How — To Buy Your Own Star

Access to an to help you locate the star in the night sky. Important Realities

Because these registries are private, different companies could "sell" the same star to multiple people. how to buy your own star

Decide on the name you want to register and a significant date (such as a birthday or anniversary) to be printed on the certificate. Access to an to help you locate the star in the night sky

Professional astronomers and NASA will not use your chosen name. They will continue to refer to the star by its scientific designation (e.g., HD 189733). Professional astronomers and NASA will not use your

If you simply want to find a star to dedicate to someone without the paperwork, you can use free tools like Stellarium or Google Sky to pick a coordinate and "claim" it in your own heart.

A pair of stars that appear to revolve around each other.

Select a reputable commercial registry. Popular options include the International Star Registry (ISR) , which has been operating since 1979, Star Registration , or Star Name Registry.