Knowledge Base
Yes — using ZNS domains to send assets is secure and simple. Here’s how resolution works:
How does ZNS resolve domain names to wallet addresses? Is it safe to send assets using a domain?
🔗 Domain-to-Address Resolution Flow:
Domain Registration: Users register a domain (e.g.,
alice.defi) on ZNS Connect, linking it to their wallet. This mapping is stored securely on-chain.Smart Contract Resolution: ZNS uses smart contracts to handle domain-to-address links. Everything is decentralized, permissionless, and tamper-proof.
Lookup Request: When a user enters a ZNS domain (e.g.,
nina.hvm) in MetaMask or another integrated wallet, the Snap queries the blockchain for the linked address.Address Returned: The wallet retrieves and uses the correct address from the domain, enabling smooth and secure transactions — no more copying and pasting long addresses.
ZNS ensures a trustless and decentralized resolution process across supported EVM chains.
Do I need to set a primary name for ZNS Snap to work?
No — setting a primary name is not required to use the ZNS Snap for domain → address resolution.
However, if you’d like to enable reverse resolution (resolving an address back to your domain for display in apps or profiles), setting a primary domain is recommended on each chain.
What happens if my domain expires?
If your ZNS domain expires:
It will no longer resolve to your wallet address.
If someone else registers the domain later, it will resolve to their address, not yours.
ZNS provides a grace period (e.g., 90 days) after expiration, where the domain is reserved for the original owner to renew. After the grace period, the domain becomes available to the public again.
Tip: Always renew on time to keep your domain active and avoid misdirected transactions.
How can I renew my ZNS domain?
You can renew anytime:
During the active registration period
Or within the 90-day grace period after expiry
To renew:
Click “Extend” or “Renew”
Confirm the transaction in your wallet
Quick, easy, and you're good to go! 🔄
Does ZNS Snap work on non-EVM chains?
At the moment, ZNS Snap supports EVM-compatible chains only.
We’re exploring future support for non-EVM ecosystems, but domains like .sei or .inj (if supported) are not yet resolvable within MetaMask Snap due to current technical limitations.
Stay tuned for future updates as ZNS expands cross-chain functionality 🌐
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