STORJ is a protocol designed to let users share data without relying on third-party storage providers. As a result, any data kept on STORJ cannot be censored or monitored by anyone. STORJ is the first network to apply blockchain technology to help protect users’ data.

How does it work?

To store a file on Storj, you split it into shards. Each shard is a small portion of an encrypted file. These shards are distributed across computers worldwide. Only the file owner can access the data-no one else can view it, even in encrypted form. The data owner controls the encryption key, which in turn determines who can access the information. The owner can also specify details about how the file is sharded and where the resulting shards are placed within the network.

File storage is handled through contracts. A contract is a data structure that defines how data owners and farmers interact. It includes everything each node needs to establish the relationship, transfer the data, run and respond to audits over time, and settle or arbitrate payments.

Compared with cloud storage built around data centers, STORJ offers a number of benefits. Client-side encryption can be used to maintain data security. Data stored across the network is built to be resistant to censorship, interference, and access by unauthorized parties.

STORJ is still under development, and additional capabilities will be introduced in later versions.