What is a blockchain domain?

Blockchain domains (also called Web3 domains, crypto domains, or NFT domains) are digital assets stored on the blockchain that you truly own. Unlike traditional domains that require annual renewal fees, blockchain domains are a one-time purchase with perpetual ownership.

Do I really never have to pay renewal fees?

Correct—zero renewal fees, ever. When you mint a domain from GotTLDs, you pay once (starting at $49 for most TLDs) and own it for life. There are no hidden fees, no annual charges, no surprise price increases.

Which blockchain are these domains on?

GotTLDs domains are built on Freename's enterprise blockchain infrastructure, which uses Polygon (an Ethereum Layer 2 solution) for fast, low-cost transactions.

Can I transfer or sell my domain later?

Absolutely! Your blockchain domain is an NFT, which means it's a fully transferable digital asset. You can sell it on NFT marketplaces, transfer it to another wallet, gift it to someone, or include it in your estate planning.

Web3 Domains in Google 2026: How Freename Resolution Makes GotTLDs Domains Visible in Browsers and Search Engines

Traditional .com domains use centralized DNS managed by ICANN. Web3 domains use blockchain records. To appear in standard browsers and Google, they need Freename Resolution.

This guide explains exactly how it works using the tools already available on GotTLDs.

40M+

Domains Tokenized

500K+

Domains Secured on Freename

$33.5B

Web3 Market by 2030

$49

One-time, $0 Renewals

How Freename Resolution Works

Freename provides two resolution layers:

Web3 DNS

Makes the domain resolvable in Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge without extensions.

Traditional DNS Records

A and CNAME records that point to hosting (Shopify, IPFS, or any server) so Google can crawl and index the content.

Once both are set, your .pulse, .vaulted, .liveshop (or any GotTLDs TLD) behaves like a normal domain in search engines.

Step-by-Step Setup for Visibility in Google

Confirm Your Domain is Minted

Log into the Freename dashboard from GotTLDs. Verify the NFT is active in your wallet. Ownership is permanent.

Enable Freename Web3 DNS (Browser Resolution)

Install the Freename Web3 DNS resolver (one-time device or network setup). This makes your domain resolve in standard browsers. GotTLDs buyers do this once — it lasts forever.

Set Traditional DNS Records for Hosting

In the Freename dashboard for your domain:

▸ Add an A record:

• Host: @
• Points to: your hosting IP (e.g., Shopify's 23.227.38.65)

▸ Add a CNAME record:

• Host: www
• Points to: shops.myshopify.com (or your server)

Save and wait for propagation (5–60 minutes).

Verify Hosting & Content

Point your domain to a live website (Shopify store, IPFS site, or any host). Google can now crawl the actual content.

Submit to Google

Use Google Search Console → URL Inspection → Request Indexing. Add your sitemap.xml for faster discovery.

Your GotTLDs domain is now visible and indexable like any traditional domain.

Why This Beats Traditional .com in 2026

Permanent ownership — No risk of losing the domain for non-payment

No renewal fees — Save $10–50+ every year forever

Censorship-resistant — Blockchain-backed records

Wallet integration — Human-readable addresses for payments

Subdomain royalties — Earn 50% on sales if you manage a TLD

Common Questions

Does Google index Web3 domains?

Yes — once Freename Resolution and DNS records are set.

Do I need the Web3 DNS app?

Yes for browser visibility. It's a one-time setup.

Can I use Shopify or IPFS?

Yes — both work with the DNS records above.

Is there any extra cost?

No — all included with your GotTLDs purchase.

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Need help with DNS setup or Google Search Console?

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