pubky-knowledge-base/pkarr/Why Pkarr?.md

This note explores the motivation behind Pkarr, addressing the challenges of distributed semantics, databases, and discovery.

Distributed Semantics

Pkarr aims to develop interoperable semantics for verifiable metadata about public keys, forming a digital identity with reputation, social graph, credentials, and more.

Distributed Databases

The system supports a host-agnostic database essential for an open web, moving away from walled gardens.

Distributed Discovery

Addressing distributed discovery first helps solve the most pressing issues and provides a foundation for solving the others.

Leveraging Pkarr

Pkarr addresses unavailability, [[censorship ]], deplatforming, and key management with minimal effort, leveraging existing technologies like Mainline DHT and web servers.