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If you proceed with a commercial gift, compare providers based on the "extras" they offer: Rules to Name a Star - IAU Office for Astronomy Outreach

However, you can purchase a "star naming gift" from private companies. These services provide a symbolic dedication that is recorded in their private registers rather than in any official scientific database. 1. Choose Your Approach buy a real star

Best for a romantic or memorial gift. You receive a certificate and coordinates, but the name is only recognized by that specific company. If you proceed with a commercial gift, compare