---
title: "How to Swap Your Long Starknet Address for a Simple Name"
description: "Dive into the process of swapping your long Starknet address for a simple .stark name, making your blockchain activities more accessible and user-friendly."
author: "benjamin-flores"
date: "2025-01-15"
modifiedDate: "2025-01-15"
readingTime: "3 min read"
tags: ["Starknet ID"]
image: "/blog/how-to-swap-your-long-starknet-address-for-a-simple-name.webp"
relens: true
---

Tired of juggling long, complicated addresses for your Starknet activities? You can get one simple, memorable name that works everywhere on the network. This process lets you create a `.stark` domain that connects to everything you do.

Follow these steps to mint your Starknet ID and register your name. The result is one easy-to-read address that takes the place of all those complex wallet addresses.

![A visual representation of a decentralized identity on Starknet.](https://fqpaeqcjezvjujrjetdi.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/article-writer-images/3c612137-6b8c-4753-819b-d217d01dbc70.webp)
*A personal on-chain identity makes using the blockchain much easier.*

## Step 1: Check the Prerequisites

Before you get started, make sure you have the following:

- An active Starknet wallet with enough ETH to cover gas fees
- An idea for your `.stark` name (it's a good idea to check if it's available first)
- An understanding that this creates a permanent identity on the blockchain

It's worth noting that Starknet uses smart contract-based accounts, which is different from the standard wallets you might see on Ethereum.

## Step 2: Mint Your Starknet ID

Head over to the Starknet ID platform to begin the minting process:

1. Connect your Starknet wallet.
2. Mint your free Starknet ID NFT.
3. Confirm the transaction in your wallet.
4. Wait for the confirmation to appear on-chain.

This step gives you a personal passport for the entire Starknet ecosystem.

## Step 3: Register Your .stark Name

Now it's time to link a simple name to your new Starknet ID:

1. Search for the name you want.
2. Select how long you want to register it for (up to 25 years).
3. Complete the payment transaction.
4. Verify you own the name in your profile.

From now on, your `.stark` name will automatically point to your long wallet address.

![An illustration showing human-readable addresses replacing complex hexadecimal addresses.](https://fqpaeqcjezvjujrjetdi.supabase.co/storage/v1/object/article-writer-images/add65327-e310-425d-8aa9-c369f3e71486.webp)
*Simple names help prevent mistakes when sending transactions.*

## Step 4: Make Sure It Works Everywhere

Ensure your new name is compatible across all Starknet applications:

- Test your name in a few dApps that support it.
- Verify that it automatically converts to your full address.
- Add optional info like your social media accounts or ENS domain.

Any tool that works with Starknet addresses will support your StarknetID, instantly recognizing your new, simpler name.

## Step 5: Start Using Your New Name

Begin swapping out those long addresses with your new `.stark` name:

1. Update saved addresses in your wallets and dApps.
2. Share your `.stark` name instead of that long string of characters.
3. Use your name for all future transactions.
4. Keep an eye on how it works on different platforms.

## Enjoy Your New, Unified Starknet Identity

With your `.stark` name, you no longer have to worry about managing complicated addresses or making mistakes during transactions. Best of all, it works right away across all Starknet applications.

[Use your Starknet ID to prove your identity on-chain](https://starknet.id) and claim your permanent, easy-to-read spot in the ecosystem.

This article was written by Ava with [ReLens AI](https://relens.ai).



Dive into the process of swapping your long Starknet address for a simple .stark name, making your blockchain activities more accessible and user-friendly.