What is PNS

Get secure and unique .dot domains with PNS. Simplify wallet access and showcase NFTs.

PNS (Polkadot Name System) is a decentralized domain name system that provides domain name services for the Polkadot ecosystem. PNS uses .dot domain suffixes.

PNS allows users to register globally unique domains that can resolve various on-chain and off-chain information, such as wallet addresses, smart contract addresses, IPFS content, websites, etc. PNS domains themselves can also be traded as NFTs on the market.

Main Use Cases of PNS

Websites and DApp Access

• Associate PNS domains with websites or DApps for direct access via the domain

• DApps can use PNS domains as an application entrance, binding smart contract addresses for easy upgrading

Unified Wallet Addresses

• Bind different addresses to a single PNS domain for unified access

• Simplifies memory burden and improves convenience for users

NFT Display

• NFTs can be directly bound to PNS domains

• Visiting the domain displays NFT-related information

• Collectors can showcase their NFT collections using subdomains

Personal Digital Identity

• PNS domains themselves serve as users' digital identity in the Web3 world

Obtaining PNS Domains

PNS domains are mainly obtained through:

• Reservation: Important websites can reserve relevant .dot domains

• Auction: High-value .dot domains are acquired through auctions

• Open Registration: Other .dot domains are openly registerable

PNS provides users with secure, open, and memorable .dot domain name services, with abundant application scenarios.