DApp (Decentralized Application)
An app that runs on a blockchain instead of company servers. No single company controls it, and it can't be shut down easily.
Example
Using Uniswap to trade - even if their website went down, the trading contracts would still work.
Tools & Protocols
⚖️DApp vs Traditional App
| Feature | d App | traditional |
|---|---|---|
| Backend | Blockchain/smart contracts | Company servers |
| Data | On-chain (transparent) | Private databases |
| Downtime | Only if blockchain stops | Company controls |
| Login | Wallet connection | Email/password |
🚀Getting Started
- 1Get a wallet (MetaMask, Rainbow)
- 2Connect to dApps by clicking 'Connect Wallet'
- 3Approve transactions in your wallet
- 4Always verify you're on the official site