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New to Web3 domains? Start here with the basics
A Web3 TLD (Top-Level Domain) is a blockchain-based domain extension like .pulse, .liveshop, or .bidlive. Unlike traditional domains (.com, .org), Web3 TLDs are:
Think of it as digital real estate that you truly own forever.
Traditional domains (.com, .net) are rented annually from registrars like GoDaddy or Namecheap. Web3 TLDs are fundamentally different:
You're not just renting — you're owning digital property.
No technical knowledge required! While Web3 TLDs run on blockchain, we've made the process as simple as ordering from Amazon.
Here's what you need:
💡 Pro Tip: If you can send an email, you can mint a Web3 domain. Our support team walks you through every step!
Pricing varies by TLD, domain length, and market demand. Each Web3 TLD has its own pricing structure, and domains are valued based on their uniqueness and desirability.
💰 Remember: This is a one-time purchase, not an annual fee. You own it forever!
🎯 Check availability and pricing in real-time: Use our domain search tool to see current prices for the exact domain you want. Prices are transparent and displayed before purchase.
Absolutely! Web3 TLDs are perfect for:
✅ Example: "Mom's Cookies" could mint momscookies.liveshop for their online bakery — owned forever, no renewal fees!
After minting your Web3 domain, here's what happens:
⚡ Quick Start: Most people point their domain to a website within 24 hours using our setup guides!
Yes. Freename is the blockchain infrastructure behind every GotTLDs domain. Here's why they're the most credible Web3 domain platform operating today:
Same accreditation as GoDaddy and Namecheap. First Web3 registrar to achieve this milestone — meaning regulatory compliance, oversight, and accountability.
3 patents filed, 1 granted (August 26, 2025) covering the Web2/DNS integration protocol — the technology that bridges Web3 domains with traditional internet infrastructure. Patented, not experimental.
Raised $6.5M in July 2025, led by Entrée Capital and Polymorphic Capital. Angel investors include Aaron Schnarch, former CEO of Coinbase Custody.
Endless Domains — Listed April 2026 alongside ENS and Unstoppable Domains.
Ecosystem Partners — Blockchain Game Alliance, ConsenSys, Chiliz.
Company — Freename AG, Zurich, Switzerland. Operating since 2021.
Scale — 500K+ domains secured.
🔒 Bottom line: Freename is ICANN-accredited, patent-backed, venture-funded, and integrated into the world's biggest wallets. Your domain investment is built on institutional-grade infrastructure.
Deep dive into the technology powering Web3 domains
Our Web3 TLDs are minted on multiple blockchains including:
Each TLD may use different chains optimized for cost and speed. Check individual TLD pages for specifics.
Technical Spec: ERC-721 standard NFTs with customizable metadata and on-chain resolver contracts.
Web3 domain resolution expanded significantly in 2025-2026. Here's the current landscape:
Native Freename resolution via MetaMask Snaps, backed by ConsenSys. Type any Freename domain directly into the wallet to send/receive crypto.
Dedicated Domains section built in. Send/receive crypto using your domain name directly — no more long wallet addresses.
Native Freename resolution live Q1 2026. The world's largest move-to-earn wallet resolves your domain natively.
Trust Wallet compatible via Freename integration. Ledger hardware wallet compatibility confirmed — secure cold storage for your Web3 domains.
Native Web3 domain resolution built directly into the browser. No extension, no configuration required.
For Chrome and Safari: Freename's browser extension provides full resolution. Google can index your Web3 domain via Freename's Web3 DNS infrastructure.
Freename TLDs are listed on Endless Domains — the world's most comprehensive multi-chain Web3 domain aggregator, alongside ENS, Unstoppable Domains, Solana Name Service, and 10+ other chains.
🎯 Over 125 million wallet users can now resolve Freename domains. The "only works in Brave" era is officially over.
How resolution works: When someone types yourname.pulse into a supported wallet or browser, it resolves just like a .com address. For browsers with the Freename extension, domains resolve to websites. For wallets, domains resolve to crypto addresses.
Developers can set A records, AAAA records, CNAME records, IPFS content hashes, and even decentralized hosting via the Freename resolver interface.
Yes! Web3 TLDs are programmable and can interact with smart contracts:
// Example: Resolve domain owner
const owner = await contract.ownerOf(tokenId);
const resolver = await contract.resolver(domainHash);
📚 Full API documentation and Solidity examples available in our developer portal.
Great question! ENS (Ethereum Name Service) and our TLDs share similarities but have key differences:
Bottom line: ENS is great for wallet addresses. Our TLDs are better for branding, businesses, and complete web presence.
Web3 domains are significantly more secure than traditional domains:
⚠️ Important:
Your domain is only as secure as your wallet. If someone gets your private keys, they can transfer your domain. Use hardware wallets (Ledger, Trezor) for maximum security!
Can't be hacked by: DNS hijacking, registrar account breaches, court orders, or government seizure (unless they have your wallet keys).
Yes! As the domain owner, you have full control to create unlimited subdomains:
Technical Implementation:
💡 Business Use Case: Companies mint subdomains for customers (customer1.shop.yourco.pulse) as unique identifiers or access credentials!
Strategic insights for building value with Web3 domains
Web3 domains have shown strong investment potential, similar to early .com domain speculation:
⚠️ Disclaimer: Like all investments, Web3 domains carry risk. Past performance doesn't guarantee future returns. Only invest what you can afford to lose.
Historical Context:
Strategy: Focus on short, memorable, industry-relevant names in growing sectors (gaming, shopping, finance).
Multiple revenue streams are available for Web3 domain owners:
List premium domains on OpenSea, Rarible, or domain-specific marketplaces. Set your price or accept offers.
Rent domains to businesses monthly/annually using smart contracts. Retain ownership while generating passive income.
Own "shop.pulse"? Sell subdomains like "fashion.shop.pulse" to niche businesses. Recurring revenue model.
Build a basic website/landing page on the domain, add traffic, then sell at premium. Increase value 5-10x.
⚠️ LEGAL WARNING - Trademark Infringement & Cybersquatting
DO NOT register domains containing trademarked brand names (Nike, Apple, Coca-Cola, etc.) with intent to sell to those companies. This is illegal cybersquatting under the ACPA (Anticybersquatting Consumer Protection Act) and can result in:
DISCLAIMER: We are not lawyers. This is not legal advice. Consult a trademark attorney before registering domains that may infringe on existing trademarks.
📊 Pro Tip: Focus on generic terms, creative brandable names, and legitimate business uses. Avoid trademarked terms unless you have explicit permission.
Domain value is determined by several key factors:
Valuation Formula: (Keyword Search Volume × Brand Potential × Length Score) ÷ TLD Popularity = Estimated Value
Strategic Answer: Don't replace — complement! Here's the smart approach:
When to prioritize Web3 TLD:
💡 Case Study: "CryptoPizza" uses pizza.com for traditional customers and pizza.pulse for crypto payments and NFT loyalty rewards — growing both audiences!
Yes! Web3 domains are increasingly accepted as collateral in DeFi (Decentralized Finance):
How it works:
📊 Example: Own a domain valued at $10,000? Get a $4,000 instant loan at 15% APR. Retain ownership while accessing liquidity!
Note: Loan terms vary by platform and domain valuation. Higher-value, premium domains get better rates.
ROI varies significantly based on strategy and market conditions:
Flip premium names during market hype. High risk, potential 2-5x returns. Requires market timing and liquidity.
Hold quality domains as Web3 adoption grows. Moderate risk, potential 5-10x returns. Most balanced approach.
Diamond hands on ultra-premium domains. Lower risk (for quality names), potential 10-100x+ returns. Patience required.
Realistic Expectations:
⏰ Patience Pays: Early .com investors who held "Insurance.com" (bought $50 in 1995) sold for $35.6M in 2010. That's a 15-year hold!
Yes. X Money launched publicly in April 2026 — fiat payments live now, crypto confirmed for phase 2.
Freename domains already resolve natively in MetaMask, Bitcoin.com Wallet, and Trust Wallet. When X Money adds crypto rails — their new head of design built Aave's self-custody wallet and Coinbase's Base blockchain — Freename domains will be compatible as payment addresses.
yourname.pulse
Your X Money crypto payment address
yourname.cardhub
Your XMail business domain
yourname.coliving
Your nomad community identity
Musk confirmed XMail is coming with custom domain support. .cardhub and .pulse are the natural business email TLDs for the X ecosystem. Secure your domain now — before the 500M X user base starts looking for theirs.
⏰ Timing matters: This is the optimal window — after X Money's public launch but before crypto rails go fully live, and before XMail launches. Early domain holders will have first-mover advantage on the X ecosystem.
RWA tokenization is the process of representing real-world assets — real estate, bonds, funds, art, commodities — as blockchain tokens. BlackRock, JPMorgan, Franklin Templeton, and the WEF all confirmed this as a $16 trillion market by 2030.
GotTLDs domains serve the RWA ecosystem in specific ways:
Real estate tokenization platforms, property DAOs, fractional ownership marketplaces. listing.prop, deed.prop, rent.prop.
treasury.vaulted, bonds.vaulted, realestate.vaulted — the custody address layer for tokenized assets.
property.bidlive, rwa.bidlive — live auction identity for tokenized asset sales.
loyalty.cardhub, rewards.cardhub — the $5.5T global loyalty market is going on-chain.
dao.coliving, fractional.coliving — co-owned property governance via blockchain.
💡 Key Insight: The RWA tokenization stack needs naming infrastructure at every layer — issuance, custody, trading, and governance. GotTLDs TLDs provide the domain layer for this $16T ecosystem.
Web3 gaming is the single largest vertical in all of Web3 — $279B market in 2026, 102M active gaming wallet users, and 25% of ALL active Web3 wallets are gamers.
TCGs are 36.74% of NFT gaming. deck.cardhub, tournament.cardhub, guild.cardhub.
The #1 problem in Web3 gaming is losing earned NFT items. items.vaulted, skins.vaulted.
rare.bidlive, weapon.bidlive, land.bidlive — the in-game asset auction namespace.
F1 Delta Time, Revv Racing, iRacing leagues. track.raceway, league.raceway, game.raceway.
item.prop, weapon.prop, parcel.prop — the metaverse real estate and item namespace.
🎮 Gaming Takeaway: With 102M+ gamers already in Web3 and a market approaching $300B, gaming-specific domain namespaces are the digital infrastructure for the next generation of gaming — from esports guilds to metaverse land registries.
Strategic domain decisions for large organizations
Strategic Imperative: Web3 TLDs represent the next evolution of corporate digital infrastructure.
Secure your brand across all emerging TLDs before competitors or cybersquatters. Nike.pulse, CocaCola.liveshop — protect every permutation.
Position your brand as tech-forward. Web3 adoption shows stakeholders you're leading, not following.
Launch NFT collections, crypto payment systems, metaverse experiences — all require Web3 infrastructure.
Own your identity infrastructure. Blockchain domains provide immutable audit trails and transparent ownership.
📊 Market Data: BlackRock, JPMorgan, and the World Economic Forum confirmed RWA tokenization as a $2 trillion opportunity by 2030 — January 2026. Early movers secure competitive advantage.
Web3 TLDs can coexist with your current infrastructure through hybrid architecture:
💼 IT Requirement: Minimal. Most enterprises can integrate in 2-4 weeks with existing DevOps teams.
Compliance is critical for enterprises. Here's what legal/compliance teams need to know:
⚠️ Due Diligence Required:
📋 Recommendation: Engage blockchain-savvy legal counsel. We can connect you with firms specializing in Web3 corporate law.
Enterprise Web3 domain costs vary significantly based on your organization's size, requirements, and strategic goals.
📞 Custom Assessment: Every enterprise has unique needs. Contact our enterprise team for a tailored assessment based on your specific requirements, scale, and objectives. We'll provide transparent pricing and realistic timelines.
Enterprise Domain Management Strategy:
🛠️ Tools: We provide enterprise management dashboards with SAML/SSO integration for domain portfolio oversight.
Yes! We offer enterprise pricing for bulk acquisitions and long-term partnerships.
Additional Enterprise Benefits:
📞 Contact Enterprise Sales: Schedule a consultation to discuss your organization's needs and receive a custom proposal within 48 hours.
Navigate the regulatory landscape of Web3 domains
Legal Status: Evolving, but increasingly recognized as digital property.
✅ Legal Precedent: Multiple court cases worldwide have enforced Web3 domain ownership rights, including injunctions against theft and recognition in bankruptcy proceedings.
Tax Implications: In most jurisdictions, domains are capital assets. Capital gains tax applies on sale. Consult tax professionals for your specific situation.
Trademark disputes with Web3 domains follow similar principles to traditional domains, with some key differences:
🛡️ Protection Strategy: Document your legitimate use case and registration date. Consult IP attorney if approached by trademark holder.
Short Answer: Significantly harder than traditional domains, but not impossible.
Real-World Scenarios:
🌐 Key Insight: Web3 domains separate content from ownership. They can take down your website, but they can't take away your domain — you remain the provable owner on the blockchain.
Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Know Your Customer (KYC) requirements vary by jurisdiction and transaction size:
⚠️ Regulatory Trends:
📋 Our Approach: We comply with all applicable regulations. For enterprise clients and large purchases, we conduct appropriate due diligence in line with industry standards.
Web3 domains as digital assets require special consideration in estate planning:
⚠️ Critical Warning:
If you die without sharing private keys, your domains are permanently inaccessible. Your heirs won't be able to recover them, even with a court order. Plan ahead!
💼 Professional Guidance: Consult an estate attorney familiar with digital assets. Laws vary significantly by jurisdiction.
Two-Layer Answer: Domain ownership has minimal restrictions, but content hosting has legal limits.
You can mint any available domain name. No content review or approval process.
What you host on your domain must comply with applicable laws:
🔍 Key Distinction:
📜 Our Policy: We don't police domain names. However, we reserve the right to refuse service for domains used to facilitate illegal activities, as identified by law enforcement or court orders.
Understanding the financial aspects of Web3 domains
Web3 domain pricing follows a value-based model rather than flat-rate like traditional domains:
Shorter = More expensive. "ai.pulse" costs more than "artificial-intelligence-news.pulse"
Dictionary words, common terms, and brandable names command premium prices
High-demand TLDs (.pulse, .liveshop) have higher baseline prices than niche TLDs
Limited supply + high demand = premium pricing. Only one "shop.liveshop" exists!
Great news! The majority of Web3 TLDs have NO annual renewal fees. Once you mint it, you own it forever.
💡 Cost Comparison:
We accept both cryptocurrency and traditional payment methods (via partners):
✓ Lowest fees, instant processing
Processing fees apply (~3-5%)
💰 Enterprise Payment Options: For large purchases ($10K+), we offer wire transfer, escrow services, and custom payment plans. Contact us for details.
Refund Policy: Due to the nature of blockchain transactions, refunds are complex:
💡 Advice: Research thoroughly and use our domain search tools to ensure you want the domain before purchasing. Treat it like buying property — it's a permanent decision!
Gas fees are blockchain network transaction fees paid to miners/validators to process your transaction.
*Fees fluctuate based on network congestion
✅ Good News: We mint most domains on low-cost chains like Polygon, Base, and BNB Chain, keeping gas fees under $2 in most cases. Ethereum mainnet is reserved for ultra-premium domains only.
🔧 Who Pays Gas Fees?
Yes! We offer flexible payment options for premium domains and portfolio purchases:
*Domain held in escrow until final payment. Small interest rate (5-10% APR).
Partners: Aave, Compound, NFTfi. We can facilitate connections.
Apply via our enterprise sales team.
⚡ No Credit Check Required: Unlike traditional financing, crypto-based payment plans don't require credit checks. Approval based on down payment and domain value.
Is this platform safe? Everything you need to know
Yes. Freename is the most trusted Web3 domain platform in the industry. Here's why:
Freename is one of the first Web3 registrars to achieve ICANN accreditation — the same body that governs .com, .org, and all traditional TLDs. This means compliance, oversight, and accountability.
Freename holds a US patent for its Web2/Web3 bridge protocol — the technology that allows Web3 domains to resolve in traditional browsers. This isn't a startup experiment; it's patented infrastructure.
Freename domains resolve natively in MetaMask (30M+ users), Sweat Wallet (20M+ users), Bitcoin.com Wallet, and Brave Browser. These major companies wouldn't integrate with an untrusted platform. Their legal teams vetted Freename.
Freename TLDs are listed on Endless Domains (D3 platform) alongside ENS and Unstoppable Domains. This means the same secondary market, the same registry infrastructure, and the same lookup tools used by the largest Web3 domain players.
🔒 Bottom line: Freename is ICANN-accredited, patent-backed, integrated into the world's biggest wallets, and trusted by 50M+ users. Your domain is safe.
X Money launched in April 2026 as X's built-in payments ecosystem. Here's how your Web3 domain fits in:
When someone sends you money on X Money, they can type yourname.pulse or yourname.cardhub instead of your full wallet address. Your domain becomes your payment identity — across X, MetaMask, and Bitcoin.com Wallet.
Own your payment identity now, before the 600M X user base starts looking for theirs.
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