> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://despeed.gitbook.io/despeed-docs/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://despeed.gitbook.io/despeed-docs/welcome-to-despeed/readme.md).

# Getting Started

DeSpeed is the world’s first decentralised network for internet speed verification, powered by real-time blockchain validation. By connecting through a simple protocol, your device measures its internet speed, records its proof on the blockchain, and contributes to a global map of concurrent internet speeds.

This decentralised approach ensures a trustless environment by employing proof-of-speed-based results validation and rewarding genuine users.DeSpeed turns the Internet into a space of shared benefits, where verified ISPs can reward users for providing real-time speed data they need to enhance their service, win-win for everyone!

### Explore the DeSpeed Network:

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Know DeSpeed</strong></td><td>Explore the world of DeSpeed network.</td><td></td><td><a href="/despeed-docs/despeed-network/introduction.md">Introduction</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>Download Validator</strong> </td><td>Earn Rewards by contributing to DeSpeed.</td><td></td><td><a href="https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/despeed-validator/ofpfdpleloialedjbfpocglfggbdpiem">https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/despeed-validator/ofpfdpleloialedjbfpocglfggbdpiem</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>DeSpeed Bytes Program</strong></td><td>Learn how you can earn Bytes.</td><td></td><td><a href="/despeed-docs/contribute-and-earn/despeed-point-program.md">DeSpeed Bytes Program</a></td></tr></tbody></table>