Discover why .vaulted domains are revolutionizing digital identity. Learn what they are, how they work, and why you need to secure yours before it's gone forever.
You've probably heard the buzz about Web3, blockchain, and decentralized everything. But there's one revolution that's been quietly happening right under everyone's nose—and it could completely change how you exist online.
We're talking about .vaulted domains—a new type of digital identity that you actually own. Not rent. Not lease. OWN. Forever.
In this comprehensive guide, we'll break down everything you need to know about .vaulted domains, why they matter, and how to secure yours before the best names are gone.
A .vaulted domain is a next-generation Web3 domain that lives on the blockchain. Unlike traditional domains (like .com or .net), .vaulted domains are:
One payment. Yours forever. No annual renewals, no risk of losing it.
No corporation controls it. Secured by blockchain technology.
Your identity, your rules. No WHOIS exposure required.
Use as a wallet address, universal username, website, and more.
Think of it this way:
A .vaulted domain is like owning digital real estate. Traditional domains are like renting an apartment—you pay rent forever and can be evicted. .vaulted is like owning your home—one purchase, permanent ownership.
.vaulted domains are powered by Freename and secured on Base Chain—a fast, low-cost Ethereum Layer 2 blockchain built by Coinbase. Here's the simple breakdown:
Find your desired name (like yourname.vaulted) using our search tool. If it's available, you can claim it instantly.
Your domain is "minted" as an NFT on the blockchain. This creates a permanent, verifiable record of your ownership.
The NFT is stored in your crypto wallet (like MetaMask or Coinbase Wallet). You control it—nobody else.
Use your domain as a crypto wallet address, universal username, website, identity verifier, and more—across the entire Web3 ecosystem.
Here's why thousands are rushing to claim their .vaulted domains:
Traditional domains cost $10-50+ per year, every year. Miss a payment? You lose your domain. With .vaulted, you pay once and own it forever. That's potentially thousands saved over your lifetime.
No company can suspend, seize, or revoke your domain. It's stored in YOUR wallet, secured by blockchain cryptography. Only you have the keys. No government, corporation, or hacker can take it without your private key.
Instead of sharing
0x7a3b...9f4c, share
yourname.vaulted. It resolves to your wallet address—no more copy-paste
errors that could cost you thousands.
Use the same identity across dApps, NFT marketplaces, DeFi platforms, games, and social networks. One name. One reputation. Everywhere.
Premium Web3 domains have sold for $100,000+. Early adopters who secure valuable names can potentially sell or lease them later. Think of it as digital real estate.
Short answer: Everyone who values their digital identity. But here are the groups benefiting most:
Lock in your gamertag permanently. Use it across every game, streaming platform, and gaming community. Your legacy, protected.
YouTubers, streamers, influencers—own your brand name across every platform. No more worrying about username availability.
Replace ugly wallet addresses with a memorable name. Send and receive crypto the easy way.
Protect your brand name in Web3 before competitors or squatters claim it. Future-proof your business.
Secure your name before someone else does. Own your digital identity permanently.
Use as your dev identity, GitHub profile extension, and project namespace. Build your dev reputation on Web3.
Here's how .vaulted stacks up against traditional domains like .com:
| Feature | .vaulted | .com/.net |
|---|---|---|
| Ownership | Permanent | Rented |
| Renewal Fees | Never | $10-50+/year |
| Can Be Seized | No | Yes |
| Wallet Address | Built-in | No |
| Privacy | Anonymous | WHOIS Exposed |
| Transferable | As NFT | Complex Process |
| Web3 Ready | Native | Limited |
Ready to secure your digital identity? Here's exactly how to do it in under 5 minutes:
Use the search box below to check if your desired name is available. Try your name, brand, gamertag, or any creative combination.
You'll need a crypto wallet (like MetaMask or Coinbase Wallet) with some ETH for the purchase. Don't have one? Creating a wallet takes 2 minutes.
Complete the transaction to "mint" your domain as an NFT. This registers it permanently on the blockchain—it's now yours forever.
Configure your domain to point to your wallet addresses, create a decentralized website, or use it as your universal Web3 identity. The possibilities are endless!
Check out our comprehensive FAQ for answers about wallets, pricing, usage, and more.
Visit FAQEvery day, premium .vaulted domains get claimed. Your name, your brand, your gamertag—they might be available right now, but there's no guarantee they will be tomorrow.
Don't wait until someone else owns YOUR identity.
Type your name below and see if it's available—it only takes 5 seconds