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Difference Between Web2 Domains and Web3 Domains

Created by Endless Support, Modified on Fri, 31 Oct, 2025 at 12:30 PM by Endless Support

Feature

Web2 Domains

Web3 Domains

Ownership

Rented from registrars 

Owned permanently via blockchain

Control

Managed by ICANN / central authorities

Controlled by you on-chain

Usage

Websites, emails

Payments, identity, decentralized websites

Renewal Fees

Annual renewals

One-time purchase (usually no renewal)*

Storage

Centralized servers

Decentralized blockchain networks



Renewals are generally required on certain premium Web3 TLDs like .eth

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