7 ways to access your Handshake domain
NextDNS
NextDNS is a Domain Name System (DNS) service that can be used to access Handshake domains.Onceyou have this service set up on your device, go to your settings and turn on the option to "ResolveHandshake domains" Check out this video for step-by-step instructions.
HNS.to
Simply enter vour site address in the search bar at the top of the HNS to page to access a Handshakedomain. Alternatively, you can affix "hns.to/" directly before your site address. This easy, convenientoption requires no changes to your current DNS settings.
Browser extensions
A number of developers have created browser extensions that allow users to access Handshakeseamlessly. Options include Bob Wallet and LinkFrame, both of which are available for Chrome. ForFirefox, an add-on called Resolvr is available.
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HDNS.io
With HDNS, you can access Handshake websites directly in your browser using an encrypted DNSprotocol, which helps to protect against DNS spying and tampering. This is a public resolver option, andthere's no signup process required. You'll still be able to access regular sites as well, like Google,YouTube, etc. To use HDNS, you'll need to change the DNS server settings on your computer. Simpleeasy-to-follow instructions are provided here.
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HSD/HDNS node
The Handshake software's full node (HSD) is a great option for managing a Handshake domain. HSD actsas a resolver and allows you to register, update, and transfer names or make blockchain payments.Another option is the software's light client (HNSD), which is better suited to those who just want to beable to resolve Handshake names without using the computing power reguired to run the full node.
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VPN
Some VPN services also include an option to resolve Handshake domains. For example, VPN users maybe able to switch their selected name server to Handshake Naming System instead of the default domainname system. If you're already a VPN user, check to see if this is an option your service provides.
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Fingertip
Developed by lmpervious, Fingertip is an open source, lightweight Handshake resolver. In addition toHNS, Fingertip also provides simple access to external namespaces like ENS. The menubar app isavailable for both Mac and Windows and is easy to set up.
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