PeerName: Surf Blockchain-Based Domains

Name: PeerName: Surf Blockchain-Based Domains
Rating: 4.434 (53 reviews)
Author: John Galt

By: John Galt

Enables the resolving of Dot-BIT domains by Namecoin. Also .emc, .coin, .lib and .bazar domains by EmerCoin.

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Surf Blockchain-Based Domains is a Chrome extension that enables easy resolving of decentralized domains such as .bit, .emc, .coin, .lib, and .bazar. Leveraging cryptocurrencies Namecoin and EmerCoin, this domain system uses Bitcoin blockchain technology to ensure domains cannot be censored or seized. It supports resolution of Namecoin-hosted .bit domains and EmerCoin-based .emc, .coin, .lib, and .bazar domains. Users benefit from a censorship-resistant DNS alternative. Known limitations include server directives returning full URLs due to browser proxy usage, a six-hour caching period for nameservers and IPs, and currently no support for HTTPS connections. This extension is ideal for users looking to access decentralized domain names reliably within their Chrome browser.

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Version:

2.0 Last updated: 2019-12-05

Version code:

4918394

Creation date:

2017-06-24

Risk:

Permissions:

proxy
*://*.peername.org/*
*://*.bit/*
*://*.emc/*
*://*.coin/*
*://*.lib/*
*://*.bazar/*

Size:

14.62KB

Email:

of*****@peername.com

URLs:

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Full description:

Source:

Firefox Add-ons Store

Data ingested on:

2026-06-20

Compare stats and ranking:

Ranking

# 5,403 ▼ 66

Other rankings

#7 in blockchain keyword 13

#11 in domain keyword 26

#16 in base keyword 14

#26 in cryptocurrency keyword 5 ▼ 1

#38 in name keyword 18

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Developed by:

John Galt

Firefox Add-ons Store

https://addons.mozilla.org/firefox/addon/peername/

Email:

of*****@peername.com

Website:

https://peername.com/

User Reviews

Users appreciate the PeerName add-on and find it generally good or excellent, indicating a positive reception. However, multiple reviews highlight significant issues such as HTTPS problems and trust or error messages preventing proper use. Users are awaiting solutions for these problems to improve functionality and user trust.

Pros

Users generally like the add-on, with multiple comments indicating it is good or excellent.
Positive feedback is given in various languages, reflecting a diverse user base.
Users appreciate the functionality or purpose of the add-on.

Cons

HTTPS is not working properly, affecting user experience.
There are error or trust issues needing resolution for the add-on to work correctly.
Some users report that the add-on does not work as expected.

Recent reviews

"HTTPS is not working. We are searching for the solution" — and we, the users, are waiting for it.

by Ko*****, 2022-06-23

by Pj*****, 2022-01-09

Were good

by Ho*****, 2020-12-20

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Is PeerName: Surf Blockchain-Based Domains Safe?

Risk impact

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PeerName: Surf Blockchain-Based Domains requires very minimum permissions.

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PeerName: Surf Blockchain-Based Domains has earned a fairly good reputation and likely can be trusted.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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