Web2 refers to the current state of the internet, characterized by user-generated content, social media, and centralized platforms. Users are consumers of content and services provided by centralized platforms like Meta, X/Twitter, Google, and Amazon. Web3 is an evolving concept that envisions a decentralized internet where users have more control over their data and interactions. It aims to empower users with tools and technologies that enable peer-to-peer transactions, decentralized applications (dApps), and blockchain-based systems.

.locker is a two-part solution that offers a Web2 domain name along with a corresponding digital identity. For example, the domain name john.locker would also have a corresponding john.locker Web3 digital identity.

.locker is a solution that is ideal for Web3-curious and Web3-ready users who want to have the full functionality of their domain name (website, email) combined with access to Web3 applications. These applications can include (but are not limited to) decentralized finance protocols, crypto asset management apps, and Web3 social networks.

.locker is overseen by Orange Domains, a joint venture between Trust Machines, Hiro, DISH Network (an EchoStar company), and Tucows Inc - powerhouses in the Bitcoin network and Web2 domain name ecosystem.

Though both a domain name and a Web3 digital identity are human-readable addresses mapping to unique, complex alpha-numeric internet resources, in Web2 domain names typically represent a website or a web service. In Web3, digital identities typically represent authentication and transaction signing when using decentralized applications (dApps).

Your .locker domain name serves as the foundation for establishing your presence on the internet though a website, custom email address, redirect, or subdomains.

Your .locker Web3 digital identity serves as your gateway into Web3. It gives you access to compatible decentralized applications including Web3 social apps while allowing you to participate in decentralized finance platforms, verify credentials and identity, and resolve transactions to a compatible digital wallet.

For your domain name, please contact your registrar of record where your domain is currently managed.

For your .locker Web3 identity, we have partnered with Orange Domains. Please contact them at help@my.locker for all Web3 identity support-related issues.

A Web3 digital wallet is a digital application that allows users to securely store, send, and receive cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, as well as other crypto-related assets. A wallet stores the private keys required to access and manage one's holdings.

Yes, because your Web3 identity is minted on the Bitcoin blockchain as an NFT, it must reside in a digital wallet. If you already have a Bitcoin-compatible wallet, you can use it for your .locker Web3 digital identity. If you do not have a Bitcoin-compatible wallet, Orange Domains will walk you through setting up and using your first wallet.

.locker domains and their corresponding Web3 digital identities can be renewed at your registrar of record (where your domain is currently managed). Renewing your domain name will also renew the corresponding Web3 digital identity.

Yes. Your domain name can be sold or transferred to another person like any domain name. Once a registrant email is changed through a sale or transfer, a new corresponding and updated Web3 digital identity will be issued.