> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://snowball-mns.gitbook.io/snowball/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://snowball-mns.gitbook.io/snowball/modular-naming-service-mns/identity-management-system/claiming-identity-ens-sns....md).

# Claiming Identity (ENS, SNS...)

MNS allows you to **re-claim** any ENS domain you own without purchasing a separate name. During this process, the MNS system checks on-chain ownership to verify you truly own the ENS domain, then transfers your recognized domain into MNS under the same wallet address.

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### **Connect Your Wallet and Switch to Ethereum**

* On the MNS Home page, ensure your **wallet** is connected and **Ethereum** is selected as the network.
* Ensure you connect **the same wallet** that currently holds the ENS domain you want to claim.
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### **Enter Domain in Search**

* Start typing the ENS domain you own in the search bar.
* A dropdown displays up to **3 search results** matching your text and a **“See all results”** option.
* Review the Dropdown
  * The system shows a 100% discount label if you own the ENS domain.
  * Click an **Available** name → goes to the **Reclaim ENS** page (if it’s an ENS domain you own) or standard **Registration** page (if you don’t own it).
  * Click a **Taken** name → goes to the **Identity Details** page (read-only).
  * Click **“See all results”** → opens the **Search** page, where you’ll find more results.
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### Verifying ENS Ownership for Discounts

* MNS verifies on-chain that your **connected wallet** is the **Owner** of the ENS domain.
* If you qualify, you’ll see **100% Off** on the search results and a **0 ETH** price at checkout.
* Click on an **Available** ENS domain you own; you’ll see the **Reclaim ENS** page

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**Ownership Limitations**

* **Exclusive** MNS identities are **not** eligible for the free ENS re-claim discount.
* **ENS domain owners can claim for free only once.** Any renewal or second attempt uses **full** MNS pricing.
* If your ENS domain registration has **already expired** on Ethereum, standard MNS pricing applies.
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### Reclaiming ENS Domain

**Registration Period**

* ENS owners get **6 months** automatically (free).
* This duration is **fixed** (cannot be changed).

**Check Availability**

* After verifying ownership and the domain’s active status, click **“Check Availability.”**
* If successful, you’ll see a **“Claim”** button.

**Confirm & Claim**

* Click **“Claim.”** Approve the transaction in your wallet.
* If successful, a **“Congratulations”** window appears, confirming your identity is now on MNS.
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### Post-Claim Actions

* Learn More about Rewards System and Flakes: [Rewards & Gamification](/snowball/programs-and-gamification/rewards-and-gamification.md)
  * Claim your Reward for ENS Claiming
  * Share New Identity in X and earn Flakes
* Configure your Identity
  * [Add Addresses and TXT records](/snowball/modular-naming-service-mns/identity-data-management.md)
  * Set NFT Avatar
  * Add email
* Get Reputation Score for your wallet or identity with [Reputation Scoring System](/snowball/modular-naming-service-mns/reputation-scoring-system.md).
* Get your Referral Code and participate in MNS Referral Programs: [Referral & Affiliate Systems](/snowball/programs-and-gamification/referral-and-affiliate-systems.md).
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