Phantom Wallet Introduce Usernames

Phantom Wallet have introduced usernames to their platform, allowing the creation of identities, syncing accounts, and sending crypto between Phantom users with ease.

Create your own identity

The idea is to make web3 as user-friendly as web2 platforms by giving users the option to express themselves, identify others, and show a bit of personality through the ability to go by a custom username, rather than a complex wallet address. Users can customise their name, avatars, and more across all devices with synced settings that will reflect on both mobile and browser. 

Add friends as contacts

With Phantom's in-app address book, users can add friends as contacts by username, rather than wallet addresses, making it easier for users to find them to send and receive crypto.

Privacy first

Usernames are completely optional, meaning users can continue to use Phantom as they already do without creating a custom username. Those who do want to try usernames can choose any public address to be associated with their username, and can choose which wallets they want to sync across devices (these are never exposed to the public). Seed phrases and private keys are never synced to their username.

When do users get access?

Phantom plan to roll out usernames over the coming days, based on when users joined Phantom, with OGs getting early access. Users will be notified by a banner in-app when they're eligible, with an official link to claim. 

Usernames are a new way for users to interact with Phantom, and users can expect more features that make crypto more personalized and social in the near future.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is NOT financial advice.