# sns

By [mrqpython](https://paragraph.com/@mrqpython) · 2023-01-19

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The Sui Name Service (SNS) is a decentralized naming service built on the Ethereum blockchain. It allows users to register and manage human-readable names, such as "alice.eth" or "bob.eth", which can be used to link to Ethereum addresses, such as a wallet or smart contract.

One of the key benefits of SNS is that it allows for easier and more user-friendly interactions with Ethereum addresses. Rather than having to remember and manually input a long and complex hexadecimal string, users can simply remember and use a name like "alice.eth" to interact with the corresponding address.

SNS also allows for greater control and security over your Ethereum addresses. With traditional naming services, a centralized organization controls the mapping between names and addresses. With SNS, the mapping is recorded on the blockchain, allowing for decentralization and immutability. Additionally, users can manage their own names and addresses, rather than relying on a third party.

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*Originally published on [mrqpython](https://paragraph.com/@mrqpython/sns)*