The team behind Coinbase’s Base blockchain has announced the launch of a new product called Basenames, designed to make alphanumeric blockchain addresses human-readable. This tool utilizes the popular Ethereum Name Service (ENS), which offers users .eth addresses, to create Base-specific domains such as vitalik.base.eth.
“Base Names will act as the connective tissue that enables builders to connect with other builders and the broader community,” said Thomas Vieira, Base’s Head of Product, during Coinbase’s BaseCamp Summit. “I may have 10^18 problems, but onchain identity won’t be one.”
Users can link multiple wallets, including MetaMask, Rainbow, and Coinbase Wallet, to register a Basename. Additionally, a dedicated webpage allows users to search for Basename addresses, interact with them, and customize their profiles with bios, social media handles, and relevant skills.
Basenames will function as a type of onchain resume, where users can attest to their skills (such as proficiency in Solidity programming, marketing experience, or legal expertise) and back them up with onchain credentials. Vieira emphasized the importance of connecting builders within the community, stating, “We want you to be able to connect more closely with people in your community.”
Similar to other onchain naming systems like ENS and Unstoppable Domains, Basenames will make sending payments easier and reduce errors. Basenames will look similar to .eth ENS addresses but with a Base-specific domain extension, such as base.eth.
Basenames will be initially available to attendees of the BaseCamp event and will roll out to the general public within the next few weeks, according to Vieira.
