> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://hestia.sphenelabs.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://hestia.sphenelabs.com/technology/decentralized-storage.md).

# Decentralized Storage

Encrypted Storage: All data within the Hestia Network is encrypted to safeguard sensitive information. By building on backbone decentralized storage projects like Siacoin \[4], Ceramic \[5], Filecoin \[6], Arweave \[7], the network ensures that data is stored securely and redundantly across multiple locations.

Distributed Ledger: A distributed ledger is used for transparent and immutable record-keeping. This ledger tracks all transactions, votes, and updates within the network, providing an auditable history that enhances trust and accountability among residents and stakeholders.

## Reference

\[4] Sia - Decentralized data storage. (n.d.). Sia. <https://sia.tech/>&#x20;

\[5] Ceramic - the composable data network. (n.d.). <https://ceramic.network/>&#x20;

\[6] Filecoin. (n.d.). A decentralized storage network for the world’s information. Filecoin. <https://filecoin.io/>&#x20;

\[7] Arweave - A community-driven ecosystem. (n.d.). <https://www.arweave.org/>&#x20;

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