The Internet is broken – and we are using it to access and distribute all of human knowledge. Data monopolies hold and enclose upon personal & public datasets, threatening universal access. To tackle this problem, between 2013 and 2015 we performed a series of design & development sprints in collaboration with researchers, librarians, and civic technologists working to preserve the digital knowledge commons. Out of this research we built Dat, a distributed ledger & peer-to-peer data sharing toolkit.
The Dat Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating open-source tools for data sharing and collaboration. It focuses on developing the Dat protocol, a decentralized data sharing protocol that allows for secure, efficient, and scalable data transfer and synchronization across the web. The foundation aims to empower individuals and organizations by providing them with the tools to share and access data freely, without the constraints of centralized platforms.
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A decentralized data sharing protocol that enables secure and efficient data transfer and synchronization.
A scalable, append-only log that is used for building peer-to-peer applications.
A file sharing network built on top of Hypercore, allowing for fast and secure file sharing.
An experimental browser for exploring and building peer-to-peer websites with Dat.
A strong community of developers and users contributing to the ecosystem and supporting each other.
All tools and protocols developed by the Dat Foundation are open source, encouraging collaboration and innovation.
Promotes a decentralized web, reducing reliance on centralized servers and services.
Ensures data integrity and authenticity through cryptographic verification.
Designed to handle large datasets and high numbers of users efficiently.
Focuses on user privacy, with tools designed to protect user data and anonymity.
To empower individuals and organizations by providing open-source tools for decentralized data sharing and collaboration.
The Dat Foundation has a vibrant community of contributors and users who are passionate about decentralization and open-source technology.
The foundation is funded through donations, grants, and sponsorships from individuals and organizations that support its mission.
In addition to the Dat protocol, the foundation supports various projects and tools that contribute to the decentralized web ecosystem.
Works with other organizations and projects in the decentralized web space to promote interoperability and shared standards.
Security headers report is a very important part of user data protection. Learn more about http headers for dat.foundation