency to "0x1234567890abcdef1234567890abcdef12345678," a user can just send it to "alice.eth."
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Decentralized Infrastructure: Naming services that are built on decentralized infrastructures, ensure that the management and resolution of names are handled in a decentralized manner, often using smart contracts on blockchain networks.
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Multi-Blockchain Compatibility: Some naming services are designed to work across multiple blockchain networks, allowing users to map names to addresses on different blockchains. This enhances interoperability and simplifies the user experience when dealing with multiple cryptocurrencies and blockchain platforms.
Name Providersâ
Gem wallet has integrated the following Naming Service Providers:
| Provider | Domain Name |
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| Ethereum Name Service | .eth |
| Basenames | .base |
| Unstoppable Domains | .crypto |
| Solana Name Service | .sol |
| TON Domains | .ton |
| Aptos Names | .apt |
| d.id | .bit |
| Interchain Nameservice | .atom, .osmo |
| Lens | .lens |
| eths.center | .tree |
| Space ID | .bnb, .arb, .inj |
| Sui Name Service | .sui |
Learn how to register your address with a Name Service.
Naming Service Use Casesâ
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Simplified Transactionsg: Naming Services can convert complex and lengthy cryptocurrency addresses into simple, memorable names which reduces the likelihood of errors when entering addresses, enhances the user experience, and makes cryptocurrency transactions more accessible to non-technical users.
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Decentralized Websites: Hosting of a website with a Name Service turns them into a decentralized website that are resistant to censorship, have increased security, and provide ownership and control over the content to the website owner without reliance on traditional domain registrars.
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Digital Identity: The owner of the name can create a unified digital identity that links to various blockchain addresses and services. This simplifies identity management, enhances privacy and security by reducing the need to share multiple addresses or identifiers.
Naming Services has their own unique set of special features. In the example above, Base Name Service allows you to set a different blockchain address that resolves to the .base address registered.