Derek Ross on Nostr: Karnage is absolutely 100% correct here and I say this as the very first person to ...

Karnage is absolutely 100% correct here and I say this as the very first person to setup a Nostr address service probit in December 2022.

You don't need a Nostr address. You don't need to purchase one from me or any other provider. Though, Nostr addresses are nice to help you be found and identified in a human readable format.

(I'll help you setup your own if you have a domain and website! DM me!)

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PSA: you don’t need to get “verified” on nostr.

If anyone says otherwise and shares a link or asks for money - it’s a scam.

You CAN purchase a neat vanity nostr address but it’s totally optional. You can also get one for free - optional as well.

There’s no significant benefit to it other than sharing a shorter address with people - easier to find.

It can help identify real person from impersonator but mostly only if you’re well known already and tend to get impersonated often.

Cheers and GN! 👋 😴