The ultimate guide to Unstoppable Domains
Hey Wombat Family! In our continuous efforts to make your experience with blockchain as smooth as possible, we don’t only build solutions. Occasionally, we share the value we found in other projects. One of such projects is Unstoppable Domains.
In this guide, we will cover why and how Unstoppable Domains and Wombat can make your life easier and prepare you for establishing your presence in the decentralized world of Web3.
What is ‘Unstoppable Domains’?
Unstoppable Domains a.k.a. UD is a multipurpose blockchain domain solution. You get your own unique domain name that you can use both as a username for Web3 apps and games, a decentralized website URL and for sending crypto over Ethereum, EOS and Telos.
Why use Unstoppable Domains?
When it comes to crypto, Unstoppable Domains essentially works like a credit card that combines all your credit cards. Instead of numerous account names or long crypto addresses, all you need is your unique easily readable domain, like sunny.crypto. You can be certain that those are secure and yours forever — those domains are stored in your wallet like NFTs, so only you can manipulate them. Best part — you can even build your own dApps and games on top of your Web3 domain — the sky is the limit!
How to get a domain?
First, you’ll need to go to Unstoppable Domains and use the search bar to see what kind of domain names are still up for grabs!
You will see some of the domain variants available to you in all kinds of price ranges. Besides .zil, the domain part does not affect the cryptocurrencies you will be able to receive and send — it comes connected to 200+ assets. It’s only that one domain name looks slightly cooler than the others.
Once you pick your domain, add it to your cart and register a free account. Complete the purchase and there you go — you have your very own domain!
How to tether the domain to your account name or address?
To do that, you will need your Wombat wallet. If you’re using a mobile device, please open Unstoppable Domains within Wombat.
Next, go to Account Settings in the menu and choose ‘Add Wallet’. Choose ‘Metamask’ as the option — don’t worry, Wombat will still work!
Sign the transaction and go back to the menu — you will need to claim your domain. Go to ‘My Domains’ and simply select it from the list and hit the ‘Claim .Crypto’ button. The claiming process takes between 10–20 minutes.
After that, find it in ‘My domains’ again and use the ‘Manage’ option. Paste in all account names and addresses you want this domain to work with and voila — you’re all set for Web3!
Wrapping it up
Working with long strings of letters and numbers can be pretty difficult if you’re used to human-readable account names. Unstoppable Domains is a great alternative to that. It also comes with your own Web3 identity with nearly limitless possibilities in the digital world — something that both builders and people in need of a creative outlet will appreciate.
