# Overview

## XRP Web3 Identity (.xrp) - XRPL Name Service

**The decentralized way to build your online presence with XRP Web3 domains**

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**Welcome to the world of XRP Web3 Domains:** where ownership, security, and decentralization meet. XRP Web3 domains are a new type of domain name that operate on the XRP Ledger, enabling users to create unique digital identities and easily interact with decentralized applications and services. With XRP Web3 domains, users have complete ownership and control over their domains, with no intermediaries or central authorities involved.

**What are XRP Web3 Domains?** XRP Domains are blockchain-based domain names that are registered and managed on the XRP Ledger. Unlike traditional domain names, XRP domains are fully decentralized, meaning they are not controlled by any central authority or organization. This makes XRP domains resistant to censorship and hacking, and provides users with complete ownership and control over their online identity.

**Replace a crypto address with a domain name:** In the past, whenever you sent crypto to another person, you needed their wallet address, which consists of a long string of letters and numbers. Today, all you need is a domain name, making it easier than ever to send and receive cryptocurrencies. It’s security, privacy and safety.

**One-time registration fee, no renewal fees:** XRP Domains are not rented, after buying a .XRP domain, it is yours forever, no one can request any renewal fees from you. Domains can be stored in your wallet, like cryptocurrency and only you can control it.


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