How to Mint a Web3 Domain on Base with Freename

How to mint a Web3 Domain on Base

Minting Web3 domains is a great way to expand your decentralized portfolio. They give you complete ownership of your stored data and serve as your unique online identity. In this highly vulnerable world, Web3 domains offer robust security as they are blockchain-based.

To mint a Web3 domain, you need to choose the right platform. While you have many options available, Base is one of the most secure, cost-effective, and user-friendly blockchain platforms to start with. With it, you can mint a Web3 domain in just a few steps. 

This process can be further streamlined if you mint on Freename, which is integrated with Base. Let’s learn how to mint a Web3 domain on Base hassle-freely!

Read our guide on how to mint Web3 domains with Freename.

Prerequisites To Mint a Web3 Domain

Before we get on to the minting process, it’s important to ensure you have everything in place for its successful execution. These include:

  • Wallet Setup: Search for and choose a crypto wallet compatible with Base, such as MetaMask or Trust Wallet. Whatever wallet you select, ensure it allows you to manage your Web3 domains easily.
  • Sufficient Funds: Once you have set up your wallet, add sufficient funds to it to cover the minting and domain registration costs. Depending on the registrar you’re using, this can be ETH or any other token. 
  • Basic Understanding of Blockchain and Web3 Domains: You must be well aware of the core concepts of blockchain, Web3, their role in decentralized apps, and the latest updates. Read some authentic resources online, and the process will be easier.

5 Steps To Mint a Web3 Domain on Base with Freename

Follow these easy steps to mint a Web3 domain on Base easily directly with Freename:

Step 1: Create an Account on Freename

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Your first step should be to create an account on Freename. Just visit the website and click the “Login” button on the upper right corner of the homepage.

Now, select the “Sign in with Google” or “Sign Up” button, enter your details, and register your account. 

Step 2: Search and Purchase a Domain

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After setting up your Freename account, you can go to this page and search for a domain. You can also create a custom TLD (top-level domain) with Freename.

Once you’re done, go to checkout and complete the payment.

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Note: you can also start by looking for a Web3 domain and create your profile on Freename once you’ve chosen your domain.

Step 3: Mint the Web3 Domain on Freename

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Once the payment is completed, return to the homepage and click on your profile icon. From the drop-down menu, select “Domain List” and then “Mint Domain” present next to your purchased domain.

Step 4: Select the Base Chain

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Now, select the Base Chain and choose the wallet address (a new wallet like Metamask or Freename’s custody wallet). Finally, hit the “Confirm Mint” button.

Step 5: Reload the Page

Wait for a few minutes and then reload the page. Your newly minted Web3 domain on Base will be ready to use!

Troubleshooting Common Issues When Minting Web3 Domains

While the above steps may have made Web3 minting easy for you, things may not always go as smoothly. Sometimes, you may encounter a few issues which you can quickly troubleshoot. 

Here are the most common ones:

Failed Transaction

Your domain minting transaction may fail due to the following:

  • Poor Wallet Connectivity: Double-check if your wallet is properly connected to the registrar or Base. 
  • Insufficient Funds: Make sure you have enough funds in your wallet for the purchase. 
  • Network Congestion: If you’re minting during high-network activity, you should submit your transaction with a higher price. 

Domain Not Showing Up

At times, your newly minted Web3 domain may not appear in your account. Here is what you can do:

  • Refresh the page and see if the domain shows up. Make sure you do it after the website’s default loading time is completed.
  • Search for the domain’s transaction to verify the mining was successful.  

Contact Support 

If none of the above methods work, you can simply seek professional support by getting in touch with our support. Before contacting the experts, keep this information on hand:

  • Your minted Web3 domain’s name
  • Your wallet address
  • The issue you’re facing 

We will answer your questions about minting a Web3 domain on Base and troubleshoot your issues.

Benefits of Minting a Web3 Domain on Base

Now, the question is, “Why should you mint a Web3 domain on Base?” Here are some reasons:

  • Robust Security: Base leverages cutting-edge cryptography and distributed ledger technology to ensure data protection and transparency. 
  • Decentralization: The platform gives you ownership of your data, meaning you can easily control and manage your minted domains. 
  • Cost-Effective: If you’re on a budget, Base offers more competitive costs and fees for minting Web3 domains than other blockchain platforms. 
  • Scalability: Base’s scalable platform supports a large number of Web3 domain minting. 
  • Easy Integration: Base easily integrates with wallets, exchanges, domain registrars, and other blockchain apps, making it easy to purchase and manage Web3 domains. 

Minting a Web3 Domain with Base on Freename Is as Easy as It Gets

Base makes Web3 domain minting easier and more convenient. It is a cost-effective and scalable platform that ensures your domain security. Freename has integrated Base Chain to make sure you can mint your Web3 domain easily and in just one click, as soon as you purchase one. All you have to do is search/buy a domain name on Freename, choose the Base Chain, add a wallet address, and mint a domain. It’s as easy as it sounds!

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How does it work?

Accordingly to the day when you will finalise your purchase, you have the right to receive from 1 to 3 NFT Domains for FREE!

Once you have completed your order, within 48h you will automatically receive on www.freename.io platform, in your personal area “portfolio” the randomly assigned NFT Domain/s.

You can chose on which blockchain you want to mint on and minting fee is covered by Freename!

HOW TO USE COUPONS:

Once you have added your favorite items to the cart, you proceed to “checkout” and add your coupon to the “coupon box”.

Said coupon will instantly do its magic and your due total will drop!

COUPON CODE CAN ONLY BE USED ONCE!
ENJOY YOUR SHOPPING AND GIFTS!

How does it work?

Once you have completed your order, you will automatically receive on www.freename.io platform, in your personal area “portfolio” the randomly assigned NFT Domain value $50 or if you’re lucky a randomly assigned TLD with value $699 (between these: .immersive; .multiverse; .freelancer; .cashback; .hologram)

you can chose on which blockchain you want to mint your NFT Domain/TLD on and minting fee is covered by Freename!

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Why do i Need a Wallet?

Freename domains are blockchain-based assets and would be minted and stored using a wallet. Users are required to mint and manage their domains using a Metamask or Coinbase-configured wallet. It must be a non-custodial wallet, meaning that one must own the private keys to the wallet in order to approve transactions via a signature.

To benefit from Freename Web 3 domains/TLDs, you must have a wallet. This is because Web 3 domains/TLDs are blockchain-based assets. Users can mint and manage their domains using Metamask or Coinbase-configured wallets.

Keep in mind that it must be a non-custodial wallet. You own the private keys to the wallet (in order to approve transactions via a signature).

Are the Domains Associated with ICANN?

ICANN does not manage freename.io domains. Freename.io believes their TLDs/domains must allow customers to operate independently. Freename.io wants to build a utility infrastructure, allowing customers to use their services for valuable and generative purposes. By leveraging blockchain technology, Freename Web 3 domains/TLDs have no centralized authority imposing rules and regulations.

What is a Wallet?

Every blockchain user requires a wallet in order to interact with the network. A wallet is essentially an account on the blockchain where transactions can be sent and received. It is also where one can store blockchain assets such as cryptocurrency or NFTs (non-fungible tokens). There is no personal information associated with a wallet and none is required to create one. A wallet consists of a public key and a private key. The public key can be safely shared with anyone who wishes to send assets to the corresponding wallet, however, the private key should not be shared and is the key to accessing the wallet in the event where access is lost or to create another instance.

A crypto wallet (cryptocurrency wallet) is software or hardware that enables users to store and use cryptocurrency. With cryptocurrencies, there isn’t any actual money to carry around in a wallet. They exist on the blockchain. Similarly to traditional bank transfers, crypto wallets enable users to send and receive cryptocurrencies, NFTs, etc.

A wallet consists of a public key and a private key. To receive assets, you share your public key associated with your wallet. You should NEVER share your private key.

How do i Claim my Earnings from Freename

ou can withdraw revenues generated passively through a cryptocurrency transfer. Connect your cryptocurrency wallet and, once your withdrawal request is confirmed, the desired amount is pulled from Freename’s reserves and conveniently delivered to you!

Claim your earnings by following these steps:

  1. Connect your cryptocurrency wallet to Freename.io
  2. Request a withdrawal
  3. Receive request confirmation
  4. Receive withdrawal directly to your wallet.

Can i Transfer Domains?

Yes. The domain is stored in your cryptocurrency wallet and can be transferred by you after you have minted it. Access your portfolio, select the TLD or Domain you wish to transfer and type the recipient’s address. Afterwards, you must paste the OTP code you received by mail to confirm the transaction. Keep in mind that currently, it is not possible to import the domain that has been transferred, but it will be possible soon!

Yes. Domains are transferable ONLY after a TLD/domain has been minted and stored in a user’s wallet.

To transfer the TLD (or domain), the user must:

  • Access their wallet
  • Select the item they want to transfer
  • Enter the recipient’s address.
  • Confirm the transaction by pasting the OTP received by email

In the future, Freename.io will support importing domains that have been transferred.

What about Trademarks?

Registering a trademark on your Freename Web3 TLD will allow you to protect your web3 TLD and your logo worldwide juridically.

From the moment you deposit a trademark request, your web3 TLD will be protected worldwide for 6 months awaiting for the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property (IGE.ch) to confirm and register the availability of your TLD.****

A trademark is any symbol, phrase, or word that allows customers to identify a company’s goods or services. Freename is a web3 domain/TLD provider that also provides trademark registration.

A user must reach out to the trademark department to register a trademark. To get your trademark filed for review at the Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property, a user must provide the following:

  1. Complete a Know your customer (KYC)
  2. A list of TLDs they wish to trademark
  3. Proof of payment

Once these conditions are met, it takes one week for the trademark to be reviewed and logo/TLDs to be provided with six months of worldwide protection.

Is Minting the same as Buying?

Purchasing a TLD (or domain) on Freename and minting it on the blockchain are two distinct steps. When you purchase a TLD (or domain), the transaction is recorded in Freename’s database and not on the blockchain. Minting a TLD (or domain) on the blockchain requires a second step: log into the user’s personal area, select the TLD (or domain) and press “mint TLD” (or domain): done! Don’t worry, once you have purchased a Freename domain, no one can take it away from you!

No. Buying and Minting a TLD/domain are two different things.**

Buying **is the process of recording a transaction on Freename’s database and not on the blockchain.

Minting is the process of pushing a user’s domain from Freename.io data onto the public ledger of a blockchain and into a user’s wallet. Giving the user full control over the TLD/domain.

It is very easy to mint a domain/TLD once you purchase it. Simply:

  • Log into your personal area
  • Select the TLD (or domain)
  • Press “mint TLD” (or domain)

What is Domain Minting?

Minting is the process of publishing a Freename domain (or TLD) on the blockchain via your wallet to gain full custody of the domain. This means that the only person that has control over the domain (or TLD) is the person who controls (has access to) the wallet.

Minting is the process of pushing a user’s domain from Freename.io data onto the public ledger of a blockchain and into a user’s wallet. Giving the user full ownership over the domain.

Minting on Freename.io is as simple as the following steps:

  1. Go to the Freename.io website
  2. Enter the TLD/domain you want to buy in the search bar
  3. Add the TLD/domain to your cart
  4. Go to checkout
  5. Create a Freename.io account
  6. Purchase the TLD/domain with cryptocurrency or a credit card
  7. Go to “portfolio and incomes.”
  8. Click on mint TLD/domain

Which domains are Protected?

Protected domains and TLDs are domains and TLDs that we’ve detected are associated with a brand, organization, or notable person. We believe it is important to increase adoption for the next generation of the internet by helping to onboard brands into the Web3 era. If you are interested in applying for a Protected domain, please contact us.

TLDs/Domains associated with a notable person, brand or organization are considered Protected Domains. Protected domains help onboard brands in Web 3 increasing adoption. Protected domains also protect users from others impersonating/stealing their domains.

Reach out to Freename.io to apply for a protected domain.

Why use Freename?

Freename domains are unique by their very nature: only with Freename you can register domains with unique TLDs for your digital identity while passively earning money!

Freename.io is not only the leading TLD and Domains platform in Web 3, but also lets users generate passive income!

Owning a Freename Web 3 TLD entitles users to receive passive income whenever a domain is bought on their TLD. Users can register and mint TLD/domains of their choice if available.

What is a Domain?

A domain name is a string of letters and/or numbers that points to the IP address of the corresponding website. Generally, it is easier to remember a name than a long string of numbers.

A domain name is an address that people type into a browser bar to find a website. It consists of a Top-Level Domain (TLD), everything that comes after the dot, and the Second-Level Domain (SLD), everything that comes before the dot.

For example, “Freename.io” is the domain name, “Freename” is the SLD and “io” is the TLD.

Which Chains are Supported?

Freename has a multi-chain approach. You can choose on which Blockchain to mint your Web3 Domains and TLDs ranging Among Polygon, Cronos, and Binance.

A user can mint a Freename.io domain/TLD on the following blockchains:

  • Polygon
  • Cronos
  • Binance

Freename plans to expand its multi-chain approach by adding blockchains upon which domains can be minted.

Are there Renewal Fees?

No! Once you’ve bought a Freename Domain or TLD, it’s yours forever, no renewal fees ever!

No. There are no renewal fees on Freename.io. Once a user has paid a one-time payment for a domain/TLD, they own it. Forever.

This is the significant advantage of Web 3 domain/TLD over traditional alternatives.

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