RIF Name Service(RNS) - Overview
RIF Name Service (RNS) is a decentralised service that allows users to register and manage human-readable domain names on the blockchain. It is part of the Rootstock Infrastructure Framework (RIF) and is designed to simplify the use of blockchain addresses by replacing complex alphanumeric strings with easy-to-remember names.
For example, the domain name alice.rsk is a human-readable alternative to the long wallet address 0x6746f241e80d3ee1036ce57e1A1zP1eP5QGefi2DMPTfTL5SLmv7DivfNa. Therefore, Alice can share her domain name instead of the alphanumeric string.
Why it Matters
Here are the major reasons RNS exists and its purpose:
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User Experience: RNS provides an enhanced and user-friendly way for users to remember and share their blockchain addresses. This ensures interactions with the blockchain are intuitive and accessible.
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Adoption: By simplifying blockchain addresses, RNS can drive the adoption of blockchain technology for non-technical users.
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Versatility: RNS can be used for various purposes, such as creating custom domain names for websites, wallet addresses, and other blockchain-based services. This versatility makes it a valuable tool in the blockchain ecosystem.
How to Integrate RNS
There are two main ways to integrate RNS into your dApp:
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This involves using the RNS JavaScript SDK directly from your web interface.
With a few function calls, you can resolve domains to addresses, check availability, or perform reverse lookups. -
Smart contract integration:
This involves when your dApp interact directly with the RNS registry or resolver directly on-chain(contract address).
It’s ideal for cases like marketplaces or identity systems that store or verify domain ownership at the contract level.