> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.namespace.ninja/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Quickstart

> Get started with Namespace subnames.

## Introduction

Namespace provides Subname infrastructure and developer tools for teams to easily build on top of ENS. Namespace allows you to create and manage ENS subnames both offchain and onchain.

## Start building

Choose your integration path based on your needs.

<Tip>
  Audience: Developers. For a high-level overview and model selection (Offchain vs L2 vs L1), see <a href="/getting-started">
  Getting started</a>
</Tip>

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  <Card title="Offchain Subnames" icon="cloud" iconType="regular" href="/developer-guide/guide/create-offchain-subnames">
    Gasless, instant, flexible. Parent name owner retains control and ownership over subnames. Easy to implement and manage via API or SDK.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Onchain Subnames" icon="square-code" href="/developer-guide/guide/mint-l1-l2-subnames">
    Minted onchain as NFTs, on Ethereum or supported L2s (Base and Optimism). Offer more decentralization and ownership rights.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Build with AI

Use AI to build with Namespace quickly.

<Card title="Use AI to build on ENS" icon="sparkles" href="/developer-guide/ai-development">
  Leverage AI to set up your environment and build your ENS integration.
</Card>

## Namespace Products

Easily mint and manage Onchain or Offchain subnames **without having to write code.**

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  <Card title="Namespace App" icon="desktop" href="/user-guide/app">
    Mint and manage ENS subnames on L1 or L2 (Base and Optimism) through our app. Set up custom pricing rules for subnames, add whitelists, reservations, or token-gating without writing code.
  </Card>

  <Card title="Offchain (Namespace App)" icon="cloud" href="/user-guide/dev-portal">
    Create and manage ENS Subnames offchain through the Namespace App. Add custom records, update the resolver contract, create API keys, and easily implement Subname registrations in your app.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Dev resources

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  <Card title="See sample projects" icon="folder-open" iconType="regular" href="/developer-guide/guide">
    Use our tutorials and guides to get started integrating Namespace.
  </Card>

  <Card title="API Reference" icon="book" iconType="regular" href="/api-reference/introduction">
    Explore our complete API documentation for all endpoints and parameters.
  </Card>

  <Card title="SDK Reference" icon="code" iconType="regular" href="developer-guide/sdks/introduction">
    Detailed documentation for our JavaScript SDKs and integration examples.
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

<Card title="Namespace Builder TG" icon="telegram" iconType="regular" horizontal href="https://t.me/+OsziFgfuZz03NjEy">
  Join the Namespace Builders group on Telegram
</Card>

## Community

Join our vibrant community to discuss ideas, get support, and collaborate:

* [Twitter / X](https://x.com/namespace_eth)
* [GitHub](https://github.com/thenamespace)
* [Blog](https://www.namespace.ninja/blog)
* [Discord](https://discord.gg/W5pgT3wsnv)
* [Telegram (Builders)](https://t.me/+5FAwyiKOTeswNTIy)

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