Chapter 2 — What Is Walrus Protocol?
Walrus Protocol is a decentralized storage and data availability network built on the Sui blockchain infrastructure. It empowers developers, enterprises, and users to:
🌐 Store large binary files (blobs) such as videos, images, datasets, and application assets.
⚙️ Execute advanced logic on stored data via smart contracts.
💰 Pay for storage and secure network operations using the native WAL token.
🔐 Obtain proofs of availability, fault tolerance, and low-cost storage options.
Walrus is frequently described as programmable on chain storage, where files become blockchain native objects with associated metadata and logic. The goal is to offer a decentralized, scalable, and secure alternative to centralized cloud systems, while also enabling novel Web3-native use cases.
