diff --git a/content/posts/replace-starknet-address-with-stark-name.mdx b/content/posts/replace-starknet-address-with-stark-name.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..ea8865a --- /dev/null +++ b/content/posts/replace-starknet-address-with-stark-name.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,85 @@ +--- +title: "How to Replace Your Complex Starknet Address with a Simple .stark Name" +description: "Simplify your Starknet experience by converting your complex hexadecimal wallet address into an easy-to-remember .stark name. This guide helps you set up a unified, human-readable identity for all your on-chain interactions, making transactions smoother and more intuitive across the Starknet ecosystem." +author: "benjamin-flores" +date: "2025-10-31" +modifiedDate: "2025-10-31" +tags: ["starknet id", "starknet domain", "decentralized identity", "blockchain", "web3"] +image: "/blog/replace-starknet-address-with-stark-name-img-1.webp" +--- + + +A unified identity makes navigating Starknet dApps much easier by getting rid of complex hexadecimal addresses. This process lets you convert your hard-to-remember wallet's address into a simple `.stark` name that's recognized everywhere in the ecosystem. + +Follow these steps to set up your own easy-to-read, on-chain name and make all your future transactions smoother. + +![A generated image representing a digital identity or a network of connections.](/blog/replace-starknet-address-with-stark-name-img-1.webp) +*Digital identity visualization showing interconnected network elements* + +## Prerequisites + +Before you begin, make sure you have: +- An active Starknet wallet with a funded account +- Access to the Starknet mainnet +- Your current wallet address + +## Step 1: Register Your .stark Name + +Go to the Starknet ID registration portal. + +1. Connect your wallet to the site. +2. Type in the name you want (e.g., yourname.stark). +3. Check if the name is available. +4. Finalize the registration transaction. +5. Wait for the transaction to be confirmed on-chain. + +Your new `.stark` name will now automatically point to your long wallet address in all Starknet applications. + +## Step 2: Verify Resolution + +It's a good idea to test your new name before you start using it for transactions. + +1. Open any Starknet block explorer. +2. Type your new `.stark` name into the search bar. +3. Check that it leads to your correct wallet address. +4. You can also try a reverse lookup by searching for your full address. + +If it doesn't work right away, give it 10-15 minutes for the blockchain to catch up, then try again. + +## Step 3: Configure dApp Integration + +Now you can start using your `.stark` name instead of your full address in different applications. + +For every Starknet dApp you use: +1. Go to your profile or account settings. +2. Find the field for your identity or address and replace it with your `.stark` name. +3. Make a small test transaction to ensure everything works as expected. +4. Save your changes. + +![A generated image depicting abstract digital elements, possibly symbolizing data or blockchain.](/blog/replace-starknet-address-with-stark-name-img-2.webp) +*Abstract representation of blockchain data and digital elements* + +## Step 4: Enable Cross-Platform Use + +Make your new name your main identifier on Starknet. + +1. Update your social media profiles to include your `.stark` name. +2. Use your new name whenever you're communicating about transactions. +3. Share your `.stark` name with others instead of the long address string. +4. If you use any automated systems, configure them to use your new name. + +Your `.stark` name now acts as your single, unified handle across the whole Starknet ecosystem. + +## Verification and Maintenance + +You should check on your name's status regularly: +- Check that your name is resolving correctly each month. +- Confirm that transactions using your name are going through without issues. +- If you run into any resolution problems, update the relevant applications. +- Don't forget to renew your registration before it expires. + +## Complete Your On-Chain Identity Setup + +By setting up a `.stark` name, you've gotten rid of address complexity and created a memorable handle for all your Starknet interactions. 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