How to Replace Your Complex Starknet Address with a Simple .stark Name

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.

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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.

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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. You now have a simple, unified way to identify yourself that works with every dApp in the ecosystem.

Use your Starknet ID to prove your identity on-chain and finish setting up your decentralized profile.