Set as Primary Name is used to resolve your wallet address to your ENS name.
Good to Know
Setting a Primary Name creates a Reverse Record, which maps your wallet address to your ENS name.
This is an onchain transaction requiring ETH on Ethereum Mainnet for gas fees.
Only the wallet listed as the ETH Address can set the Primary Name.
If you're connected as the Manager and the ETH Address is different, you'll first be prompted to update it to your own. Once confirmed, a second transaction will set the Primary Name.
How to Set a Primary Name
1. Click Set as Primary Name
Go to the ENS App, connect your wallet, Open the profile tab of your name, then click Set as Primary Name.
Update the ETH Address (if needed)
If your connected wallet is the manager and not the current ETH Address, you’ll be prompted to update it to your own - only proceed if you intend to change the ETH Address. Otherwise, switch to the correct wallet.
Click Start to begin.
Open your wallet and approve the transaction. Once confirmed, you can continue and click next to set the Primary Name.
2. Confirm the transaction
Click Open Wallet and confirm the transaction. Once complete, you’ll see confirmation that your wallet is now linked to the ENS name.
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FAQ
What is a Primary Name?
What is a Primary Name?
A Primary Name (also called a Reverse Record) links your wallet address to an ENS name, so apps can display it instead of the 0x address. Learn about The Primary Name.
Who can set the Primary Name?
Who can set the Primary Name?
Only the wallet listed as the name’s ETH Address can set as Primary Name.
Does setting a Primary Name require gas?
Does setting a Primary Name require gas?
Yes – it’s an onchain transaction and requires ETH on Ethereum mainnet to cover gas fees.
Can I undo setting a Primary Name?
Can I undo setting a Primary Name?
Yes - Go to your wallets setting page in the ENS App and click remove. Learn other ways in How to clear Primary Name
How can i check the Primary name of an address?
How can i check the Primary name of an address?
Search that address in the ENS App. The name which returns is its Primary Name.