# Basenames

rotki decodes Basenames registrations and name transfers on Base, and resolves Basenames alongside ENS so your addresses display with human-readable names.

## Features

- Basenames registration events decoded.
- Basenames transfers decoded as name-transfer events.
- Basenames resolution - addresses display their Basenames alongside ENS.

## Setup

1. In rotki, add your Base address. Basenames activity and resolution are automatic.
2. Open History → wait for the initial sync to complete. Protocol events appear once your transactions are decoded.

## FAQ

### How does rotki resolve Basenames?

rotki is a local application that resolves Basenames by talking directly to the Base RPC endpoint you configure - the public default, a third-party provider, or your own node. The lookup goes from your computer to that endpoint without passing through any rotki-operated server or centralised name service.

### Are Basenames renewals tracked?

Not currently. rotki decodes Basenames registrations and name transfers today; renewal events are not yet recognised on Base.