Embarking on a Digital Adventure: A Comprehensive Guide to Rep — A Blockchain-based Social Network.

Neil Haran
2 min readMay 16, 2023

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https://rep.run/ — Not launched yet, but you can poke around here.

The app is here (only for Android currently): https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rawbots.rep

Imagine a digital landscape where social media, augmented reality, and blockchain technology converge. This is the world of Rep, a social network that combines elements from Twitter, Medium, and Pokemon Go, infusing them with a unique invitation process and a commitment to user privacy. But, there’s even more to Rep — it’s a platform that respects your data, serves no ads, and offers an engaging, immersive experience.

Rep: Super Twitter with a Twist

Much like Twitter, Rep enables users to share short messages, while also providing the option for long-form articles akin to Medium. This versatility offers a creative platform for expression, all while ensuring data security and user privacy.

Treasure Hunts: Pokemon Go Meets NFTs

The treasure hunt feature of Rep brings an element of excitement and fun to the platform. Inspired by Pokemon Go, users can create points of interest, even virtual treasure chests filled with NFTs, clues, or other valuable information. These chests aren’t just for fun — they also serve as the gateway for new users to join Rep.

The Invitation Process: Joining the Adventure

Becoming a member of Rep is a unique adventure. Current members can invite others by placing an invitation at a geo-location close to the invitee. The invitation, hidden inside a treasure chest, contains a code. The invitee uses the mobile app, locates the treasure chest, and uses the code to unlock it, becoming a full-fledged member of the Rep community.

Your Personal Digital Card: The Profile Feature

At Rep, every user gets a unique profile page, much like an about.me page. This personalized page serves as your digital business card, with a custom URL in the format of yourusername.rep.run. It includes your bio, and can contain links to your other social pages like LinkedIn, Twitter, and GitHub, making it the perfect hub for your online presence.

The Power of Blockchain and Privacy

Rep is built on the NEAR Protocol, ensuring security and scalability. With every user action completely on-chain, Rep collects no data and serves no ads. It also offers a unique blockchain messaging feature for private, secure conversations.

Rep strives to offer a new kind of social experience by combining the best elements of popular platforms while introducing unique features like AR-based treasure hunts, a special invitation process, and a personalized digital business card. Rep also emphasizes privacy and security, with all actions taking place on-chain, ensuring data protection and serving no ads.

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Neil Haran
Neil Haran

Written by Neil Haran

Game theorist, chess player, world peace activist

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