alephiSocial
A cryptographic solution for free speech and social media built on blockchain technology.
Our decentralized platform ensures complete P2P communication with permanent content storage and true freedom of expression.
Redefining Social Media
True Decentralization
alephiSocial is a completely peer-to-peer platform that eliminates central authority. Your content is stored permanently on the blockchain, ensuring it can never be censored or removed.
Multi-Layer Architecture
Built on Alephium as Layer 1 with Polygon as a Layer 2 solution and Irys as a Layer 1 datachain, our platform combines the best of blockchain technologies for optimal performance, cost-efficiency, and permanent storage. We also offer free uploads up to 77MB through our centralized Digital Ocean storage system.
The alephiSocial interface with Astral Plane and storage options
Platform Architecture
alephiSocial leverages a sophisticated multi-layer blockchain architecture to deliver a seamless, decentralized social experience.
alephiSocial Platform Architecture
Layer 1: Alephium
Our foundation layer using the ACYUM token for transaction fees. Handles user authentication, basic data storage, and transaction processing.
Layer 2: Polygon
L2 scaling solution that reduces transaction costs and integrates with MetaMask for familiar wallet functionality. Polygon enhances Ethereum's capabilities with faster and cheaper transactions.
Irys Datachain
Irys is a Layer 1 datachain that provides permanent storage for media content using MATIC token for storage fees. In alephiSocial's implementation, Irys transactions are held inside Alephium posts, ensuring content permanence and security.
Digital Ocean Storage
For users who prefer not to pay blockchain fees, we offer free uploads up to 77MB through our centralized Digital Ocean storage system. This provides:
- Free Storage: Upload content up to 77MB without any blockchain transaction fees
- Quick Access: Faster retrieval times compared to blockchain storage
- Seamless Integration: Works with all content types including Proxima videos
- Optional Permanence: Users can later choose to migrate important content to Irys for permanent storage
Platform Features
alephiSocial offers a comprehensive suite of features designed for the decentralized web.
Multiple Content Types
Share text, photos, videos, songs, and 7-second Proxima videos. Free uploads up to 77MB via our Digital Ocean storage.
Encrypted Chat
Secure, end-to-end encrypted communication built on the Alephium user system.
Permanent Storage
All content posted to alephiSocial is permanently stored and cannot be censored.
News Integration
Access content from trustworthy news sources directly within the platform.
Eco-Friendly
Built on energy-efficient blockchain technologies for minimal environmental impact.
Wallet Integration
Connect your Alephium wallet and MetaMask for seamless transactions.
Proxima 7s Videos
Create short-form 'proxies' with our Vine-like feature. Hold to record, release to see ghost onion skin frames for perfect transitions.
Token Economics
alephiSocial operates on a multi-token system that powers our decentralized ecosystem.
YUM
on Alephium
Primary utility token used for transaction fees on the platform. Required for posting content to the Alephium database.
MATIC
on Polygon
Used for storage fees on the Irys network. Enables permanent storage of media content with reduced transaction costs on the Polygon network.
ALPH
on Alephium
Native token of the Alephium blockchain. Required for gas fees when executing transactions on the Alephium network, including posting content and user authentication.
ETH
on Ethereum
Needed for gas fees when using Polygon and other Ethereum-based services. Required for interacting with the Polygon network.
Fee Structure
| Content Type | Primary Storage | Fee Token | Relative Fee Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Text Posts | Alephium DB | YUM + ALPH (gas) | Lowest |
| Photos | Irys / Digital Ocean | YUM + ALPH (gas) + MATIC + ETH (gas) / Free* | Medium / Free* |
| Videos | Irys / Digital Ocean | YUM + ALPH (gas) + MATIC + ETH (gas) / Free* | High / Free* |
| Audio/Songs | Irys / Digital Ocean | YUM + ALPH (gas) + MATIC + ETH (gas) / Free* | Medium-High / Free* |
| Proxima (7s Videos) | Irys / Digital Ocean | YUM + ALPH (gas) + MATIC + ETH (gas) / Free* | Medium / Free* |
* Free for uploads up to 77MB using our Digital Ocean storage option. Content stored on Digital Ocean is not guaranteed the same permanence as blockchain storage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Learn more about alephiSocial and how it works.
What is alephiSocial?
alephiSocial is a decentralized social media platform that is completely peer-to-peer. It allows users to share various types of content that are permanently stored on the blockchain.
How is it different from traditional social media?
Unlike traditional platforms, alephiSocial is fully decentralized with no central authority. Content cannot be censored or removed, and users maintain complete control over their data.
What types of content can I share?
You can share text posts, photos, videos, songs/audio, and 7-second Proxima videos. Each content type has a different fee structure based on storage requirements. For uploads up to 77MB, you can use our free Digital Ocean storage option without paying blockchain fees.
What is the Proxima feature?
Proxima is our Vine-like feature for creating 7-second video clips called "proxies." The intuitive interface lets you hold down to record and release to see ghost onion skin frames, making it easy to create seamless transitions between shots. Proxima videos can be stored either on the blockchain via Irys or on our free Digital Ocean storage.
Ready to Join the Decentralized Social Revolution?
Experience true freedom of expression and content permanence on alephiSocial.