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Step-by-Step Guide to Importing a DNS Domain Name to ENS

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How .ETH Names Compare to DNS Names Imported to ENS

Before you get started

1) Are you wanting to register a .ETH name on ENS?

Then this is not the guide for you! Use this guide instead.

2) You must already own on DNS the name you wish to import into ENS

E.g. if you want to import example.com to ENS, you must first own example.com on DNS. You cannot claim a DNS name on ENS that you don't currently own on DNS.

While you can use any DNS registrar that supports DNSSEC, this guide will demonstrate with Google Domains.

3) You'll need an Ethereum account

ENS names, including DNS names imported to ENS, are owned and controlled by Ethereum accounts. To create and manage an Ethereum account, there are many Ethereum wallet providers to choose from.

This guide will demonstrate with the Ethereum browser extension MetaMask, though you'll likely be able to follow along if you're using a different wallet.


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