What is DNS?

The Domain Name System (DNS) is the backbone of the internet, translating human-readable domain names (like example.com) into IP addresses that computers use to connect to websites. It’s the system that powers your everyday web browsing, managed by centralized registrars.

While DNS domains are widely known for their simplicity and familiarity, they operate outside the blockchain ecosystem, which means transactions and ownership rely on trust in third-party services.

How Web3 Domains Differ
In contrast, Web3 domains, like those on ENS (Ethereum Name Service), operate on the blockchain. They offer decentralized ownership and added functionality, such as linking to crypto wallets and NFTs. Web3 domains eliminate reliance on intermediaries, providing trustless, transparent, and secure transactions.

Why This Partnership Matters
With Afternic, we’re bringing traditional Web2 domains onto Vision.io, bridging the gap between DNS and blockchain-based domains. For the first time, you can explore and trade DNS domains alongside your favorite Web3 assets in one seamless marketplace.


Whether you're a traditional domainer or a Web3 enthusiast, Vision.io is now your ultimate platform for exploring, managing, and trading domains of all kinds.

ALL Domains.
ONE Marketplace.

Start exploring the newly integrated DNS domains here.