Onboarding APPs

Welcome to the BSV Applications catalog! This directory contains comprehensive onboarding guides for various applications built on the BSV blockchain. Each guide provides step-by-step instructions to help you get started with these innovative BSV-powered applications.


About BSV Applications

The BSV blockchain enables a new generation of applications that leverage micropayments, data ownership, and on-chain functionality. These applications demonstrate the practical capabilities of blockchain technology for everyday use cases, from payments and identity to storage and AI services.

Key Benefits of BSV Apps

  • Micropayments: Pay only for what you use with fraction-of-a-cent transactions

  • Data Ownership: Your data stored immutably on-chain

  • Transparency: Verifiable transactions and interactions

  • No Subscriptions: Most apps use pay-as-you-go models instead of monthly fees

  • Interoperability: Apps can work together using BSV blockchain standards


Available Applications

Identity & Certification

Playful yet functional identity certification system demonstrating blockchain-backed attestation. Learn how digital identity certificates work with this educational tool.

  • Issue blockchain-backed identity certificates

  • Verify certificates cryptographically

  • Integrate with other BSV applications

  • Open-source and educational

Multi-platform identity verification system linking your digital identities across social media platforms to your BSV identity.

  • Verify social media accounts on-chain

  • Build trust in digital communities

  • Cross-platform identity attestation

  • Decentralized verification


Storage & File Management

Decentralized file storage solution using BSV blockchain for permanent, censorship-resistant data storage.

  • Upload files to blockchain

  • Permanent data storage

  • Renew file accessibility

  • Simple drag-and-drop interface

Universal Hash Resolution Protocol storage system for managing blockchain-based file storage and retrieval.

  • UHRP-compliant file management

  • Upload and download files securely

  • Blockchain-based file addressing

  • Pay-per-use storage model

User-friendly file management application for storing and organizing your data on the BSV blockchain.

  • Create folders and organize files

  • Intuitive file management interface

  • On-chain data persistence

  • Private and secure storage


Payments & Wallets

Modern BSV wallet with send/receive capabilities, transaction history, and integration with BSV applications.

  • Send and receive BSV payments

  • View transaction history

  • Connect with BSV apps

  • User-friendly wallet interface

Paymail service provider enabling human-readable payment addresses instead of complex public keys.

  • Register memorable payment aliases

  • Send payments to easy-to-remember addresses

  • Collect payments with paymail

  • Simplify BSV transactions

Peer-to-peer payment system for sending BSV directly to other users using identity-based search.

  • Search for users by identity

  • Send payments peer-to-peer

  • No intermediaries required

  • Fast and secure transactions


AI & Content Generation

Revolutionary AI platform replacing subscriptions with BSV micropayments. Pay only for what you use - text generation, images, or videos.

  • Chat AI with multiple language models

  • Image generation with customizable sizes

  • Video creation with quality settings

  • Transparent cost-per-use pricing


Marketplaces & Trading

Decentralized marketplace for digital assets and content built on BSV blockchain.

  • Upload and sell digital content

  • Trade digital assets on-chain

  • Decentralized marketplace

  • Direct peer-to-peer transactions

Create and manage subscription-based content and services with BSV micropayments.

  • Create subscription meters

  • Manage recurring payments

  • Content monetization platform

  • Flexible pricing models


Security & Key Management

Secure key management system using threshold signatures and key sharing for enhanced wallet security.

  • Configure key shares for multi-sig security

  • QR code-based key distribution

  • Recovery mode for lost shares

  • Scan and reconstruct keys securely

Tool for converting mnemonic seed phrases to BRC-100 compatible key derivation format.

  • Convert legacy mnemonics

  • BRC-100 standard compliance

  • Key derivation utilities

  • Developer-focused tool


Entertainment & Gaming

Blockchain-powered gaming platform with rewards and leaderboards integrated with BSV micropayments.

  • Play blockchain-enabled games

  • Earn rewards in BSV

  • Compete on leaderboards

  • Microtransaction-based gaming economy


Productivity & Organization

Task management application storing your to-do lists on the BSV blockchain for persistence and accessibility.

  • Create and manage tasks

  • On-chain task persistence

  • Simple and intuitive interface

  • Access your tasks anywhere


Specialized Applications

Create immutable proofs of existence for documents and files using blockchain timestamping.

  • Timestamp documents on blockchain

  • Verify file authenticity

  • Create proof of existence

  • Hash verification system

Weather data platform demonstrating real-world data integration with BSV blockchain and identity-based API access.

  • Access weather data via blockchain

  • Identity-based authentication

  • API integration example

  • Real-world data on-chain


Getting Started

Prerequisites

Before using most BSV applications, you'll need:

  1. BSV Wallet: Most commonly BSV Desktop Wallet (Metanet Desktop)

  2. BSV Balance: Small amount of BSV for transactions

  3. Modern Web Browser: Most apps are web-based

    • Chrome, Firefox, Safari, or Edge recommended

    • JavaScript enabled

General Usage Pattern

Most BSV applications follow a similar workflow:

  1. Access the Application: Navigate to the app's website

  2. Connect Wallet: Grant permission for the app to request payments

  3. Review Costs: Check transparent pricing before proceeding

  4. Approve Payment: Confirm micropayment in your wallet

  5. Use Service: Access the app's functionality

  6. View History: Check transaction history in your wallet


App Categories Overview

By Use Case

For Beginners:

For Content Creators:

For Developers:

For File Storage:


Common Features Across Apps

Micropayments

Most applications use BSV micropayments, allowing you to pay only for what you use:

  • Transactions cost fractions of a cent

  • No subscription fees

  • Transparent pricing

  • Instant payment confirmation

On-Chain Storage

Many apps store data directly on the blockchain:

  • Permanent data persistence

  • Censorship-resistant storage

  • Verifiable audit trails

  • User data ownership

Wallet Integration

Apps integrate seamlessly with BSV wallets:

  • One-click connection

  • Secure payment approval

  • Transaction history tracking

  • Standard BRC protocols

No Account Creation

Most BSV apps don't require traditional accounts:

  • Your wallet is your identity

  • No passwords to remember

  • No personal data collection

  • Privacy-focused design


Troubleshooting

Common Issues Across Apps

Problem
Likely Cause
Solution

Wallet not connecting

BSV Desktop not running

Launch BSV Desktop and ensure mainnet connection

Payment fails

Insufficient BSV balance

Add BSV to your wallet

App not loading

Browser compatibility

Use latest browser version; enable JavaScript

Transaction not confirming

Network delay

Wait a few seconds and refresh

Permission denied

Wallet not granting access

Check wallet popup and approve connection

Getting Help


Developer Resources

Building on BSV

Interested in creating your own BSV application? These apps demonstrate:

  • Micropayment integration patterns

  • On-chain data storage techniques

  • Wallet connectivity standards

  • User experience best practices

Technical Standards

BSV apps commonly use:

  • BRC Standards: Protocol specifications for interoperability

  • Paymail Protocol: Human-readable payment addressing

  • UHRP: Universal Hash Resolution Protocol

  • Babbage SDK: Development toolkit for BSV applications

Open Source Examples

Several apps provide open-source code:

  • CoolCert GitHub - Identity certification

  • Various developer tools and libraries

  • Community contributions welcome


Learn More

Additional Resources

BSV Ecosystem

Explore the broader BSV ecosystem:

Stay Updated

The BSV application ecosystem is constantly growing:

  • New applications are regularly added

  • Existing apps receive updates and new features

  • Follow individual app social media for announcements

  • Join the BSV community to discover new tools


Contributing

Found an issue or have suggestions for these onboarding guides?

  • Submit feedback through the documentation repository

  • Suggest new applications to include

  • Help improve existing guides

  • Share your experiences with the community


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The BSV blockchain enables a new generation of applications that put users in control of their data, payments, and digital interactions. Explore these applications to experience the future of blockchain-powered services.

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