NamedLight Blog

Star naming isn't officially recognized, and any honest registry will say so. Here's exactly what you get, and why it still makes a meaningful, lasting gift.

Not all star registries work the same way. Here's what separates a credible registry from a hollow one, and what to look for before you spend your money.

Naming a star is simpler than it sounds. Here's exactly how the process works, from choosing your package to receiving your certificate.

Buying a star means registering a real catalogued star under a name you choose. Here's what it actually means, what to look for, and how NamedLight does it.

Star naming packages range from $19.99 to $39.99 depending on the brightness of the star and what’s included. Here’s exactly what you get at each price point.

NASA doesn't sell star names or run a star registry. Here's what NASA actually does, what official star naming looks like, and what your real options are.

A star registry lets you give a real catalogued star a name of your choosing. Here's how registries work, what to look for, and what a registration includes.

Not all star naming services are the same. Here's what separates them, what to ask before you buy, and how NamedLight answers each question.

Is buying a star a scam? The honest answer depends on what you expect. Here's what you're actually getting, what you're not, and how to spot a legitimate registry.

Yes -- and more people do it than you might expect. Here's what it means to name a star after yourself and why it makes more sense than it sounds.