Before people commit to naming a star, they tend to ask the same handful of questions — usually because the idea sounds slightly too good to be entirely real. Here are straight answers to the ones that come up most.
"Is it an actual, real star?"
Yes. Every star available through Galaxiana corresponds to a real position in the night sky, with real coordinates. Naming it attaches a personal name to that position — it doesn't change the star's scientific designation, but it does give you something genuine to point to.
"Does the name appear anywhere official, like with astronomers?"
No — and any service that claims otherwise isn't being straight with you. What you're buying is a personal dedication: a certificate, a star map, and a permanent record that you can keep and share. It's a meaningful keepsake, not an entry in a scientific register.
"What do you actually receive?"
- A digital certificate with the star's name and your message
- A printable star map showing exactly where it sits in the sky
- A permanent, shareable link
"How much does it cost, and is it worth it?"
Dedications start at $34.99, with a $49.99 option that includes additional certificate features. Whether it's "worth it" depends on what you're comparing it to — but as a gift that doesn't wilt, break, or get returned, it tends to outperform most things in that price range.
"Who is it actually for?"
Anyone you'd want to give something permanent to — partners, parents, friends, new babies, people you've lost. The honest answer is: it works best when the relationship is real, and the message is too.