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Buoy is an operating system that transforms ordinary devices into reliable distributed network servers.
Buoy makes it easier for communities to create and manage their own local-first communications infrastructure. Instead of relying on centralized cloud infrastructure, Buoys create a local-first network that works when the cloud doesn't.
Always-online nodes help sustain public networks and distributed services.
Set up a peer-to-peer offline payment system so transactions can happen even without internet access.
Keep your community's social media network local, secure and resilient.
Want to keep a calendar invite available when your device is off during an internet shutdown? That's what Beacon's for.
Secure ephemeral data relays to hold, send, and forget your data.
You send your friend a message, but their phone is off. Safehold holds onto the message. Then, if you go offline and your friend goes online, Safehold sends the message to your friend and deletes it. Now, only you and your friend have a copy of the message.
A simple way to back up your data directly from your peer-to-peer apps.
Don't want to pay cloud fees? Don't trust the tech giants with all your personal data? At the click of a button you can backup your data to your and/or your friends' Buoy device.
Establish data sovereignty and reduce dependence on centralized platforms.
Maintain secure communication channels, amidst network shutdowns.
Keep your personal data backed up, accessible, and safe—without complicated setup.
We're currently building Buoy with input from communities, users, and collaborators who need distributed technologies to work reliably in their daily lives. It's still early, but development is active, grounded in practical needs, and open to collaboration and feedback.
If you're interested in shaping this work or learning more about how Buoy can support your needs, please reach out.