# Registering a Name

Claim your Stargaze Name in a few simple steps.

## Check Availability

1. Go to the [Names page](https://stargaze.zone/names)
2. Search for your desired name
3. If available, you'll see the registration option

## Registration Process

### Step 1: Search

Enter the name you want:

* Minimum 3 characters
* Letters, numbers, and hyphens allowed
* Not case-sensitive (`Starty` = `starty`)

### Step 2: Select Duration

Choose your registration period:

* 1 year
* 2 years
* 5 years

Longer periods = lower per-year cost.

### Step 3: Review Cost

You'll see:

* Registration fee (varies by name length)
* Total cost for selected duration
* Payment token (ATOM)

### Step 4: Register

1. Click **Register**
2. Approve the transaction
3. Your name is minted to your wallet

## Registration Rules

### Name Length Pricing

Shorter names cost more (higher demand):

| Length        | Price/Year |
| ------------- | ---------- |
| 3 characters  | Higher     |
| 4 characters  | Medium     |
| 5+ characters | Base price |

*Exact pricing shown during registration.*

### Reserved Names

Some names are reserved:

* Trademarked terms
* Protocol names
* Known impersonation attempts

### First Come, First Served

Names are registered on a first-come basis. No auctions, no waitlists.

## After Registration

Your name is now:

* An NFT in your wallet
* Linked to your address
* Visible on your profile
* Tradeable on the marketplace

## Tips

* **Act fast** - Good names go quickly
* **Register longer** - Saves money long-term
* **Check spelling** - Can't change after registration
* **Consider variations** - Protect your brand

## Already Taken?

If your name is taken:

* Check if it's listed for sale on the marketplace
* Make an offer to the current owner
* Try variations (numbers, hyphens)
* Wait for it to expire (if not renewed)

## Next Steps

* Learn about [Renewals](/names/renewals.md)
* Explore [Buying & Selling Names](/names/buying-and-selling-names.md)


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