# ENS x Namespace = 🫂

**Published by:** [Cap](https://paragraph.com/@thecap/)
**Published on:** 2024-05-14
**URL:** https://paragraph.com/@thecap/ens-x-namespace

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I’m writing again. Yay. I haven’t been writing much lately, and the reason is that we (the Namespace team) got a grant from the ENS Foundation to keep building our platform, supercharging ENS with more utility, and integrating ENS everywhere to be easy to access and implement. I will be also publishing from the Namespace blog - Substack, and newsletter: Paragraph, so you can follow us there. But here I am now. I wanted to write my thoughts on Namespace and ENS and how these two work together.Mission alignmentNamespace and ENS essentially have the same mission. You can pick any single mission out of all of these below and it would hold true:Help ENS become 1 and global namespace for Web3 domainsMake sure ENS becomes the global web3 identity standardOfficial naming system of web3 worldName every web3 digital resourceGrow ENS in every possible wayIntegrate with it with as many projects (games, wallets, dapps, etc.)The ENS Labs and Namespace team however do different things to support this mission. ENS Labs works on protocol development, whereas Namespace focuses most on the consumer side, + developer tooling.ENS Labs → protocol layer.Namespace → application layer.However, our focus extends beyond the application layer. We are exploring different ways to contribute to the ENS ecosystem. One significant initiative is developing infrastructure to facilitate the seamless minting of L2 ENS subnames for chains built on the OP stack. (stay tuned)Namespace GoalOur primary goal is to democratize access to Web3 identities through ENS. This involves:Allowing anyone to mint an ENS name or subname, making Web3 identities accessible to all.Enabling ENS name owners to become Web3 identity providers, allowing others to mint identities from their platforms.To achieve this, we are:Integrating ENS with other dapps, projects, and infrastructure providers.Developing innovative tools for the ENS community to utilize their names and facilitate subname minting.Providing developers with an easy-to-use toolkit for simple ENS integration and subname management.Proactive Integration and InnovationTo achieve our goals, Namespace is actively working on several fronts:Integration with Other Projects: We are integrating ENS with various dapps, projects, and infrastructure providers to ensure seamless adoption and utility.Developer Toolkits: Providing developers with easy-to-use toolkits for integrating ENS and managing subnames.Innovative Solutions: Building unique solutions for the ENS community, such as infrastructure for minting L2 ENS subnames on other chains (stay tuned).Both ENS and Namespace are forging strategic partnerships to drive adoption and growth. For instance:ENS and Uniswap: ENS partnered with Uniswap to allow users to mint subnames from *.uni.eth.Namespace and Wallets: Namespace is collaborating with wallet providers to enable easy subname claiming and enhance user experience.Birth of Smart Wallets We believe the future of Web3 lies in smart wallets that leverage account abstraction. These wallets enhance user experience by eliminating the need for remembering and writing down seed phrases and private keys, making onboarding easier and more secure. Our focus on partnering with smart account wallets aligns with this vision, ensuring that users can easily manage their ENS identities. But there’s one thing missing…The Era of SubnamesI said that the Namespace launch marks the beginning of the Subnames era. Subnames are at the moment the easiest to giveaway and set up crypto normies with an easy-to-remember wallet they can accept money to. Subnames offer numerous advantages:Ease of Use: Subnames are easy to set up and remember, making them ideal for newcomers to the crypto space.Offchain Flexibility: Subnames can be issued offchain, reducing costs and improving accessibility.L2 Compatibility: Subnames will be the first to migrate to L2 solutions like Optimism and Base, enhancing scalability and performance.Token-Gated Access: Subnames can provide token-gated access to various features, such as minting and private club membership.Offchain SubnamesOffchain subnames are unique in a way that there’s an element of trust between the users who use them and the company that issues them. And although not fully decentralized, if you’re trusting the company who’s providing them, like Uniswap with uni.eth subnames, they are really good to use because:They cost nothing to mintThey are easy to integrateFlexible for upgradesOffer a higher degree of controlEasier to use as Web3 username (due to no gas required for updating)And most importantly - Easily upgradeable in the future!ConclusionENS and Namespace are united in their mission to revolutionize Web3 identity. By working together, we aim to make ENS the global standard for digital identities, ensuring that every user can benefit from a unique, secure, and easily recognizable identity. As we continue to innovate and expand the ENS ecosystem, we are excited about the future of Web3 and the role that ENS and Namespace will play in shaping it. Join us on this journey as we strive to make Web3 identities accessible and practical for everyone. 🫡

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