diff --git a/content/posts/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life.mdx b/content/posts/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life.mdx new file mode 100644 index 0000000..95fa79a --- /dev/null +++ b/content/posts/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life.mdx @@ -0,0 +1,67 @@ +--- +title: "How to Set Up Your Starknet ID: Simplify Your On-Chain Life with a .stark Domain" +description: "Tired of complex hexadecimal addresses on Starknet? This guide shows you how to set up your Starknet ID and register a .stark domain, transforming your on-chain interactions. Learn to unify your digital identity, reduce errors, and build your reputation with a simple, memorable name." +author: "benjamin-flores" +date: "2025-11-05" +modifiedDate: "2025-11-05" +tags: ["starknet identity", "blockchain", ".stark domain", "on-chain identity", "crypto guide", "web3"] +image: "/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-1.webp" +--- + + +Juggling long, hexadecimal addresses for every Starknet transaction is a hassle and a recipe for mistakes. Starknet ID solves this by letting you replace those complicated strings of characters with a simple `.stark` domain. This guide will walk you through setting up your on-chain identity to make all your future interactions smoother. + +![A visual representation of a simplified blockchain address or identity](/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-1.webp) +*Simplified blockchain addresses reduce transaction errors and improve user experience.* + +## Prerequisites + +Before you start, make sure you have the following: +- A Starknet wallet with enough funds to cover the registration fee +- A basic grasp of how NFTs work (since your domain will be one!) +- Access to the starknet.id platform + +## Step 1: Register Your .stark Domain + +Head over to starknet.id and connect your Starknet wallet. + +Use the search bar to find the domain name you want. Pick a name that's easy to remember and represents you across the ecosystem. + +Complete the registration transaction. Your new `.stark` domain is minted as an NFT in your wallet, meaning you own it for good. + +## Step 2: Link Your Domain to Your Wallet + +After registering, go to your Starknet ID dashboard. + +Link your primary Starknet address to your `.stark` domain. This is what connects your memorable name to your actual wallet address. + +If you use multiple wallets, you can add them here. The system lets you tie several different addresses to your single `.stark` identity. + +![An image depicting the concept of a unified digital identity on a blockchain](/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-2.webp) +*A unified digital identity consolidates multiple addresses under one memorable domain.* + +## Step 3: Test Your New Identity + +Check if your new `.stark` name shows up correctly in applications that have integrated Starknet ID. + +A good way to test it is to send a small transaction to your `.stark` domain instead of the full hexadecimal address. + +You can also check the verifier to see that smart contracts are able to correctly read your identity data. + +## Step 4: Start Using Your .stark Domain + +Start using your `.stark` domain instead of your long wallet address in any supported app. + +Using your Starknet ID consistently helps build your on-chain reputation, all tied to one name. + +Your new ID also works perfectly with Starknet's native account abstraction features, making things even easier. + +## A Few Things to Keep in Mind + +This process is for interactions on the Starknet mainnet. Transaction fees usually run about $0.005, so registering an identity is very affordable. + +Think of your `.stark` domain as a digital passport for the Starknet ecosystem. Just remember that its use depends on whether an individual application supports it. + +## Claim Your On-Chain Identity + +By registering a `.stark` domain, you can stop worrying about complex addresses and create a unified presence on Starknet. [Use your Starknet ID to prove your identity on-chain](https://starknet.id) and start building a consistent reputation with every interaction. \ No newline at end of file diff --git a/public/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-1.webp b/public/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-1.webp new file mode 100644 index 0000000..8eb5e2f Binary files /dev/null and b/public/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-1.webp differ diff --git a/public/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-2.webp b/public/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-2.webp new file mode 100644 index 0000000..23871f7 Binary files /dev/null and b/public/blog/how-to-set-up-starknet-id-simplify-on-chain-life-img-2.webp differ