ENS (Ethereum Name Service)
Also known as: Ethereum Domain Name, Web3 Username, Decentralized DNS
A decentralized naming system that maps human-readable names to Ethereum addresses and other resources.
ENS, or Ethereum Name Service, is a decentralized domain name system built on Ethereum. It replaces complex wallet addresses with easy-to-read names like 'alice.eth', enhancing usability across dApps, wallets, and Web3 services. ENS domains can also store metadata, crypto addresses, avatars, and even serve as decentralized websites using IPFS. Managed by a DAO, ENS leverages smart contracts and NFTs to offer censorship-resistant domain registration. Its .eth names are ERC-721 tokens, tradable on NFT marketplaces. ENS promotes decentralized identity and simplifies interaction with blockchain assets.