Offline Protocol — Mesh Networking for Communication, Identity & Payments

Offline Protocol is a resilient hybrid connectivity ecosystem that enables secure communication and transactions without relying on traditional internet infrastructure. It combines mesh networking, decentralized identity, and cryptographic proofs to create a sovereign communication layer that works both online and offline.

DORS (Dynamic Offline Relay Switch) creates ad-hoc mesh networks using Bluetooth, WiFi-Direct, and other local protocols. Devices automatically discover nearby peers and route messages through multiple hops to reach their destination. When internet connectivity is available, the network seamlessly bridges to online services.

OfflineID is a self-sovereign digital identity system that doesn't require centralized servers or biometric data collection. It uses cryptographic key pairs and reputation scoring to establish trust between users. Your identity remains fully under your control and can be verified without internet access.

Proof of Location is an AVS (Actively Validated Service) developed with EigenLayer that provides cryptographically secure, verifiable location proofs without compromising privacy. It enables trusted contextual services like local marketplaces, emergency response coordination, and location-based verification — all while keeping your exact location private.

Fernweh is a messaging application built on the Offline Protocol stack. It enables encrypted peer-to-peer communication that works without internet connectivity. Messages are routed through the mesh network, stored locally, and synchronized when connections become available. It supports text, voice, images, and location sharing.

All communications are end-to-end encrypted using modern cryptographic standards. The decentralized architecture means there's no central point of failure or surveillance. Your private keys never leave your device, and the zero-knowledge architecture ensures even relay nodes cannot read your messages or track your activity.

This is where Offline Protocol shines. During blackouts, natural disasters, or network censorship, the mesh network continues operating using device-to-device connections. Messages queue locally and propagate through available peers. Critical communications like emergency alerts, coordination messages, and payments can still flow through the community mesh.

Offline Protocol SDKs are available for iOS, Android, and Web platforms. Any device with Bluetooth or WiFi capabilities can participate in the mesh network. We also support dedicated hardware nodes for permanent mesh infrastructure deployment in communities, events, or remote locations.

Our SDKs and documentation are available for developers to integrate into their applications. While we don't currently have open source libraries, we plan to open source our mesh network implementation in the future. We believe transparency is essential for security and trust, and are committed to progressively opening up our core infrastructure.

Download Fernweh from the App Store or Google Play to start using the network immediately. For developers, visit our documentation at docs.offlineprotocol.com to integrate the SDK into your applications. For community deployments, contact us about mesh cluster setup and OfflineID distribution.