# Welcome to zer0

## The Privacy-Native AI Browser

**zer0** redefines the browser as a privacy fortress powered by zero-knowledge proofs and on-device AI. In a world where data breaches cost organizations millions, zer0 shields user traffic with **Zcash-grade encryption** while enabling **autonomous AI agents** to execute tasks without exposing personal data.

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**New to zer0?** Start with our [Quick Start Guide](/getting-started/quick-start.md) or [download the browser](/getting-started/installation.md) now!
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## 🚀 Why zer0?

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-cover data-type="files"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>🕵️ True Privacy</strong></td><td>Zero-knowledge proofs + Tor routing means your browsing stays completely anonymous. No logs, no tracking, ever.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td><strong>🤖 AI Agents</strong></td><td>On-device Llama-3-8B agents execute complex workflows privately—from DeFi optimization to research automation.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td><strong>💰 Earn While Browsing</strong></td><td>Get rewarded in $zer0 tokens for every minute of private browsing. Run Zer0 Nodes for 15-22% APY + compute fees.</td><td></td></tr><tr><td><strong>🛡️ Battle-Tested Security</strong></td><td>Built by ex-Zcash developers with Sapling pools and Halo2 proofs. Audited by Trail of Bits.</td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

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## 🎯 Key Features at a Glance

| Feature              | Description                                                   |
| -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Always Incognito** | Never stores browsing history, cookies, or cache              |
| **Built-in Tor**     | Integrated Tor Expert Bundle for anonymous routing            |
| **zk-Shielding**     | Zcash Sapling pools + Halo2 proofs for 100% anonymous traffic |
| **AI Agents**        | Autonomous on-device agents for private task execution        |
| **Token Rewards**    | Earn 0.13 $zer0 per minute of private browsing                |
| **Zer0 Nodes**       | Run Virtual/Physical nodes for 15-22% APY + compute fees      |
| **Ad Blocker**       | Native ad blocking without extensions                         |
| **Cross-Platform**   | Windows, Linux, and macOS support                             |

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## 🌟 The $zer0 Flywheel

zer0 creates a self-sustaining economy where **passive privacy converts to active economic value**. Zer0 Nodes close the loop, turning passive users into infrastructure owners.

```mermaid
graph TD
    A[Private Browsing] -->|Earn $zer0<br/>0.13/min from ads| B[Accumulate Tokens]
    B -->|Stake 5k+ $ZER0| C[Activate Zer0 Nodes]
    C -->|Process zk-Workloads<br/>AI, Oracles, Bridges| D[Earn Compute Fees]
    D -->|40-60% to Node Operators<br/>Daily Cashflow| E[Reinvest/Compound]
    E -->|Auto-stake Option| B
    C -->|Network Growth| F[Attract Enterprise Clients]
    F -->|Premium Compute Bids<br/>10x CPM Ads| G[Revenue Generation]
    G -->|Treasury Buyback 20%<br/>+ 10-15% Burn per Workload| H[Token Scarcity]
    H -->|80% Supply Locked<br/>Price Appreciation| I[More Users Join]
    I --> A
```

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## 📊 Market Opportunity

zer0 captures the intersection of the **$318B browser market** and the **$7.6B AI agent market** (45.8% CAGR), targeting:

* **1%** of browser market by 2026
* **2%** of AI agent market by 2026
* **$5-10B FDV** at scale with 5M users

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## 🪙 Token Contract

| Parameter            | Value                                          |
| -------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- |
| **Contract Address** | `Cf9hZDWdJsQPrt9q8yrTcyc9PSDmQUyXktHz6rFu8amJ` |
| **Network**          | Solana                                         |
| **DEX**              | Meteora                                        |

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## 🎮 Getting Started

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>🚀 Quick Start</strong></td><td>Get up and running with zer0 in under 5 minutes</td><td><a href="/pages/VWjg6AmuGK8CNtxgel1J">/pages/VWjg6AmuGK8CNtxgel1J</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>📥 Installation</strong></td><td>Download and install zer0 for your platform</td><td><a href="/pages/OrrzPIDrtx5EgyQGoUM6">/pages/OrrzPIDrtx5EgyQGoUM6</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>🎯 First Steps</strong></td><td>Learn the basics and start earning $zer0 tokens</td><td><a href="/pages/PDp7cgRpirx2NO0VMebJ">/pages/PDp7cgRpirx2NO0VMebJ</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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## 🔗 Quick Links

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* [Download zer0 Browser](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases)
* [Quick Start Guide](/getting-started/quick-start.md)
* [How to Earn $zer0](/token-economics/earning-mechanisms.md)
* [FAQ](/resources/faq.md)
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* [Build from Source](/for-developers/building-from-source.md)
* [Architecture Overview](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/technical-documentation/architecture.md)
* [AI Agent SDK](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/developers/agent-sdk.md)
* [Contributing Guide](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/resources/contributing.md)
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* [Staking Guide](/token-economics/staking.md)
* [Running a Mixnode](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/advanced/running-mixnode.md)
* [Token Economics](/token-economics/tokenomics.md)
* [Agent Marketplace](/core-concepts/agent-vault.md)
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## 📢 Stay Connected

<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>🌐 Website</strong></td><td><a href="https://zer0.build">zer0.build</a></td><td></td><td><a href="https://zer0.build">https://zer0.build</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>🐦 Twitter</strong></td><td><a href="https://x.com/BrowserZer0">@BrowserZer0</a></td><td></td><td><a href="https://x.com/BrowserZer0">https://x.com/BrowserZer0</a></td></tr><tr><td><strong>💬 Discord</strong></td><td>Join our community</td><td></td><td></td></tr><tr><td><strong>📧 Email</strong></td><td><a href="mailto:dev@zer0.build">dev@zer0.build</a></td><td></td><td></td></tr></tbody></table>

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**Ready to take control of your privacy?** [Download zer0 now](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases) and start earning while you browse! 🚀
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