How to Register for ENS Domain: A Step-by-Step Guide

Losing cryptocurrencies due to mistyping wallet addresses is common. Ethereum Name Service (ENS) is a project that aims to combat this problem by enabling users to display long Ethereum public addresses in a simplified text form. It provides a similar service for web3 as Domain Name Service (DNS) does for web2. This article explains how to register an ENS domain.

The ENS System:

ENS is a decentralized system of hierarchical names called domains. It operates similar to how DNS operates with top-level domains like .com or .org. The top-level domains such as .test and .eth are owned by smart contracts called registers, which specify the rules and regulations that govern the distribution of subdomains.

How to Register an ENS Domain:

Step 1: Go to apps.ens.domains and connect your wallet. Step 2: Type in the domain name you are interested in and click on "search" to check its availability. Step 3: If your desired domain is available, click on it and choose your registration period. Step 4: See an estimate of the fees and click on "request to register." Step 5: Hit the "confirm" button to approve the transaction. You'll need to stay on the page as your domain name is processed. Step 6: Click on "register" once the processing is done.

How to Set a Resolver and Bind Your Old Address to Your New ENS Name: Step 1: Under "resolver," click "set" and select "use public resolver." Step 2: Click "save" to bind your old address to your new ENS name. Step 3: Under "records," select "address" from the drop-down menu, paste your address in the field, and click "save."

Advantages of ENS Domain Names:

ENS domain names are user-friendly and easy to remember, reducing the chance of errors. Unlike the long string addresses, ENS domain names are less confusing. Additionally, ENS records are secured by the Ethereum blockchain, making it more secure than DNS.

Conclusion: ENS is making a positive impact on the crypto ecosystem by making interactions with the blockchain easier. ENS is open and public, developed by a non-profit that heavily focuses on decentralization and community decision making. Registering for an ENS domain is simple and easy to do.