Storj (STORJ) is a decentralized cloud storage platform that allows users to rent out their excess storage space and earn cryptocurrency in return.
Storj provids a secure, private, and cost-effective alternative to traditional cloud storage solutions by leveraging blockchain technology and a distributed network of nodes. It facilitates data storage, retrieval, and sharing in a decentralized and encrypted manner.
A decentralized storage
Storj uses end-to-end encryption to ensure that data remains secure and private during storage and transfer. Only the data owner holds the encryption keys.
Data uploaded to the Storj network is split into smaller pieces (shards) and distributed across multiple nodes. This enhances data security and redundancy. Data is encrypted on the user’s device before it’s uploaded to the network, ensuring that only the user has access to the decryption keys.
Storj originally used the Counterparty protocol with SJCX tokens. However, the project migrated to the Ethereum blockchain and the native STORJ token.
STORJ tokens are used for payments within the Storj ecosystem. Users pay for storage and bandwidth using STORJ tokens, and node operators are rewarded with tokens for providing storage.
Users who provide storage space to the network are rewarded with STORJ tokens. This incentivizes participation and contributes to the availability of storage resources.
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