What is Handshake?

Handshake is an innovative peer-to-peer naming protocol designed to function in a decentralized and permissionless environment, granting individuals the authority to verify and manage the root DNS naming zone, thus offering a viable substitute for conventional certificate authorities and naming systems. In today's digital ecosystem, internet identifiers like top-level domains and social media usernames largely rely on centralized organizations that maintain total oversight over a system presumed to be trustworthy, which brings with it vulnerabilities related to hacking, censorship, and misuse. By implementing advanced techniques, Handshake aims to bolster the security, durability, and societal benefits of the internet through a user-validated network, marking a crucial transition from centralized control to a more distributed model. This movement not only tackles the limitations of centralized internet services that have prevailed since the 1990s but also aspires to restore the foundational concept of a decentralized internet, where governance is shared among its users instead of being monopolized by a select few. As such, Handshake stands as a significant endeavor in defining the future landscape of internet governance and empowering users, while encouraging broader participation in the maintenance of digital naming systems.

Pricing

Price Starts At:
Free
Free Version:
Free Version available.

Screenshots and Video

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Company Facts

Company Name:
Handshake
Company Website:
handshake.org

Product Details

Deployment
Windows
Training Options
Documentation Hub
Support
Web-Based Support

Product Details

Target Company Sizes
Individual
1-10
11-50
51-200
201-500
501-1000
1001-5000
5001-10000
10001+
Target Organization Types
Mid Size Business
Small Business
Enterprise
Freelance
Nonprofit
Government
Startup
Supported Languages
English

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