How to Launch your Web3 Website on TON

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The Open Network (TON) is a blockchain platform that supports Web3 applications, including decentralized websites hosted on its infrastructure. Launching a Web3 website on TON involves acquiring a .ton domain, configuring a wallet for blockchain interactions, hosting content through decentralized methods, and ensuring user accessibility.

Obtaining a .ton Domain

TON operates a domain name system that provides .ton domains—human-readable addresses linked to blockchain elements such as smart contracts, wallets, or decentralized websites. The registration process integrates with TON’s decentralized environment and includes the following steps:

  1. Visit the TON domain registry or a supported third-party platform to begin.
  2. Connect a TON-compatible wallet to manage blockchain transactions.
  3. Check the availability of the desired .ton domain using the registry’s search function.
  4. Register the domain with Toncoin ($TON), TON’s native cryptocurrency, via a smart contract transaction if available.
  5. Configure the domain to connect to a Web3 website through a hosting solution or smart contract.

This process ties the domain efficiently into TON’s ecosystem.

Configuring a TON Wallet

A wallet is necessary to interact with the TON blockchain, enabling domain registrations, smart contract deployments, and transaction management. The setup process includes:

  1. Select a TON-compatible wallet, such as Tonkeeper or MyTonWallet, based on specific needs.
  2. Download and install the wallet software, then create a new wallet or import an existing one.
  3. Securely store the seed phrase generated during setup as a recovery mechanism.
  4. Deposit $TON into the wallet, obtained via a cryptocurrency exchange or peer-to-peer transfer.

This prepares the wallet for full engagement with TON’s features.

Hosting a Web3 Website on TON

TON utilizes decentralized hosting methods instead of traditional centralized servers, offering options suited to various website requirements. These methods include:

TON Storage

A peer-to-peer network for hosting static content.

  • Install the TON Storage client software.
  • Upload files such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and media.
  • Obtain a cryptographic hash identifying the content.
  • Link the hash to the .ton domain for access.

Smart Contracts

Used for dynamic website functionality.

  • Write code using TON-specific languages like FunC or Tact.
  • Compile the code into an executable format.
  • Deploy it to the TON blockchain using a wallet or development tools.
  • Set the .ton domain to resolve to the contract.

TON Sites

A framework for static or semi-dynamic websites.

  • Prepare files for deployment.
  • Upload them to the TON Sites network.
  • Connect the .ton domain to the hosted content.

These options—TON Storage, smart contracts, and TON Sites—provide flexibility within TON’s infrastructure.

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Ensuring Accessibility of the Website

Since .ton domains are not recognized by standard DNS systems, specific tools are required to access TON-based websites. Available methods include:

  • TON-compatible browsers, such as Tonkeeper Browser, which natively support .ton domains.
  • Browser extensions, such as the TON Wallet extension, which allow standard browsers to resolve .ton domains.
  • Web gateways, such as ton.surf, which enable access through conventional browsers without additional setup.
  • Custom DNS resolvers, configurable by advanced users to recognize .ton domains.
  • TON proxy services, which offer decentralized access by bypassing traditional DNS.

These tools ensure .ton websites are accessible to users of varying technical skill levels.

Security Measures

Securing a Web3 website on TON requires protecting its components across multiple aspects. Key measures include:

For Smart Contracts

  • Conduct audits to detect and resolve code vulnerabilities.
  • Use pre-verified templates to minimize errors.
  • Implement access control mechanisms to block unauthorized changes.

For .ton Domains

  • Verify configuration for correct resolution.
  • Apply multi-signature authentication to strengthen ownership security.

For TON Wallet

  • Store private keys in a hardware wallet or secure offline environment.
  • Enable two-factor authentication for additional protection.
  • Keep the seed phrase and private keys confidential.

For TON Storage

  • Encrypt sensitive files prior to upload.
  • Distribute files across multiple nodes to prevent data loss.
  • Confirm integrity with cryptographic hashes.

Links

  1. Wallets on TON
  2. TON Storage Technical Guide
  3. TON Sites Deployment Overview
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