Add the option to upload profile pictures (PFP) to Decentraland Names

by 0x0636211443e91468ee3657e1d7faede7059c4843 (Brewery)

Linked Draft Proposal

Add the option to upload profile pictures (PFP) to Decentraland Names

Summary

Add customizable PFPs and attach social detail to Decentraland Names.

Abstract

Personalisation of Decentraland Names is key - right now it can be hard for a Name to stand out with every NFT displaying the same generic background.

Motivation

Currently, on the Decentraland Marketplace, Names appear on a grey background in white font with no option of customisation - allowing custom PFP's adds an additional layer of uniqueness to every Name. This simple yet effective option will help highlight and distinguish one Name from another whilst adding further utility and awareness.

Specification

ENS allows users to add many social links to individual domains, Decentraland should be no different. Linking social details to specific Names will help users get in contact when collaborating/negotiating.

Users could personalise their Names so they are easier to recognise or to display their hobbies/passions. Companies, businesses and brands would be able to display logos/slogans etc to their corresponding Name. Additionally, this could make it easier to differentiate specific names when browsing Names for sale.

Impacts

This proposal would collectively benefit every current & future owner of Decentraland Names with the additional utility of personalisation. Also, this will help Names stand out when viewing on the Decentraland Marketplace and other Marketplaces like Opensea.

Implementation Pathways

Decentraland Names leverages ENS as subdomains of parent domain, dcl.eth. ENS have these features by default, with the option to upload a custom Avatar and more (PFP) to your ENS NFT's.

Conclusion

Decentraland Names will no longer be dull and grey - The future is bright!

Vote on this proposal on the Decentraland DAO