Welcome to Nostr
The open social network for "literally" everyone.
What is Nostr?
Nostr is a protocol, not a platform or an app. This means that users can pick and choose which clients (apps) to use and which relays (servers) they wish to connect to.
Nostr uses encryption to validate content authors. This means that there is no centralized account system. We use public & private keys to sign our content when we post. Do not confuse this with blockchain technology.
Nostr stands for "Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays".
Read more about the protocol here.
Apps
You are using one right now! You just haven't signed in yet to see the actual application. Scroll to the top to do that.
A rich app ecosystem for Nostr. Anyone can build an app for the protocol that fits their needs. This is the best option for users as everyone has their own style. Another benifit is that you can use multiple apps with the same account.
Since there are many apps for Nostr it allows developers to focus on building certain experiences. Some apps may offer features that others don't, such as direct messages, content viewing methods, etc. You are allowed to choose how you want to interact with Nostr.
Pick One
Here are a list of (trusted) apps that work with Nostr. Pick one that fits you.
Relays
Relays are points of connection, a server. They allow you to read events (content) and write to it depending on it's configuration. Some may be read only, others may require some sort of payment to use. Some may simply clone other relays.
Relays allow for specific needs and niches. You can host your own relay for your club or community (such as gaming, art, sciences, etc.) Or you can build your own relay with your own logic that dictates who can access what and how. This is great for all kinds of use cases for a range of users from individuals to businesses.