# Psy Protocol

> The trustless, decentralized internet at scale.

Psy Protocol provides a Layer 1 blockchain that processes transactions using client-side zero-knowledge proofs and Proof of Useful Work consensus to scale network capacity.

Psy Protocol is a Layer 1 blockchain using Proof of Useful Work consensus where users generate zero-knowledge proofs locally on their devices. The network aggregates these proofs through recursive verification to process transactions at scale. The protocol uses PARTH state architecture to partition user data into separate trees, allowing parallel transaction processing. Smart contracts support TypeScript and Rust development with programmable public keys for account customization.

- Type: Network
- Sector: Blockchain Platforms
- Status: Announced
- Founded: 2023-06-01
- Profile: https://thegrid.id/profiles/psy_protocol

## Products

- [Psy Mainnet](https://thegrid.id/profiles/psy_protocol): Psy is a Layer 1 blockchain that uses Proof of Useful Work consensus and PARTH state architecture to enable parallel transaction processing. The protocol has users generate zero-knowledge proofs locally on their devices, which miners then aggregate recursively to produce a single block proof. The system uses Software-Defined Keys that allow programmable public keys for custom security logic and autonomous agent support. (L1, In Development, Main Product)

## Links

- [Main](https://psy.xyz)
- [Documentation](https://psy.xyz/docs)
- [Blog](https://psy.xyz/blog)
- [Twitter / X](https://x.com/PsyProtocol)
- [Discord](https://discord.gg/PsyProtocol)
- [GitHub](https://github.com/PsyProtocol)
- [Telegram](https://t.me/Psy Protocol)
- [LinkedIn](https://linkedin.com/company/Psy Protocol)

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