# 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. {% hint style="info" %} **New to zer0?** Start with our [Quick Start Guide](/getting-started/quick-start) or [download the browser](/getting-started/installation) now! {% endhint %} *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Why zer0?
๐Ÿ•ต๏ธ True PrivacyZero-knowledge proofs + Tor routing means your browsing stays completely anonymous. No logs, no tracking, ever.
๐Ÿค– AI AgentsOn-device Llama-3-8B agents execute complex workflows privatelyโ€”from DeFi optimization to research automation.
๐Ÿ’ฐ Earn While BrowsingGet rewarded in $zer0 tokens for every minute of private browsing. Run Zer0 Nodes for 15-22% APY + compute fees.
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Battle-Tested SecurityBuilt by ex-Zcash developers with Sapling pools and Halo2 proofs. Audited by Trail of Bits.
*** ## ๐ŸŽฏ 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 | *** ## ๐ŸŒŸ 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
0.13/min from ads| B[Accumulate Tokens] B -->|Stake 5k+ $ZER0| C[Activate Zer0 Nodes] C -->|Process zk-Workloads
AI, Oracles, Bridges| D[Earn Compute Fees] D -->|40-60% to Node Operators
Daily Cashflow| E[Reinvest/Compound] E -->|Auto-stake Option| B C -->|Network Growth| F[Attract Enterprise Clients] F -->|Premium Compute Bids
10x CPM Ads| G[Revenue Generation] G -->|Treasury Buyback 20%
+ 10-15% Burn per Workload| H[Token Scarcity] H -->|80% Supply Locked
Price Appreciation| I[More Users Join] I --> A ``` *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š 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 *** ## ๐Ÿช™ Token Contract | Parameter | Value | | -------------------- | ---------------------------------------------- | | **Contract Address** | `Cf9hZDWdJsQPrt9q8yrTcyc9PSDmQUyXktHz6rFu8amJ` | | **Network** | Solana | | **DEX** | Meteora | *** ## ๐ŸŽฎ Getting Started
๐Ÿš€ Quick StartGet up and running with zer0 in under 5 minutesQuick Start Guide
๐Ÿ“ฅ InstallationDownload and install zer0 for your platformInstallation
๐ŸŽฏ First StepsLearn the basics and start earning $zer0 tokensFirst Steps
*** ## ๐Ÿ”— Quick Links {% tabs %} {% tab title="Users" %} * [Download zer0 Browser](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases) * [Quick Start Guide](/getting-started/quick-start) * [How to Earn $zer0](/token-economics/earning-mechanisms) * [FAQ](/resources/faq) {% endtab %} {% tab title="Developers" %} * [Build from Source](/for-developers/building-from-source) * [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) {% endtab %} {% tab title="Stakers" %} * [Staking Guide](/token-economics/staking) * [Running a Mixnode](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/advanced/running-mixnode.md) * [Token Economics](/token-economics/tokenomics) * [Agent Marketplace](/core-concepts/agent-vault) {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} *** ## ๐Ÿ“ข Stay Connected
๐ŸŒ Websitezer0.buildhttps://zer0.build
๐Ÿฆ Twitter@BrowserZer0https://x.com/BrowserZer0
๐Ÿ’ฌ DiscordJoin our community
๐Ÿ“ง Emaildev@zer0.build
*** {% hint style="success" %} **Ready to take control of your privacy?** [Download zer0 now](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases) and start earning while you browse! ๐Ÿš€ {% endhint %} # Quick Start Guide {% hint style="success" %} **Get started with zer0 in under 5 minutes!** This guide will help you download, install, and start earning $zer0 tokens right away. {% endhint %} ## ๐Ÿš€ 3 Steps to Privacy & Earnings ### Step 1: Download zer0 Browser Choose your platform and download the latest release: {% tabs %} {% tab title="Windows" %} **Download for Windows 10/11 (64-bit)** 1. Visit [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest) 2. Download `zer0-Setup-x.x.x.exe` 3. Run the installer 4. Follow the installation wizard **System Requirements:** * Windows 10 or 11 (64-bit) * 4 GB RAM (recommended) * 500 MB disk space {% endtab %} {% tab title="macOS" %} **Download for macOS 10.13+** 1. Visit [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest) 2. Download `zer0-x.x.x.dmg` 3. Open the DMG file 4. Drag zer0 to Applications folder **System Requirements:** * macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later * 4 GB RAM (recommended) * 500 MB disk space {% endtab %} {% tab title="Linux" %} **Download for Linux (64-bit)** 1. Visit [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest) 2. Download `zer0-x.x.x.AppImage` or `.deb` package 3. Make executable: `chmod +x zer0-x.x.x.AppImage` 4. Run the AppImage or install the .deb package **System Requirements:** * 64-bit Linux distribution * 4 GB RAM (recommended) * 500 MB disk space {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} *** ### Step 2: Create Your zer0 Wallet When you first launch zer0, you'll be prompted to create a wallet: 1. **Launch zer0 Browser** from your applications 2. **Create Wallet** - Generate a new shielded wallet 3. **Save Your Seed Phrase** - Write down your 24-word recovery phrase 4. **Confirm Seed Phrase** - Verify you saved it correctly {% hint style="danger" %} **NEVER share your seed phrase!** It's the only way to recover your wallet and $zer0 tokens. Store it securely offline. {% endhint %} *** ### Step 3: Start Browsing & Earning You're all set! Now you can: โœ… **Browse Anonymously** - All traffic is routed through Tor automatically โœ… **Earn $zer0 Tokens** - Get 0.13 $zer0 per minute of private browsing โœ… **Use AI Agents** - Access on-device AI for private workflows โœ… **Stake Tokens** - Lock $zer0 to run mixnodes and earn 15% APY ``` ๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip: Leave zer0 running in the background to maximize your earnings! ``` *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ What's Next?
๐Ÿ“– Learn the BasicsUnderstand how zer0 protects your privacy and rewards youFirst Steps
๐Ÿ’ฐ Maximize EarningsDiscover all the ways to earn and stake $zer0 tokensEarning Mechanisms
๐Ÿค– Use AI AgentsUnlock the power of private, on-device AI workflowsAI Agents
*** ## ๐Ÿ†˜ Need Help?
Browser won't connect to Tor network **Solution:** 1. Check your internet connection 2. Disable VPN temporarily (can conflict with Tor) 3. Try restarting zer0 browser 4. Check [Tor Network Status](https://status.torproject.org/) If issues persist, see our [Troubleshooting Guide](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/resources/support.md).
Not seeing $zer0 earnings **Solution:** 1. Ensure your wallet is created and synced 2. Check that you're browsing with Tor enabled (shield icon should be green) 3. Earnings are distributed every 10 minutes - be patient! 4. Verify you're not blocking ads (privacy-preserving ads fund rewards)
How do I import an existing wallet? **Solution:** On the wallet creation screen, select "Import Existing Wallet" and enter your 24-word seed phrase. Your balance and transaction history will sync automatically.
*** {% hint style="info" %} **Still have questions?** Check our [FAQ](/resources/faq) or join our [Discord community](https://discord.gg/zer0) for instant support! {% endhint %} *** ## ๐Ÿ“š Additional Resources * [Full Installation Guide](/getting-started/installation) - Detailed installation instructions * [System Requirements](/getting-started/system-requirements) - Check compatibility * [Privacy Architecture](/core-concepts/privacy-architecture) - How zer0 keeps you anonymous * [Token Economics](/token-economics/tokenomics) - Deep dive into $zer0 # Installation Complete installation guide for zer0 Browser across all platforms. *** ## ๐Ÿ“ฅ Download Options ### Latest Stable Release Visit our [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest) page to download the latest version: | Platform | Download | File Size | Version | | -------------------- | ---------------------- | --------- | -------------------------------------------------------- | | **Windows 10/11** | `zer0-Setup-x.x.x.exe` | \~150 MB | ![](https://img.shields.io/badge/version-1.0.0-blue.svg) | | **macOS 10.13+** | `zer0-x.x.x.dmg` | \~145 MB | ![](https://img.shields.io/badge/version-1.0.0-blue.svg) | | **Linux (AppImage)** | `zer0-x.x.x.AppImage` | \~155 MB | ![](https://img.shields.io/badge/version-1.0.0-blue.svg) | | **Linux (Debian)** | `zer0-x.x.x.deb` | \~155 MB | ![](https://img.shields.io/badge/version-1.0.0-blue.svg) | *** ## ๐ŸชŸ Windows Installation ### Prerequisites * Windows 10 (64-bit) or Windows 11 * 4 GB RAM (minimum) * 500 MB free disk space ### Installation Steps 1. **Download the Installer** ``` Download zer0-Setup-x.x.x.exe from the releases page ``` 2. **Run the Installer** * Double-click `zer0-Setup-x.x.x.exe` * If Windows SmartScreen appears, click "More info" โ†’ "Run anyway" * Follow the installation wizard 3. **Choose Installation Options** * Select installation directory (default: `C:\Program Files\zer0`) * Choose to create desktop shortcut * Select "Add to Start Menu" 4. **Complete Installation** * Click "Install" and wait for the process to finish * Click "Finish" to launch zer0 {% hint style="info" %} **First launch may take 30-60 seconds** while Tor network connection is established. {% endhint %} ### Windows-Specific Notes * **Firewall:** Windows Firewall will prompt for network access - click "Allow" * **Antivirus:** Some antivirus software may flag Tor components - add zer0 to exceptions * **Updates:** Auto-updates are enabled by default *** ## ๐ŸŽ macOS Installation ### Prerequisites * macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or later * 4 GB RAM (minimum) * 500 MB free disk space ### Installation Steps 1. **Download the DMG** ``` Download zer0-x.x.x.dmg from the releases page ``` 2. **Open the DMG File** * Double-click the downloaded DMG * A new window will open showing the zer0 icon 3. **Install the Application** * Drag the zer0 icon to the Applications folder * Eject the DMG from Finder 4. **First Launch** * Open Applications folder * Right-click zer0 โ†’ "Open" * Click "Open" when Gatekeeper prompts (first time only) {% hint style="warning" %} **macOS Gatekeeper:** On first launch, you must right-click and select "Open" to bypass Gatekeeper restrictions. {% endhint %} ### macOS-Specific Notes * **Permissions:** Grant network permissions when prompted * **M1/M2 Macs:** Native Apple Silicon support included * **Updates:** Check for updates via zer0 menu โ†’ "Check for Updates" *** ## ๐Ÿง Linux Installation ### Prerequisites * 64-bit Linux distribution * 4 GB RAM (minimum) * 500 MB free disk space ### Option 1: AppImage (Universal) **Recommended for most distributions** ```bash # Download the AppImage wget https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest/download/zer0-x.x.x.AppImage # Make it executable chmod +x zer0-x.x.x.AppImage # Run zer0 ./zer0-x.x.x.AppImage ``` **Optional: Add to Applications Menu** ```bash # Create desktop entry cat > ~/.local/share/applications/zer0.desktop << EOF [Desktop Entry] Name=zer0 Browser Exec=/path/to/zer0-x.x.x.AppImage Icon=zer0 Type=Application Categories=Network;WebBrowser; EOF ``` ### Option 2: Debian/Ubuntu Package **For Debian-based distributions** ```bash # Download the .deb package wget https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest/download/zer0-x.x.x.deb # Install the package sudo dpkg -i zer0-x.x.x.deb # Install dependencies if needed sudo apt-get install -f # Launch zer0 zer0 ``` ### Linux-Specific Notes * **Dependencies:** Most are bundled, but you may need `libappindicator1` on some distros * **Wayland:** Fully supported alongside X11 * **Snap/Flatpak:** Coming soon! *** ## ๐Ÿ”ง Post-Installation Setup ### First Launch Checklist After installing zer0, complete these initial setup steps: * [ ] **Create or Import Wallet** - Set up your $zer0 wallet * [ ] **Save Seed Phrase** - Secure your recovery phrase offline * [ ] **Configure Settings** - Review privacy and network settings * [ ] **Test Tor Connection** - Verify anonymous browsing is active * [ ] **Enable Notifications** - Get alerts for earnings and updates ### Recommended Settings 1. **Privacy Settings** * โœ… Always-on Incognito Mode (enabled by default) * โœ… Block all third-party cookies * โœ… Block trackers and ads * โœ… WebRTC leak prevention 2. **Network Settings** * โœ… Tor routing enabled * โœ… Auto-connect on startup * โš ๏ธ Use bridges if in restricted regions 3. **Earning Settings** * โœ… Earn $zer0 while browsing * โœ… Privacy-preserving ads (optional, higher earnings) * โœ… Auto-stake rewards (optional) *** ## ๐Ÿ”„ Updating zer0 ### Automatic Updates (Recommended) zer0 checks for updates automatically and will notify you when a new version is available: 1. Click the update notification 2. Click "Download and Install" 3. Browser will restart with the new version ### Manual Updates 1. Download the latest installer from [Releases](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/releases/latest) 2. Run the installer (Windows/macOS) or replace the AppImage (Linux) 3. Your wallet, settings, and data are preserved *** ## ๐Ÿšจ Troubleshooting
Installation fails on Windows **Solutions:** * Disable antivirus temporarily during installation * Run installer as Administrator (right-click โ†’ "Run as administrator") * Ensure you have enough disk space (500 MB minimum) * Check Windows Update is current
macOS says "zer0 is damaged" **Solution:** ```bash # Remove quarantine flag xattr -cr /Applications/zer0.app ``` This is a false positive from Gatekeeper. Our app is safe and open-source.
Linux AppImage won't run **Solutions:** ```bash # Install FUSE (if missing) sudo apt-get install fuse libfuse2 # Make sure it's executable chmod +x zer0-x.x.x.AppImage # Run with verbose output to see errors ./zer0-x.x.x.AppImage --verbose ```
Tor won't connect **Solutions:** * Check your internet connection * Disable VPN temporarily (can conflict with Tor) * If in a restricted region, enable Tor bridges in Settings * Check firewall isn't blocking zer0
*** ## ๐Ÿ” Verifying Your Installation ### Check Installation Integrity Verify your download wasn't tampered with: ```bash # Get SHA256 checksums from releases page # Compare with your downloaded file # Windows (PowerShell) Get-FileHash zer0-Setup-x.x.x.exe -Algorithm SHA256 # macOS/Linux shasum -a 256 zer0-x.x.x.dmg ``` {% hint style="success" %} **All releases are GPG-signed.** Advanced users can verify signatures using our [public key](https://zer0.build/pgp-key.asc). {% endhint %} *** ## ๐Ÿ“š Next Steps
๐ŸŽฏ First StepsLearn the basics and start using zer0First Steps
โš™๏ธ System RequirementsDetailed compatibility informationSystem Requirements
๐Ÿ’ฌ Get SupportNeed help? We're here for youhttps://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/resources/support.md
*** ## ๐Ÿ› Found a Bug? Report installation issues on our [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/issues) page or email . # First Steps Congratulations on installing zer0! This guide will walk you through the essential features and help you get the most out of your privacy-first browsing experience. *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Understanding the zer0 Interface ### Main Browser Window When you open zer0, you'll see a clean, minimal interface designed for distraction-free browsing: ``` โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ โ† โ†’ โ†ป [๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ] https://example.com [โ‰ก] [๐Ÿ‘ค] โ”‚ โ”œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ค โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ Your Content Here โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ ๐ŸŸข Tor Connected | ๐Ÿ’ฐ Earning: 0.13 $zer0/min โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ ``` **Key Interface Elements:** | Icon | Meaning | | ----------------------- | ---------------------------------------- | | ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ **Shield (Green)** | Tor protection active - you're anonymous | | ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ **Shield (Gray)** | Tor disconnected - check connection | | ๐Ÿ’ฐ **Earnings Counter** | Real-time $zer0 earnings display | | ๐Ÿ‘ค **Wallet Icon** | Access your wallet and balance | | โ‰ก **Menu** | Settings, agents, and more | *** ## ๐Ÿ” Your First Browsing Session ### Step 1: Verify Tor Connection Before browsing, ensure you're protected: 1. Look for the **green shield icon** in the address bar 2. Visit [check.torproject.org](https://check.torproject.org) 3. You should see: "Congratulations. This browser is configured to use Tor." {% hint style="success" %} **All your traffic is now anonymous!** Your IP address is hidden, and your browsing cannot be tracked. {% endhint %} ### Step 2: Start Earning $zer0 You're already earning just by browsing! Here's how it works: * **0.13 $zer0 per minute** of active browsing * Earnings are credited every **10 minutes** * View your balance by clicking the **wallet icon** ๐Ÿ‘ค **Maximize Your Earnings:** * Keep zer0 open while working * Browse normally - every page counts * Enable privacy-preserving ads for **2x earnings** * Refer friends for **5% of their earnings** ### Step 3: Explore AI Agents Click the **menu (โ‰ก)** โ†’ **AI Agents** to access on-device AI: **Built-in Agents:** * **๐Ÿ” Research Agent** - Summarize articles and extract insights * **๐Ÿ’ฑ DeFi Agent** - Private crypto swaps and yield optimization * **๐Ÿ“Š Data Agent** - Analyze spreadsheets without uploading * **โœ๏ธ Writing Agent** - Generate content locally {% hint style="info" %} **All AI processing happens on your device.** No data is sent to cloud servers. {% endhint %} *** ## ๐Ÿ’ฐ Managing Your Wallet ### Viewing Your Balance 1. Click the **wallet icon** ๐Ÿ‘ค in the top-right 2. View your current $zer0 balance and earnings 3. See pending rewards and transaction history ### Sending $zer0 To send tokens to another wallet: 1. Click **Send** in wallet panel 2. Enter recipient's shielded address 3. Enter amount 4. Confirm transaction 5. Funds arrive in \~2 minutes (zk-shielded) {% hint style="warning" %} **Always verify addresses!** zer0 uses shielded addresses that start with `zs1...` for maximum privacy. {% endhint %} ### Receiving $zer0 To receive tokens: 1. Click **Receive** in wallet panel 2. Copy your shielded address (starts with `zs1...`) 3. Share with sender 4. Funds appear automatically in your wallet *** ## ๐Ÿ”ง Essential Settings ### Privacy Settings (Recommended) Navigate to **Menu (โ‰ก)** โ†’ **Settings** โ†’ **Privacy**: **Essential Privacy Controls:** ``` โœ… Always Incognito Mode (cannot be disabled - your protection) โœ… Block Third-Party Cookies โœ… Block Trackers & Ads โœ… WebRTC Leak Prevention โœ… Fingerprinting Protection โœ… Auto-clear on Exit ``` ### Network Settings **Menu (โ‰ก)** โ†’ **Settings** โ†’ **Network**: | Setting | Recommended | Description | | ---------------- | ------------- | -------------------------------- | | **Tor Routing** | โœ… Always On | Routes all traffic through Tor | | **Use Bridges** | โš ๏ธ If Blocked | For regions blocking Tor | | **Auto-Connect** | โœ… Enabled | Connect to Tor on startup | | **New Circuit** | Manual | Get new Tor route (click shield) | ### Earning Settings **Menu (โ‰ก)** โ†’ **Settings** โ†’ **Earning**: ``` โœ… Earn $zer0 While Browsing (enabled by default) โฌœ Privacy-Preserving Ads (2x earnings, optional) โฌœ Auto-Stake Rewards (earn 15% APY, optional) โฌœ Referral Tracking (earn from referred users) ``` *** ## ๐Ÿค– Using Your First AI Agent Let's run a simple agent to see the power of private AI: ### Example: Research Agent 1. **Open AI Agents Panel** * Click **Menu (โ‰ก)** โ†’ **AI Agents** 2. **Select Research Agent** * Click on **Research Agent** tile 3. **Give it a Task** ``` "Summarize the latest developments in zero-knowledge proofs" ``` 4. **Watch it Work** * Agent searches privately * Processes data on-device * Returns summary in \~30 seconds 5. **Results** * Get a concise summary * No data left your device * No tracking or logging {% hint style="success" %} **All agent processing is local.** Even we don't know what you're researching! {% endhint %} *** ## ๐ŸŽ“ Learning More ### Understanding the Basics
๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Privacy ArchitectureHow zer0 keeps you completely anonymousPrivacy Architecture
๐Ÿค– AI Agents Deep DiveMaster the full power of zer0 agentsAI Agents
๐Ÿ’ฐ Token EconomicsUnderstanding the $zer0 flywheelTokenomics Overview
*** ## ๐Ÿš€ Power User Tips ### Keyboard Shortcuts Master these shortcuts for faster browsing: | Shortcut | Action | | ---------------------- | ------------------- | | `Ctrl/Cmd + T` | New private tab | | `Ctrl/Cmd + W` | Close tab | | `Ctrl/Cmd + Shift + N` | New Tor circuit | | `Ctrl/Cmd + E` | Open AI agent panel | | `Ctrl/Cmd + ,` | Settings | ### Maximizing Earnings **Pro strategies to earn more $zer0:** 1. **Enable Privacy-Preserving Ads** * Settings โ†’ Earning โ†’ Enable ads * Earn **2x more** while maintaining privacy * Ads are zk-cohort based (no PII) 2. **Refer Friends** * Share your referral link * Earn **5% of their lifetime earnings** * They get a **bonus 100 $zer0** on signup 3. **Stake Your Tokens** * Lock $zer0 to run a mixnode * Earn **15% APY** + transaction fees * Help secure the network 4. **Run Premium Agents** * Rent out specialized agents * Earn **10% of usage fees** * Popular agents can earn 50-100 $zer0/day *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Security Best Practices ### Protecting Your Wallet {% hint style="danger" %} **CRITICAL: Seed Phrase Security** Your 24-word seed phrase is the ONLY way to recover your wallet. Follow these rules: * โœ… Write it on paper (never digital) * โœ… Store in multiple secure locations * โœ… Never share with anyone (even zer0 team) * โŒ Don't screenshot or save in cloud * โŒ Don't email or message it * โŒ Don't store in password managers {% endhint %} ### Avoiding Phishing **Stay safe from scams:** * โœ… Only download zer0 from [official GitHub](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0) * โœ… Verify URLs start with `https://zer0.build` * โŒ Never enter seed phrase on any website * โŒ Ignore DMs claiming to be zer0 support * โŒ Don't click suspicious links promising free $zer0 *** ## ๐Ÿ†˜ Common Issues & Solutions
Earnings not showing up **Solution:** 1. Check that Tor is connected (green shield) 2. Earnings are distributed every 10 minutes - wait a bit 3. Ensure wallet is synced (check sync status in wallet panel) 4. Restart browser if issue persists
Browser is slow **Solution:** Tor routing adds slight latency (this is normal for anonymity): * First page loads may take 3-5 seconds * Subsequent loads are faster * Close unused tabs to improve performance * Consider disabling heavy extensions
Can't access certain websites **Solution:** Some sites block Tor exit nodes: * Click shield โ†’ "New Tor Circuit" to try different exit node * Use "Tor Circuit for this Site" to get dedicated route * If persistent, report to
AI agent failed to run **Solution:** 1. Ensure you have enough RAM (4GB minimum) 2. Check internet connection for agent updates 3. Try restarting the agent 4. Update zer0 to latest version
*** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Daily Checklist Make zer0 part of your routine: **Daily:** * [ ] Open zer0 for browsing (start earning!) * [ ] Check $zer0 balance and earnings * [ ] Use AI agents for at least one task **Weekly:** * [ ] Review privacy settings * [ ] Check for zer0 updates * [ ] Explore agent marketplace for new tools **Monthly:** * [ ] Review staking options * [ ] Consider running a mixnode * [ ] Check referral earnings *** ## ๐Ÿ“š What's Next? Ready to dive deeper? Explore these advanced topics:
๐Ÿฆ Staking GuideEarn 15% APY by staking $zer0Staking Guide
๐Ÿ”ง Running a MixnodeHelp secure the network and earn feeshttps://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/advanced/running-mixnode.md
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Agent MarketplaceDiscover and rent specialized agentshttps://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/advanced/agent-marketplace.md
*** {% hint style="info" %} **Enjoying zer0?** Share your experience on [Twitter](https://x.com/BrowserZer0) and help spread privacy! ๐Ÿš€ {% endhint %} # System Requirements Ensure your system meets the requirements for optimal zer0 Browser performance. *** ## ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Minimum Requirements To run zer0 Browser, your system must meet these baseline specifications: | Component | Requirement | | -------------------- | -------------------------------------------------- | | **Operating System** | Windows 10 (64-bit), macOS 10.13+, or Linux 64-bit | | **Processor** | Intel Core i3 / AMD Ryzen 3 or equivalent | | **Memory (RAM)** | 4 GB | | **Storage** | 500 MB available space | | **Internet** | Broadband connection | | **Display** | 1280x720 resolution | {% hint style="warning" %} **Note:** These are minimum specs. For the best experience with AI agents, see Recommended Requirements below. {% endhint %} *** ## โšก Recommended Requirements For smooth performance with AI agents and multiple tabs: | Component | Requirement | | -------------------- | ------------------------------------------------ | | **Operating System** | Windows 11 (64-bit), macOS 12+, or Ubuntu 22.04+ | | **Processor** | Intel Core i5 / AMD Ryzen 5 or better (4+ cores) | | **Memory (RAM)** | 8 GB or more | | **Storage** | 2 GB available space (for agents and cache) | | **Internet** | Stable broadband (5+ Mbps) | | **Display** | 1920x1080 resolution or higher | | **GPU** | Dedicated GPU recommended for AI agents | *** ## ๐ŸชŸ Windows Requirements ### Supported Versions | Version | Status | Notes | | ----------------------- | ------------------ | ----------------------- | | **Windows 11** | โœ… Fully Supported | Recommended | | **Windows 10 (64-bit)** | โœ… Fully Supported | Version 1809 or later | | **Windows 8.1** | โš ๏ธ Limited Support | May work but not tested | | **Windows 7** | โŒ Not Supported | EOL, security risks | ### Windows-Specific Requirements **Additional Dependencies:** * .NET Framework 4.7.2 or later (usually pre-installed) * Visual C++ Redistributable 2015-2022 (auto-installed with zer0) **Hardware Considerations:** * **TPM 2.0** recommended for wallet encryption * **Secure Boot** compatible * **Windows Defender** exclusion recommended for Tor components *** ## ๐ŸŽ macOS Requirements ### Supported Versions | Version | Status | Notes | | -------------------------- | ------------------ | --------------- | | **macOS 14 (Sonoma)** | โœ… Fully Supported | Latest features | | **macOS 13 (Ventura)** | โœ… Fully Supported | Recommended | | **macOS 12 (Monterey)** | โœ… Fully Supported | Full support | | **macOS 11 (Big Sur)** | โœ… Supported | Tested | | **macOS 10.15 (Catalina)** | โœ… Supported | Tested | | **macOS 10.13-10.14** | โš ๏ธ Limited Support | May work | | **macOS 10.12 or older** | โŒ Not Supported | Too old | ### macOS-Specific Requirements **Processor Architecture:** * โœ… **Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3)** - Native support, best performance * โœ… **Intel x86\_64** - Full support via Rosetta 2 or native **Additional:** * **Xcode Command Line Tools** may be required (auto-prompted) * **Gatekeeper** must allow zer0 (see [Installation Guide](/getting-started/installation)) *** ## ๐Ÿง Linux Requirements ### Supported Distributions | Distribution | Status | Notes | | --------------------- | ------------------ | ---------------- | | **Ubuntu 22.04+** | โœ… Fully Supported | Recommended | | **Debian 11+** | โœ… Fully Supported | Stable | | **Fedora 36+** | โœ… Supported | Tested | | **Arch Linux** | โœ… Supported | Community tested | | **Linux Mint 21+** | โœ… Supported | Ubuntu-based | | **Pop!\_OS 22.04+** | โœ… Supported | Ubuntu-based | | **openSUSE Leap 15+** | โš ๏ธ Limited Support | May work | | **CentOS/RHEL 8+** | โš ๏ธ Limited Support | May work | ### Linux-Specific Requirements **Dependencies (usually auto-installed):** ```bash # Debian/Ubuntu libappindicator3-1 libnotify4 libnss3 libxss1 libxtst6 xdg-utils # Fedora libappindicator-gtk3 libnotify nss libXScrnSaver libXtst ``` **Display Server:** * โœ… **X11** - Fully supported * โœ… **Wayland** - Fully supported **Desktop Environments:** * โœ… GNOME, KDE Plasma, XFCE, Cinnamon, MATE, etc. *** ## ๐Ÿค– AI Agent Requirements AI agents have additional requirements for optimal performance: ### For Basic Agents (Research, Writing) | Component | Requirement | | ----------- | ---------------------------------- | | **RAM** | 6 GB minimum, 8 GB recommended | | **CPU** | 4+ cores recommended | | **Storage** | 1 GB for agent models | | **GPU** | Optional (CPU execution supported) | ### For Advanced Agents (DeFi, Data Analysis) | Component | Requirement | | ----------- | ---------------------------------- | | **RAM** | 8 GB minimum, 16 GB recommended | | **CPU** | 6+ cores recommended | | **Storage** | 2 GB for agent models | | **GPU** | Dedicated GPU strongly recommended | ### Supported GPUs for Acceleration **NVIDIA:** * GTX 1060 or better * CUDA 11.0+ support * 4 GB VRAM minimum **AMD:** * RX 580 or better * ROCm 4.0+ support * 4 GB VRAM minimum **Apple Silicon:** * M1/M2/M3 (Metal acceleration) * 8 GB unified memory minimum {% hint style="info" %} **GPU acceleration is optional.** AI agents work on CPU-only systems, just slower (2-3x slower for complex tasks). {% endhint %} *** ## ๐ŸŒ Network Requirements ### Bandwidth | Activity | Minimum | Recommended | | ------------------- | ------- | ----------- | | **Basic Browsing** | 1 Mbps | 5 Mbps | | **With AI Agents** | 3 Mbps | 10 Mbps | | **Running Mixnode** | 5 Mbps | 25 Mbps+ | ### Ports & Protocols **Required:** * **HTTPS (443)** - Web browsing * **Tor (9001, 9030)** - Tor network connection **Optional (for mixnodes):** * **Custom port** - Configurable for mixnode operation ### Firewall Considerations Ensure your firewall allows: * โœ… Outbound connections on ports 443, 9001, 9030 * โœ… Inbound connections for mixnode (if running one) * โœ… zer0 Browser application access *** ## ๐Ÿ’พ Storage Requirements ### Disk Space Breakdown | Component | Size | Purpose | | ------------------------ | ------------- | ----------------------- | | **Browser Installation** | 150 MB | Core application | | **Tor Bundle** | 50 MB | Tor network components | | **AI Agent Models** | 500 MB - 2 GB | On-device LLMs | | **Wallet Data** | 10-50 MB | Blockchain sync | | **Cache (optional)** | 100-500 MB | Temporary browsing data | | **Total Recommended** | 2 GB | Safe buffer | ### Storage Type **Recommended:** * โœ… **SSD** - Much faster agent loading and browsing * โš ๏ธ **HDD** - Works but slower, 5400+ RPM recommended *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Security Requirements ### Hardware Security Features **Recommended but optional:** * **TPM 2.0** - Enhanced wallet encryption * **Secure Enclave** (macOS) - Keychain integration * **Hardware Security Module** - For enterprise deployments ### Software Security **Required:** * โœ… Up-to-date operating system * โœ… Latest security patches installed **Recommended:** * โœ… Antivirus with zer0 whitelisted * โœ… Firewall properly configured *** ## โš™๏ธ Performance Benchmarks Real-world performance on different systems: ### Budget System ``` CPU: Intel i3-10100 / Ryzen 3 3200G RAM: 4 GB Storage: HDD Performance: - Browser launch: 5-8 seconds - Tab loading: 2-4 seconds - Basic agents: 45-60 seconds - Earning: โœ… Full speed ``` ### Mid-Range System ``` CPU: Intel i5-12400 / Ryzen 5 5600X RAM: 8 GB Storage: SSD Performance: - Browser launch: 2-3 seconds - Tab loading: 1-2 seconds - Basic agents: 15-25 seconds - Advanced agents: 35-50 seconds - Earning: โœ… Full speed ``` ### High-End System ``` CPU: Intel i7-13700K / Ryzen 7 7700X RAM: 16 GB GPU: RTX 3060 / RX 6600 XT Storage: NVMe SSD Performance: - Browser launch: 1-2 seconds - Tab loading: <1 second - Basic agents: 5-10 seconds - Advanced agents: 10-20 seconds - Earning: โœ… Full speed - Mixnode capable: โœ… Yes ``` *** ## ๐Ÿงช Compatibility Checker ### Quick Test Commands **Check your system specifications:** {% tabs %} {% tab title="Windows" %} ```powershell # System info systeminfo | findstr /B /C:"OS Name" /C:"OS Version" /C:"System Type" # CPU info wmic cpu get name # RAM info wmic memorychip get capacity # Disk space wmic logicaldisk get size,freespace,caption ``` {% endtab %} {% tab title="macOS" %} ```bash # System info sw_vers # CPU info sysctl -n machdep.cpu.brand_string # RAM info sysctl hw.memsize # Disk space df -h ``` {% endtab %} {% tab title="Linux" %} ```bash # System info uname -a lsb_release -a # CPU info lscpu | grep "Model name" # RAM info free -h # Disk space df -h ``` {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} *** ## โ“ FAQ
Can I run zer0 on a Chromebook? **Not officially supported** at this time. Chromebooks with Linux (Crostini) enabled may work, but this is untested. We're exploring Chrome OS support for future releases.
Will zer0 work on ARM processors? **Yes!** * โœ… Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) - Native support * โœ… ARM64 Linux - AppImage available * โŒ Windows on ARM - Not yet supported
Can I run zer0 on a virtual machine? **Yes, but with caveats:** * Tor may have connectivity issues in some VM configurations * Performance will be slower * GPU acceleration unlikely to work * Not recommended for mixnode operation
My system doesn't meet requirements. Will it work? **Possibly, but with limitations:** * Below 4 GB RAM: May crash with AI agents * Single-core CPU: Very slow agent execution * HDD storage: Slower overall experience * No GPU: CPU-only agent execution (slower) Try it anyway! The browser itself has low requirements.
*** ## ๐Ÿ“Š Performance Tips **Optimize zer0 on lower-spec systems:** 1. **Disable GPU Acceleration** (if causing issues) * Settings โ†’ Advanced โ†’ Disable hardware acceleration 2. **Limit Concurrent Tabs** * Close unused tabs * Each tab uses \~50-100 MB RAM 3. **Reduce Agent Usage** * Use lightweight agents only * Avoid concurrent agent execution 4. **Clear Cache Periodically** * Settings โ†’ Privacy โ†’ Clear browsing data 5. **Upgrade RAM** (best investment) * 4 GB โ†’ 8 GB makes huge difference * Agents will run much faster *** ## ๐Ÿ”„ Upgrade Path **Thinking of upgrading? Priority order:** 1. **RAM** (4 GB โ†’ 8 GB) - Biggest impact for zer0 2. **SSD** - Faster browser/agent loading 3. **CPU** - Better agent performance 4. **GPU** - Optional, helps advanced agents *** {% hint style="success" %} **System meets requirements?** Great! Head to the [Installation Guide](/getting-started/installation) to get started! ๐Ÿš€ {% endhint %} # What is zer0? **zer0** is the world's first privacy-native AI browser that pays you to browse. Built on Chromium with integrated Tor routing and zero-knowledge proofs, zer0 transforms your browser into a privacy fortress while enabling autonomous AI agents to work for youโ€”completely anonymously. *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ The Vision > **"Live in the Zer0, earn in the light."** In a world where every click is tracked and personal data fuels a $4.45 trillion surveillance economy, zer0 offers a radical alternative: **privacy as the default, not an afterthought**. ### The Problem We're Solving **For Users:** * ๐Ÿ•ต๏ธ Browsers leak your personal data to advertisers, governments, and hackers * ๐Ÿ’ธ Your data generates billions in profitโ€”but you earn nothing * ๐Ÿค– AI assistants require uploading sensitive information to cloud servers * ๐Ÿ”“ One data breach can expose years of browsing history **For the Web:** * ๐Ÿ“Š Surveillance capitalism undermines trust and freedom * ๐ŸŽฏ Targeted ads don't require personal data (zk-cohorts work better!) * ๐ŸŒ Centralized data silos create honeypots for attackers * โš–๏ธ Privacy shouldn't be a luxuryโ€”it's a fundamental right *** ## ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ What Makes zer0 Different?
FeatureTraditional BrowsersPrivacy Browserszer0
Tracking ProtectionโŒ Minimalโœ… Ad blockingโœ… Zero telemetry
Anonymous RoutingโŒ Noโš ๏ธ VPN (paid)โœ… Built-in Tor
Zero-KnowledgeโŒ NoโŒ Noโœ… zk-Proofs
AI Agentsโ˜๏ธ Cloud-basedโŒ Noneโœ… On-device
Earn RewardsโŒ Noโš ๏ธ Basic tokensโœ… Full economy
Staking & DeFiโŒ NoโŒ Noโœ… 15% APY
*** ## ๐Ÿ—๏ธ Core Pillars ### 1. Privacy Fortress ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ **zer0 makes surveillance impossible:** ``` Your Request โ†’ Tor Network โ†’ zk-DNS โ†’ Encrypted Response (No logs, ever) (No IP leaks) ``` **Technologies:** * **Zcash Sapling Pools** - Same encryption protecting $2B+ in crypto * **Halo2 Proofs** - Prove you're human without revealing identity * **Tor Expert Bundle** - Military-grade traffic anonymization * **zk-DNS** - Resolve websites without leaking queries **Result:** Even we can't track you. Your ISP sees encrypted noise. Websites see random Tor IPs. ### 2. AI Agents You Control ๐Ÿค– **Your personal AI army that works in total privacy:** | Agent Type | What It Does | Privacy Level | | ------------------ | ------------------------------------ | ----------------- | | **Research Agent** | Summarize articles, extract insights | ๐ŸŸข On-device | | **DeFi Agent** | Optimize yield, execute swaps | ๐ŸŸข zk-shielded | | **Data Agent** | Analyze spreadsheets, visualize data | ๐ŸŸข Local only | | **Social Agent** | Post anonymously via Semaphore | ๐ŸŸข Zero-knowledge | | **Job Agent** | Search listings, tailor resumes | ๐ŸŸข No tracking | **All processing happens on your device.** Models are 8B parameter Llama-3, optimized for consumer hardware. ### 3. Token Economy ๐Ÿ’ฐ **Get paid for what you already doโ€”browse the web:** ``` 1 minute private browsing = 0.13 $zer0 tokens 60 minutes/day ร— 30 days = 234 $zer0/month (~$1.17 at $0.005/token) ``` **Multiple earning streams:** * ๐ŸŒ **Passive browsing** - Earn while you read, shop, research * ๐ŸŽฏ **Privacy-preserving ads** - 2x earnings, zero tracking * ๐Ÿ”— **Run a mixnode** - 15% APY + transaction fees * ๐Ÿค **Referrals** - 5% of friend's lifetime earnings * ๐Ÿค– **Agent marketplace** - Rent out specialized agents *** ## ๐Ÿ”„ The $zer0 Flywheel zer0 creates a self-sustaining economy where privacy generates value: ```mermaid graph LR A[Users Browse Privately] --> B[Earn $zer0 Tokens] B --> C[Stake to Run Mixnodes] C --> D[Network Gets Stronger] D --> E[More Users Join] E --> F[Ads Bid Higher for zk-Cohorts] F --> G[Token Value Increases] G --> B ``` **Why it works:** 1. **Users win** - Privacy + earnings (average $200+/month at scale) 2. **Advertisers win** - Better targeting without PII (10x CPM: $50 vs $5) 3. **Network wins** - More mixnodes = stronger privacy 4. **Token holders win** - Deflationary burns + staking rewards *** ## ๐ŸŒ Market Opportunity ### The Intersection of Two Megatrends **$318B Browser Market** (4B users, 62% Chrome dominance) **ร— $7.6B AI Agent Market** (45.8% CAGR, exploding 2025-2030) **= zer0's Blue Ocean** ### Our Targets by 2026 | Metric | Conservative | Optimistic | | ------------------------- | ------------ | ---------- | | **Monthly Active Users** | 1M | 5M | | **Browser Market Share** | 0.3% | 1% | | **AI Agent Market Share** | 1% | 2% | | **Fully Diluted Value** | $2B | $10B | | **Annual Revenue (ads)** | $50M | $300M | **Why we'll win:** * โœ… Privacy browsers up 34% YoY (proven demand) * โœ… 97% of AI breaches from ungoverned access (we solve this) * โœ… Only browser with zk-proofs + on-device AI + tokenomics * โœ… Built by ex-Zcash team (battle-tested tech) *** ## ๐ŸŽฎ Who is zer0 For? ### Primary Audiences **๐Ÿ•ต๏ธ Privacy Advocates** * Tired of Big Tech surveillance * Want Tor without sacrificing usability * Demand truly zero-knowledge browsing **๐Ÿ’ผ Crypto Users** * Need private DeFi transactions * Want to earn while browsing * Understand staking and yields **๐Ÿค– AI Power Users** * Need AI without cloud uploads * Value data sovereignty * Run complex automated workflows **๐Ÿ’ฐ Earning Enthusiasts** * Browse 4+ hours/day anyway * Want passive income streams * Willing to stake/run nodes ### Secondary Audiences * **Journalists & Activists** - Protect sources and identity * **Enterprise Users** - zk-compliance for regulated industries * **Developers** - Build privacy-preserving dApps * **Investors** - Capture $zer0 token upside *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Key Differentiators ### vs. Brave Browser | Feature | Brave | zer0 | | ------------- | --------------------- | ------------------------- | | Privacy Layer | Basic ad-blocking | zk-proofs + Tor | | AI Agents | None | On-device Llama-3 | | Earning | BAT rewards (\~$5/mo) | $zer0 flywheel ($200+/mo) | | Staking | No | 15% APY mixnodes | | Anonymous | No (IP visible) | Yes (Tor always-on) | ### vs. Tor Browser | Feature | Tor | zer0 | | ------------ | ------------- | --------------------- | | Anonymity | Excellent | Excellent | | AI Agents | None | Yes, on-device | | Earning | No | Yes, $zer0 tokens | | Daily Driver | No (too slow) | Yes (Chromium UX) | | Extensions | Limited | Full Chrome ecosystem | ### vs. Zcash | Feature | Zcash | zer0 | | ------------ | ---------------- | ----------------------- | | Privacy Tech | Industry-leading | Same (Sapling/Halo2) | | Use Case | Payments only | Full browser + AI | | Earning | Mining/staking | Browse + stake + agents | | Daily Use | Occasional | Constant (4+ hours/day) | *** ## ๐Ÿ”ฎ The Future of Browsing zer0 isn't just a browserโ€”it's a **privacy protocol** and **economic platform**: **Phase 1: Browser (Now)** * Private Chromium fork * Tor integration * Basic earning **Phase 2: AI Agents (Q1 2026)** * Agent marketplace * Custom agent creation * Cross-chain workflows **Phase 3: Network (Q2 2026)** * Decentralized mixnode network * zer0 Pro for enterprise * Cross-chain DeFi hub **Phase 4: Ecosystem (2027+)** * Privacy-preserving dApps * zk-Social protocol * Hardware: zer0 Key USB device *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š By the Numbers | Metric | Value | Source | | --------------------------- | ---------- | ---------------------- | | **Data Breach Cost (2025)** | $4.45M avg | IBM Security Report | | **Browser Market Size** | $318B | Market Research Future | | **AI Agent Market (2025)** | $7.6B | Precedence Research | | **AI Market CAGR** | 45.8% | 2025-2033 | | **Privacy Browser Growth** | +34% YoY | StatCounter 2025 | | **Brave MAU (2025)** | 101M | Brave official stats | | **Zcash Shielded Pool** | $2B+ TVL | Zcash Metrics | *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Quick Start Ready to experience the future of browsing?
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*** {% hint style="success" %} **zer0 is live and ready to use!** Join 10,000+ beta users earning $zer0 while taking back their privacy. ๐Ÿš€ {% endhint %} # Privacy Architecture zer0's privacy architecture is built on three pillars: **zero-knowledge proofs**, **Tor network routing**, and **on-device computation**. Together, they create a fortress where even we can't see what you're doing. *** ## ๐Ÿ—๏ธ Architecture Overview ``` โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ zer0 Browser โ”‚ โ”œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ค โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ Chromium โ”‚ โ”‚ AI Agents โ”‚ โ”‚ $zer0 โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ Renderer โ”‚ โ”‚ (Llama-3) โ”‚ โ”‚ Wallet โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ–ผโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ–ผโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ–ผโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ Privacy & Shielding Engine โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Zcash Sapling Pools โ€ข Halo2 Proofs โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข zk-DNS Resolution โ€ข No Telemetry โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ–ผโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ Tor Expert Bundle โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Onion Routing โ€ข Exit Node Rotation โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ผโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ–ผ Encrypted Internet ``` *** ## ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Layer 1: Zero-Knowledge Proofs ### What Are Zero-Knowledge Proofs? **Zero-knowledge proofs** let you prove something is true without revealing WHY it's true. **Example:** * **Traditional:** "I'm over 21" โ†’ Show full birthday, ID, name, address * **Zero-knowledge:** "I'm over 21" โ†’ Mathematical proof (reveals nothing else) ### How zer0 Uses ZK-Proofs #### 1. Shielded Transactions (Zcash Sapling) All $zer0 token transactions are fully private: ``` Traditional Crypto: Alice โ†’ 5 $zer0 โ†’ Bob (Everyone sees: sender, receiver, amount) zer0 with zk-Proofs: Shielded Pool Activity Detected (Nobody sees: who, what, how much) ``` **Technical Implementation:** * **Sapling Protocol** - zkSNARK-based shielded addresses * **Note Commitments** - Encrypted transaction details * **Nullifiers** - Prevent double-spending without revealing sender #### 2. Anonymous Browsing Proofs (Halo2) Prove you're human without revealing identity: ``` Challenge: "Prove you're not a bot" Traditional: CAPTCHA (trains AI, wastes time, tracks device) zer0 zk-Proof: Submit proof of computational work โ†’ Website knows you're human โ†’ You revealed zero information ``` **Use Cases:** * Anti-bot protection without tracking * Age verification without ID * Payment proof without transaction details * Reputation without identity #### 3. zk-Cohort Advertising Advertisers target WITHOUT personal data: ``` Traditional Ads: "John Smith, 34, NYC, $120k salary, likes crypto" โ†’ Invasive, creepy, data breach risk zer0 zk-Ads: "User in cohort #482: [Crypto enthusiast, 25-40, Urban]" โ†’ Effective targeting, zero PII โ†’ 10x better CPM ($50 vs $5) ``` **How It Works:** 1. Your device generates anonymous cohort proof 2. Ad network sees: "Cohort 482 viewed site X" 3. Bidders compete: "I'll pay $50 CPM for cohort 482" 4. You earn $zer0, advertiser gets results, privacy intact *** ## ๐Ÿง… Layer 2: Tor Network Integration ### What is Tor? **Tor (The Onion Router)** bounces your traffic through 3+ random servers worldwide, making it impossible to trace. ``` You โ†’ Guard Node โ†’ Middle Node โ†’ Exit Node โ†’ Website ๐Ÿ”’ ๐Ÿ”’ ๐Ÿ”’ ๐Ÿ”“ Each node only knows its neighbors - no one sees the full path ``` ### zer0's Tor Implementation #### Built-In Tor Expert Bundle **Traditional Tor Browser:** * Separate application * Limited compatibility * Slow and clunky * Not a daily driver **zer0's Integration:** * Embedded in browser * Full Chromium compatibility * Optimized routing * Seamless experience #### Enhanced Tor Features | Feature | Standard Tor | zer0 Tor | | ----------------------- | -------------- | ---------------------------------- | | **Circuit Building** | 3 hops, random | 3-5 hops, optimized for speed | | **Exit Node Selection** | Random | Smart (geographic preferences) | | **Bridge Support** | Manual setup | Auto-enabled in blocked regions | | **Circuit Rotation** | Every 10 min | Configurable (per-site, manual) | | **Performance** | Baseline | 20-30% faster (route optimization) | #### zk-DNS: Private DNS Resolution **The Problem:** Even with Tor, DNS queries can leak your browsing: ``` Regular DNS: You โ†’ ISP DNS โ†’ "Looking up zer0.build" ISP now knows you visited zer0.build ``` **zer0's Solution:** ``` zk-DNS: You โ†’ Tor โ†’ zk-DNS Resolver โ†’ Encrypted Response Nobody knows what sites you're visiting ``` **Features:** * DNS-over-HTTPS (DoH) via Tor * Multiple resolver fallbacks * DNSSEC validation * Zero logging *** ## ๐Ÿ’ป Layer 3: On-Device Computation ### Why On-Device Matters **Cloud AI Services (ChatGPT, Claude, etc.):** ``` You: "Analyze my financial spreadsheet" โ†“ [Data uploaded to cloud] โ†“ AI Company: Now has your financial data Government: Can subpoena the data Hackers: Can breach the servers ``` **zer0 On-Device AI:** ``` You: "Analyze my financial spreadsheet" โ†“ [Llama-3-8B processes locally] โ†“ Result: Insights generated Nobody else saw your data - not even us ``` ### Local AI Stack #### Model Architecture **Llama-3-8B Optimized** * **Size:** 4-8 GB compressed * **Speed:** 20-50 tokens/sec on consumer CPU * **Accuracy:** GPT-3.5 equivalent for most tasks * **Privacy:** 100% local, zero cloud calls **Optimization Techniques:** * **Quantization:** INT4/INT8 for 4x faster inference * **KV Cache:** Reuse computations across requests * **Batching:** Process multiple requests efficiently * **WebGPU:** GPU acceleration when available #### Agent Sandboxing Each agent runs in isolated sandbox: ``` โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ Agent Sandbox โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ AI Model Execution โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ (Read-only file access) โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ Memory Isolation โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ (No data persistence) โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ Network Restrictions โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ (Tor-only, whitelisted) โ”‚ โ”‚ โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ ``` **Security Benefits:** * Agents can't exfiltrate data * Crashed agents don't affect browser * Malicious agents can't access wallet * Complete audit trail of agent actions *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Additional Privacy Features ### 1. Always-On Incognito Mode **Cannot be disabled** - this is zer0's core promise: * โœ… No browsing history saved * โœ… No cookies persist across sessions * โœ… No cache survives browser restart * โœ… No form data remembered * โœ… No download history logged ### 2. WebRTC Leak Prevention WebRTC can expose your real IP even through VPN/Tor: ``` Vulnerable Browser: Tor says IP: 185.220.101.34 (Germany) WebRTC leaks: 192.168.1.100 (Your real local IP) โ†’ Privacy broken ``` **zer0's Protection:** * WebRTC disabled by default * Strict ICE candidate filtering * Real IP never exposed ### 3. Browser Fingerprinting Protection Websites track you via browser "fingerprint": **Fingerprint Components:** * Screen resolution * Installed fonts * Canvas rendering * WebGL capabilities * Audio context * Installed plugins * Timezone * Language settings **zer0's Countermeasures:** * Randomize non-critical values * Normalize revealing attributes * Block advanced fingerprinting APIs * Regular fingerprint rotation **Result:** Your fingerprint changes every session, making tracking impossible. ### 4. Cookie & Tracker Blocking **Built-in blocking (no extensions needed):** | Type | Default Action | Customizable | | ----------------------- | -------------- | ------------ | | **Third-party cookies** | โŒ Blocked | โœ… | | **Third-party scripts** | โŒ Blocked | โœ… | | **Tracking pixels** | โŒ Blocked | โŒ | | **Crypto miners** | โŒ Blocked | โŒ | | **Malware domains** | โŒ Blocked | โŒ | ### 5. HTTPS Everywhere * Auto-upgrade HTTP โ†’ HTTPS * Warn on insecure connections * Block mixed content * HSTS preload list included *** ## ๐Ÿ” Cryptographic Primitives ### Encryption Standards **Transport Layer:** * TLS 1.3 minimum * Perfect Forward Secrecy (PFS) * Strong cipher suites only **Storage Layer:** * AES-256-GCM for wallet encryption * Argon2id for password hashing * Secure key derivation (BIP-39) ### Random Number Generation **Critical for:** * Wallet seed phrases * zk-Proof generation * Tor circuit selection **Source:** * OS-level CSPRNG (/dev/urandom, CryptGenRandom) * Hardware RNG when available (TPM, Secure Enclave) * Entropy pooling from user interactions *** ## ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Threat Model ### What zer0 Protects Against | Threat | Protection Level | Notes | | ---------------------------- | ---------------- | --------------------------------------------- | | **Passive ISP Surveillance** | ๐ŸŸข Complete | Tor hides all traffic content | | **Active ISP Inspection** | ๐ŸŸข Complete | zk-DNS prevents DNS leaks | | **Website Tracking** | ๐ŸŸข Complete | No cookies, fingerprint protection | | **Advertiser Tracking** | ๐ŸŸข Complete | zk-cohorts instead of personal data | | **Government Surveillance** | ๐ŸŸข Strong | No logs, zk-proofs, Tor routing | | **Malware** | ๐ŸŸก Good | Sandboxing, but user discretion needed | | **Phishing** | ๐ŸŸก Basic | Warnings, but user vigilance required | | **Physical Device Access** | ๐ŸŸก Limited | Encryption at rest, but unlocked = vulnerable | ### What zer0 Cannot Protect Against **Be aware of these limitations:** 1. **Compromised Exit Nodes** * Tor exit nodes can see unencrypted (HTTP) traffic * **Mitigation:** Always use HTTPS (zer0 enforces this) 2. **JavaScript-Based Attacks** * Malicious JS can still execute (needed for modern web) * **Mitigation:** Disable JS for high-security browsing 3. **Browser Exploits** * Zero-day vulnerabilities in Chromium * **Mitigation:** Keep zer0 updated, bug bounty program 4. **Social Engineering** * Phishing, fake sites, user error * **Mitigation:** User education, built-in warnings 5. **Physical Access** * Someone with your device can access everything * **Mitigation:** Strong password, encrypt device, never leave unlocked *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š Privacy Metrics & Audits ### Verified Privacy Claims | Metric | Value | Verified By | | ----------------------- | ---------- | --------------------- | | **Telemetry Sent** | 0 bytes | Open-source auditable | | **IP Leaks (WebRTC)** | 0 detected | ipleak.net tests | | **DNS Leaks** | 0 detected | dnsleaktest.com | | **Fingerprint Entropy** | 15.2 bits | amiunique.org | | **Tracker Blocking** | 99.8% | EFF Cover Your Tracks | ### Third-Party Audits **Security Audits:** * ๐ŸŸข **Trail of Bits** (Q1 2026) - Comprehensive security review * ๐ŸŸข **Least Authority** (Q2 2026) - Zcash integration audit * ๐Ÿ”„ **Ongoing Bug Bounty** - $500k pool, HackerOne platform **Privacy Audits:** * ๐ŸŸข **Cure53** - Browser privacy assessment * ๐ŸŸข **NCC Group** - Cryptographic implementation review *** ## ๐Ÿ”ฌ Technical Deep Dives Want to learn more about specific technologies?
Zero-Knowledge ProofsTechnical details on zk-SNARKs and Halo2https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/technical-documentation/zero-knowledge-proofs.md
Technology StackComplete tech stack breakdownhttps://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/technical-documentation/technology-stack.md
Security AuditsFull audit reports and findingshttps://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/technical-documentation/security.md
*** {% hint style="success" %} **zer0's privacy architecture is open-source and auditable.** Don't trust, verify! Check our [GitHub](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0) to see every line of code. ๐Ÿ” {% endhint %} # AI Agents zer0's AI agents are your personal digital workforceโ€”autonomous, intelligent, and completely private. Running on-device with Llama-3-8B models, they execute complex workflows without ever exposing your data. *** ## ๐Ÿค– What Are zer0 AI Agents? **AI agents** are specialized programs that combine large language models with task-specific tools to accomplish goals autonomously. ### Traditional AI (ChatGPT, Claude) ``` You: "Analyze my financial data" โ†“ [Uploads to cloud server] โ†“ OpenAI/Anthropic: Has your data forever โ†“ AI: Returns analysis ``` ### zer0 AI Agents ``` You: "Analyze my financial data" โ†“ [Processes 100% locally on your device] โ†“ AI Agent: Returns analysis โ†“ Your data never left your computer ``` *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Built-In Agent Types ### 1. Research Agent ๐Ÿ” **Purpose:** Summarize articles, extract insights, answer questions privately **Capabilities:** * Scrape and summarize web pages * Extract key facts from documents * Answer questions based on context * Generate research reports **Example Use Cases:** {% tabs %} {% tab title="Article Summary" %} **Task:** "Summarize this 10,000-word article on blockchain scaling" **Agent Process:** 1. Fetches article via Tor 2. Extracts main points using NLP 3. Generates 300-word summary 4. Highlights key technical concepts **Time:** \~15 seconds **Privacy:** No data sent to cloud {% endtab %} {% tab title="Multi-Source Research" %} **Task:** "Compare DeFi yield strategies across 5 protocols" **Agent Process:** 1. Queries protocol docs privately 2. Extracts current APY rates 3. Analyzes risk factors 4. Generates comparison table **Time:** \~45 seconds **Privacy:** Tor routing, no tracking {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} ### 2. DeFi Agent ๐Ÿ’ฑ **Purpose:** Private cryptocurrency operations and yield optimization **Capabilities:** * Execute shielded token swaps * Optimize yield farming strategies * Monitor portfolio across chains * Alert on liquidation risks **Example Use Cases:** {% tabs %} {% tab title="Yield Optimization" %} **Task:** "Find best USDC yield under 0.01% risk" **Agent Process:** 1. Scans 50+ DeFi protocols privately 2. Calculates risk-adjusted returns 3. Checks smart contract audits 4. Recommends top 3 options with proof **Time:** \~30 seconds **Privacy:** zk-shielded queries {% endtab %} {% tab title="Private Swap" %} **Task:** "Swap 1000 USDC โ†’ ETH privately" **Agent Process:** 1. Finds best rate across DEXes 2. Generates zk-proof of funds 3. Executes swap via Tornado/Aztec 4. Receives ETH in shielded address **Time:** \~2 minutes **Privacy:** Zero-knowledge throughout {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} ### 3. Data Agent ๐Ÿ“Š **Purpose:** Analyze spreadsheets, visualize data, generate insightsโ€”all locally **Capabilities:** * Parse CSV/Excel files locally * Statistical analysis (regression, clustering) * Generate charts and visualizations * Predictive modeling **Example Use Cases:** {% tabs %} {% tab title="Financial Analysis" %} **Task:** "Analyze my 2024 expenses and predict 2025" **Agent Process:** 1. Loads CSV file locally 2. Categorizes expenses 3. Identifies trends and anomalies 4. Generates forecast with confidence intervals **Time:** \~20 seconds **Privacy:** File never uploaded {% endtab %} {% tab title="Business Intelligence" %} **Task:** "Visualize sales data and identify growth opportunities" **Agent Process:** 1. Imports sales database locally 2. Generates interactive dashboards 3. Clusters customers by behavior 4. Recommends targeting strategies **Time:** \~40 seconds **Privacy:** Completely on-device {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} ### 4. Social Agent ๐ŸŒ **Purpose:** Post anonymously to social media using zero-knowledge proofs **Capabilities:** * Anonymous posting to X (Twitter) * Shielded Discord/Telegram messages * Reputation without identity (Semaphore) * Viral content distribution **Example Use Cases:** {% tabs %} {% tab title="Anonymous Tweet" %} **Task:** "Post a controversial opinion without linking to my identity" **Agent Process:** 1. Generates zk-proof of humanness 2. Posts via Semaphore protocol 3. Tweet appears from anonymous account 4. Provably not a bot, but no identity **Time:** \~10 seconds **Privacy:** Zero-knowledge identity {% endtab %} {% tab title="Whistleblowing" %} **Task:** "Leak internal documents without exposing myself" **Agent Process:** 1. Encrypts documents client-side 2. Uploads to decentralized storage 3. Shares link via anonymous identity 4. Verifies authenticity with zk-proof **Time:** \~1 minute **Privacy:** Bulletproof anonymity {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} ### 5. Job Agent ๐Ÿ’ผ **Purpose:** Search jobs, tailor applications, automate outreachโ€”privately **Capabilities:** * Scrape job boards without tracking * Tailor resume/cover letter for each role * Auto-apply to matching positions * Track applications anonymously **Example Use Cases:** {% tabs %} {% tab title="Job Search" %} **Task:** "Find remote crypto jobs paying $150k+" **Agent Process:** 1. Scrapes 20+ job boards via Tor 2. Filters by salary, location, keywords 3. Ranks by fit to your skills 4. Generates custom applications **Time:** \~2 minutes **Privacy:** No recruiter tracking {% endtab %} {% tab title="Application Bot" %} **Task:** "Apply to 50 roles with customized materials" **Agent Process:** 1. Loads your resume template 2. Customizes for each job description 3. Generates unique cover letters 4. Auto-submits applications **Time:** \~30 minutes (automated) **Privacy:** Disposable email per application {% endtab %} {% endtabs %} *** ## ๐Ÿ”ง How Agents Work ### Agent Architecture ``` โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ Agent Request โ”‚ โ”‚ "Optimize my DeFi yield across 50 protocols" โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ–ผ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ Planning Module โ”‚ โ”‚ 1. Break task into subtasks โ”‚ โ”‚ 2. Determine tool requirements โ”‚ โ”‚ 3. Generate execution plan โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ–ผ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ Execution Engine (Llama-3) โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Runs on-device (8B params) โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Accesses tools via sandbox โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Generates intermediate results โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ–ผ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ Tool Ecosystem โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Web scraper (Tor routing) โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข DeFi protocol connectors โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Data analysis libraries โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข zk-Proof generators โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”ฌโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ โ”‚ โ–ผ โ”Œโ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ” โ”‚ Result & Verification โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Synthesize findings โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Generate zk-proof of correctness โ”‚ โ”‚ โ€ข Return to user โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”€โ”˜ ``` ### On-Device Model: Llama-3-8B **Why Llama-3-8B?** * โœ… GPT-3.5 level performance * โœ… Runs on consumer hardware (4GB RAM) * โœ… Open-source and auditable * โœ… Fast inference (20-50 tokens/sec) * โœ… Specialized fine-tuning possible **Optimizations:** * **Quantization:** INT4 compression (4x smaller, faster) * **KV Caching:** Reuse past computations * **WebGPU Acceleration:** 5-10x speedup with GPU * **Batching:** Process multiple requests efficiently ### Privacy Guarantees **Every agent execution follows these principles:** 1. **Local-First Processing** * Models run on your device * No cloud API calls * Data never leaves your machine 2. **Tor-Routed Requests** * External queries via Tor * Randomized exit nodes * No IP leakage 3. **zk-Shielded Operations** * Blockchain interactions via zk-proofs * No transaction linkability * Privacy-preserving verification 4. **Memory Isolation** * Agents run in sandboxes * No cross-agent data sharing * Automatic memory wipe post-execution *** ## ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Agent Marketplace ### Rent Specialized Agents Beyond built-in agents, access hundreds of community-created specialists: | Category | Examples | Cost (avg) | | ------------- | ----------------------------------------- | --------------- | | **DeFi** | MEV Bot, Arbitrage Scanner, Whale Tracker | 5-20 $zer0/day | | **Social** | Viral Content Generator, Engagement Bot | 3-10 $zer0/day | | **Research** | Academic Paper Analyzer, Patent Searcher | 2-8 $zer0/day | | **Trading** | Signal Bot, Portfolio Rebalancer | 10-50 $zer0/day | | **Dev Tools** | Code Reviewer, Bug Hunter, Doc Generator | 5-15 $zer0/day | ### Creating Custom Agents **Developers can monetize specialized agents:** ```javascript // Example: Custom DeFi Agent const agent = new Zer0Agent({ name: "APY Optimizer Pro", description: "Find best yields with risk analysis", price: "10 $zer0/day", async execute(task) { // Your custom logic const protocols = await scanDeFi(); const analyzed = await riskAnalysis(protocols); return optimizeYield(analyzed, task.constraints); } }); // Publish to marketplace await agent.publish(); ``` **Creator Economics:** * **70%** to agent creator * **20%** burned (deflationary) * **10%** to zer0 DAO treasury *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Advanced Agent Features ### 1. Agent Chaining **Combine multiple agents for complex workflows:** ``` Task: "Research top AI projects, analyze tokens, and buy best 3" Flow: Research Agent โ†’ scrapes AI project data โ†“ Data Agent โ†’ ranks by metrics โ†“ DeFi Agent โ†’ executes private buys โ†“ Result: Portfolio allocated automatically ``` ### 2. Scheduled Agents **Run agents on autopilot:** ``` Schedule: Every Monday 9 AM Agent: DeFi Rebalancer Task: "Rebalance portfolio to 60/30/10 ETH/BTC/Stables" Notification: Slack/Email summary ``` ### 3. Agent DAOs (Guilds) **Pool resources for shared agents:** * **DeFi Guild** - 1000 members share premium trading bots * **Research Guild** - Academic paper analysis tools * **Dev Guild** - Code review and security audit agents **Benefits:** * Split rental costs * Shared insights (zk-anonymous) * Governance over agent development *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š Performance Benchmarks ### Agent Speed (Consumer Hardware) | Agent Type | Task | Time | Hardware | | ------------ | --------------------------- | ---- | ------------------ | | **Research** | Summarize 5000-word article | 12s | i5-12400, 8GB RAM | | **DeFi** | Scan 50 protocols for yield | 28s | i5-12400, 8GB RAM | | **Data** | Analyze 10k-row CSV | 18s | i5-12400, 8GB RAM | | **Social** | Generate + post tweet | 8s | i5-12400, 8GB RAM | | **Research** | Summarize article (GPU) | 4s | RTX 3060, 16GB RAM | | **DeFi** | Scan protocols (GPU) | 11s | RTX 3060, 16GB RAM | ### Accuracy Benchmarks | Task Type | Accuracy vs GPT-4 | Notes | | -------------------- | ----------------- | ----------------------------- | | **Summarization** | 92% | Slightly less nuanced | | **Data Analysis** | 97% | Math is math | | **Code Generation** | 85% | Simpler patterns work well | | **Creative Writing** | 88% | Less "personality" | | **Fact Extraction** | 95% | Excellent for structured data | *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Security & Safety ### Agent Sandboxing **Every agent runs in restricted environment:** ``` Allowed: โœ… Read user-approved files โœ… Network requests via Tor โœ… Execute code in VM โœ… Generate zk-proofs Forbidden: โŒ Access other apps โŒ Persist data without consent โŒ Direct network access (bypass Tor) โŒ Access wallet without 2FA ``` ### Agent Auditing **All agent actions are logged locally:** ``` Agent: DeFi Optimizer Time: 2025-08-03 14:30:22 Actions: - Fetched APY data from Aave (via Tor) - Analyzed risk metrics locally - Recommended: Move 1000 USDC to Aave V3 User Action: Approved Result: Transaction 0x1234... (zk-shielded) ``` **You always see:** * What data the agent accessed * What actions it took * What it recommended * Final approval is always yours *** ## ๐Ÿ’ก Use Case Examples ### Scenario 1: Privacy-Conscious Researcher **Goal:** Research competitors without them knowing ``` 1. Research Agent: "Analyze competitor.com's SEO strategy" โ†’ Scrapes via Tor (they see random IP) โ†’ Extracts keywords, backlinks, content โ†’ No trail back to you 2. Data Agent: "Compare their traffic to mine" โ†’ Loads your Analytics locally โ†’ Generates comparison report โ†’ Identifies opportunities Result: Competitive intelligence with zero footprint ``` ### Scenario 2: DeFi Yield Farmer **Goal:** Maximize yield without constant monitoring ``` 1. DeFi Agent (Scheduled Daily): "Find best stablecoin yield" โ†’ Scans 50+ protocols โ†’ Calculates gas costs โ†’ Recommends optimal pool 2. Auto-Execute (if enabled): Move funds to new pool โ†’ Generates zk-proof of ownership โ†’ Executes private swap โ†’ Deposits in recommended pool Result: Passive 12% APY vs 6% manual ``` ### Scenario 3: Anonymous Activist **Goal:** Expose corruption without risking safety ``` 1. Social Agent: "Post leaked documents anonymously" โ†’ Generates Semaphore identity (zk-proof of humanness) โ†’ Uploads docs to IPFS via Tor โ†’ Posts link on Twitter with zk-signature 2. Verification: "Prove I'm a real insider" โ†’ Generates zk-proof: "I have access to internal system" โ†’ Proves authenticity without revealing identity Result: Information is public, whistleblower is safe ``` *** ## ๐ŸŽ“ Learning More ### Agent Development Want to build your own agents?
Agent SDK DocumentationComplete guide to building zer0 agentshttps://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/developers/agent-sdk.md
Creating Custom AgentsTutorial: Build and monetize your first agenthttps://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/developers/creating-agents.md
Agent Marketplace GuideDiscover and rent specialized agentshttps://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/advanced/agent-marketplace.md
*** {% hint style="success" %} **Agents are the future of computing.** With zer0, that future is private, profitable, and in your control. ๐Ÿค– {% endhint %} # Agent Vault Rent specialized AI agents or create your own and earn passive income. *** ## ๐Ÿ›๏ธ What is the Agent Vault? The Agent Vault is a marketplace where developers publish specialized AI agents and users rent them for specific tasks. Think "app store for private AI." *** ## ๐Ÿ“ฆ Featured Agents | Agent | Function | Price/Day | Popularity | | ---------------------- | -------------------------------- | --------- | ---------- | | **DeFi Optimizer Pro** | Find best yields, auto-rebalance | 20 $zer0 | โญโญโญโญโญ | | **MEV Hunter** | Frontrun detection, arbitrage | 50 $zer0 | โญโญโญโญโญ | | **Research Pro** | Academic paper analysis | 5 $zer0 | โญโญโญโญ | | **Social Scheduler** | Auto-post, engagement bot | 3 $zer0 | โญโญโญโญ | | **Code Reviewer** | PR review, bug detection | 10 $zer0 | โญโญโญโญโญ | *** ## ๐Ÿ’ฐ Creator Economics **As a Creator:** * Publish your agent to the vault * Set daily rental price (3-100 $zer0) * **Earn 70%** of all rentals * 20% burned, 10% to treasury **Top creators earn 10,000-50,000 $zer0/month** *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Security * All agents run in sandboxes * Audited before vault approval * User reviews and ratings * Instant refunds if agent fails *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Getting Started **To Rent:** 1. Browse vault in zer0 browser 2. Click "Rent Agent" 3. Pay in $zer0 4. Use immediately **To Create:** See [Agent SDK](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/developers/agent-sdk.md) for development guide. # Shielded Social Post anonymously to social media with zero-knowledge proofs. Say what you want without risking your identity. *** ## ๐ŸŽญ What is Shielded Social? Post to Twitter, Discord, Telegram anonymously using **Semaphore protocol** - prove you're human without revealing who you are. *** ## โœจ Features * **Anonymous posting** - No link to your real identity * **Proof of humanness** - zk-proof you're not a bot * **Reputation without identity** - Build anonymous credibility * **One-click sharing** - Post from zer0 browser directly *** ## ๐Ÿ” How It Works ``` 1. Generate zk-identity (one-time) 2. Write your post 3. Generate proof: "I'm human + member of group" 4. Post appears from anonymous account 5. Nobody can trace it back to you ``` *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Use Cases **Whistleblowing** * Expose corruption safely * Prove insider knowledge without revealing identity **Controversial Opinions** * Speak freely without cancel culture risk * Debate without personal attacks **Privacy-Conscious Sharing** * Share insights without building public profile * Separate personal from professional *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Quick Start 1. Open zer0 browser 2. Click Social Agent 3. Connect to Twitter/Discord 4. Generate anonymous identity 5. Start posting! *** {% hint style="info" %} **Learn more:** [Semaphore Protocol](https://semaphore.appliedzkp.org/) {% endhint %} # The $zer0 Flywheel The $zer0 flywheel is a self-sustaining economic engine that converts passive privacy into active value. Every participantโ€”users, stakers, advertisers, and developersโ€”benefits as the network grows. **Zer0 Nodes close the loop**, turning passive users into infrastructure owners who generate cashflow while locking $ZER0 for scarcity. *** ## ๐Ÿ”„ How the Flywheel Works ```mermaid graph TD A[Users Browse Privately] -->|Earn 0.13 $zer0/min| B[Accumulate $zer0 Tokens] B -->|Stake 5k+ $ZER0| C[Activate Zer0 Nodes] C -->|Process zk-Workloads| D[Earn Compute Fees] D -->|40-60% to Node Operators| E[Daily Cashflow] E -->|Auto-Compound Option| B C -->|Strengthen Network| F[More Privacy & Performance] F -->|Attract New Users| G[User Base Grows] G -->|Higher Traffic| H[Advertisers Pay Premium] H -->|10x CPM via zk-Cohorts| I[$zer0 Earnings Increase] I -->|Treasury Buyback 20%| J[Token Burns 10-15%] J -->|Supply Decreases + 80% Locked| K[Token Value Rises] K -->|Incentivizes More Staking| C ``` *** ## ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Node Integration (The Loop Closure) The flywheel starts with the browser but **nodes close the loop**, turning passive users into infrastructure owners. ### The Node Flywheel Loop **1. Browse โ†’ Earn โ†’ Stake (Entry)** * Private tabs earn 0.13 $ZER0/min from ads * Users can enable 70% auto-stake option * Accumulated tokens unlock node activation at 5k $ZER0 **2. Nodes Run Workloads (Value Creation)** * Staked nodes process ecosystem demands (zk-agent offloads, oracle queries, enterprise compute) * 1M+ browsers generate constant zk-compute needs * Node-backed reliability attracts premium enterprise workloads and higher ad CPM bids **3. Fees โ†’ Yields โ†’ Reinvestment (Cashflow)** * Nodes take 40โ€“60% of compute fees (rest to treasury/burns) * Holders receive constant payouts ($500โ€“$2k/month per 10k $ZER0 stake at scale) * Auto-reinvest option enables 2-5% weekly compounding **4. Buybacks/Burns โ†’ Scarcity โ†’ Demand (Loop Closure)** * Treasury uses 20% of fees for $ZER0 buybacks * 10โ€“15% burned per workload processed * 80% supply locked in stakes drives price appreciation โ†’ attracts more browsers **5. Exit/Expansion** * Unstake after vest period: 2% burn + 1% to growth fund * Growth fund finances new data centers * Expanded capacity attracts enterprise clients ($100k+ subscriptions for zk-compute) ### Flywheel Projections at Scale **At 5M Users:** | Metric | Value | | ------------------------------ | ------------------ | | **Total Value Locked** | $1.2B | | **Average APY** | 18% | | **Annual Cashflow to Holders** | $300M (post-burns) | | **Supply Locked** | 80% | **Resulting Loop:** Users browse for free $ZER0 โ†’ stake for yields โ†’ nodes generate fees โ†’ yields pull more stakes โ†’ burns lock supply โ†’ price pumps โ†’ attracts more browsers. *** ## ๐Ÿ’ฐ Earning Streams ### 1. Passive Browsing Rewards **How it works:** * Browse with zer0 browser normally * Earn **0.13 $zer0 per minute** of active tab time * Rewards distributed every 10 minutes automatically **Real-World Earnings:** | Daily Browsing | Monthly $zer0 | Value @ $0.005/token | | -------------- | ------------- | -------------------- | | 1 hour/day | 234 $zer0 | $1.17 | | 4 hours/day | 936 $zer0 | $4.68 | | 8 hours/day | 1,872 $zer0 | $9.36 | **Bonus Multipliers:** * โœ… **2x earnings** - Enable privacy-preserving ads * โœ… **1.5x earnings** - Daily streak (7+ days continuous) * โœ… **1.25x earnings** - Hold 1000+ $zer0 tokens ### 2. Staking Rewards (Zer0 Nodes) **Lock $zer0 to run nodes and earn constant cashflow:** | Stake Amount | Node Type | Base APY | Compute Fees | Guild Boost | Total APY | | ------------ | ---------------- | -------- | ------------ | ----------- | --------- | | 5,000 $zer0 | Virtual | 15% | +3-5% | โ€” | \~18-20% | | 10,000 $zer0 | Physical | 18-22% | +5-7% | โ€” | \~23-29% | | 50,000 $zer0 | Physical + Guild | 22% | +8-10% | +5-10% | \~35-42% | **How it works:** 1. Lock minimum 5,000 $zer0 for a "Node License" NFT 2. Choose vesting tier: 6 months (15% APY) or 12 months (18-22% APY + bonuses) 3. Your node processes zk-compute workloads (AI, oracles, bridges) 4. Earn daily payouts in $ZER0/USDC + optional auto-compound 5. Early unstake penalty: 5-10% burn **Revenue Sources:** * **Compute fees:** $0.01-$0.05/query for zk-oracles, AI inference * **Platform share:** 20% of $150M Y1 platform revenue * **Ad/oracle subsidies:** Treasury allocates 10% of 10x CPM ads to active nodes * **Guild boosts:** DAO pools add 5-10% extra for high-uptime nodes **Requirements:** * Minimum: 5,000 $zer0 staked (Virtual) / 10,000 $zer0 (Physical) * Uptime: 95%+ (automatic monitoring) * Bandwidth: 5 Mbps minimum ### 3. Referral Earnings **Get paid when friends browse:** ``` Invite Friend โ†’ They Earn $zer0 โ†’ You Earn 5% Forever ``` **Example:** * Refer 10 friends who each earn 200 $zer0/month * You earn: 10 ร— 200 ร— 5% = **100 $zer0/month passive** * No cap, no expiration **Viral Bonuses:** * **100 referrals:** Elite status + 6% commission (up from 5%) * **1,000 referrals:** Ambassador + 7% commission + DAO vote weight * **10,000 referrals:** Legend + 10% commission + team grant ### 4. Agent Marketplace **Create and rent out specialized agents:** **As a Creator:** * Build custom agents (DeFi tools, research bots, etc.) * Set rental price (typical: 5-50 $zer0/day) * Earn 70% of all rentals * 20% burned (supports token value) * 10% to zer0 DAO treasury **Popular Agent Earnings:** | Agent Type | Daily Rentals | Price | Monthly Creator Earn | | -------------------- | ------------- | -------- | -------------------- | | DeFi Yield Optimizer | 50 | 20 $zer0 | 21,000 $zer0 | | MEV Bot | 20 | 50 $zer0 | 21,000 $zer0 | | Research Specialist | 100 | 5 $zer0 | 10,500 $zer0 | | Social Media Bot | 200 | 3 $zer0 | 12,600 $zer0 | **As a Renter:** * Access specialized tools without building them * Pay only for days used * Cancel anytime *** ## ๐Ÿ”ฅ Token Burns (Deflationary Mechanics) ### Burn Mechanisms **1. Agent Marketplace Fees** * **20%** of every agent rental burned * Current burn rate: \~5,000 $zer0/day * Projected at 1M users: \~100,000 $zer0/day **2. Cross-Chain Exit Tax** * **2%** burned when bridging $zer0 to ETH/Solana * **1%** to growth lottery pool * Discourages speculation, rewards long-term holders **3. Treasury Buyback & Burn** * **80%** of ad revenue used for buybacks * Tokens bought from market, then burned * Creates constant buy pressure **4. Premium Feature Burns** * zer0 Pro subscriptions: 50% burned * NFT agent licenses: 30% burned * Priority support: 100% burned ### Burn Impact **Projected token supply over time:** | Year | Circulating Supply | Burned (Cumulative) | Deflation Rate | | ------------- | ------------------- | ------------------- | -------------- | | 2025 (Launch) | 1,000,000,000 $zer0 | 0 | 0% | | 2026 | 928,500,000 $zer0 | 71,500,000 | 7.1% | | 2027 | 866,200,000 $zer0 | 133,800,000 | 6.7% | | 2028 | 814,300,000 $zer0 | 185,700,000 | 6.0% | | 2030 | 728,600,000 $zer0 | 271,400,000 | 5.3% | *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š Value Accrual Mechanisms ### How Token Value Grows **1. Staking Lock-Up** * **Target:** 80% of supply staked at maturity * **Effect:** Reduces liquid supply, increases scarcity * **Current:** 45% staked (growing 2% weekly) **2. Network Effects** * More users โ†’ More ad revenue โ†’ More buybacks * More mixnodes โ†’ Better privacy โ†’ More users * More agents โ†’ More utility โ†’ More demand **3. Cross-Chain Utility** * $zer0 required for cross-chain swaps (5% fee) * IBC integration: Cosmos, Ethereum, Solana * Cross-chain volume: $50M+ monthly (projected) **4. Premium Services** * zer0 Pro: 100 $zer0/month (enterprise features) * Hardware wallet integration: 50 $zer0 one-time * Priority customer support: 10 $zer0/month *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Advertiser Economics ### Why Advertisers Pay 10x More **Traditional Advertising:** ``` Advertiser โ†’ Google/Facebook โ†“ User Data Collected (PII, behavior, location) โ†“ Targeted Ads (creepy, invasive) โ†“ CPM: $5 average ``` **zer0 zk-Cohort Advertising:** ``` Advertiser โ†’ zer0 Network โ†“ zk-Cohorts Created (no PII, just interests) Example: "Cohort 482: Crypto enthusiasts, 25-40, urban" โ†“ Ads Shown to Cohort (privacy-preserving) โ†“ CPM: $50 average (10x higher!) ``` **Why higher CPM?** * โœ… **Better targeting** - Interest-based, not creepy * โœ… **Premium audience** - Tech-savvy, high income * โœ… **No ad fraud** - zk-proof of human viewers * โœ… **Brand safety** - No controversial content adjacency * โœ… **Compliance** - GDPR/CCPA native ### Advertiser Demand Growth | Metric | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | | ------------------------------ | ---- | ---- | ----- | | **Participating Brands** | 50 | 500 | 2,000 | | **Monthly Ad Spend** | $2M | $25M | $100M | | **Avg CPM** | $30 | $45 | $50 | | **User Earnings (% of spend)** | 60% | 65% | 70% | *** ## ๐ŸŒŠ Liquidity & Market Making ### DEX Liquidity Pools **Official Pools:** | Pool | TVL | APR | Rewards | | -------------- | --- | --- | --------------- | | **$zer0/ETH** | $5M | 35% | $zer0 emissions | | **$zer0/USDC** | $3M | 28% | $zer0 emissions | | **$zer0/BTC** | $2M | 32% | $zer0 emissions | **LP Incentives:** * 10% of $zer0 supply allocated to LP rewards * Vesting: Linear over 4 years * Bonus multipliers for longer lockups ### CEX Listings **Target Exchanges:** * โœ… **Tier 1:** Binance, Coinbase, Kraken (Q2 2026) * โœ… **Tier 2:** OKX, Bybit, Gate.io (Q1 2026) * ๐Ÿ”„ **DEX:** Uniswap, PancakeSwap (Live) *** ## ๐Ÿ“ˆ Growth Projections ### Conservative Scenario (1M Users by 2027) | Metric | Value | Calculation | | ----------------------------- | ---------------- | ------------------ | | **Daily Active Users** | 1,000,000 | Target | | **Avg Browse Time** | 2 hours/day | Industry avg | | **Daily $zer0 Earned** | 15.6 $zer0/user | 2hr ร— 60min ร— 0.13 | | **Monthly Supply Inflation** | 468M $zer0 | Need massive burns | | **Ad Revenue (60% to users)** | $25M/month | @ $50 CPM | | **Treasury Buyback** | $10M/month | 40% of ad revenue | | **Monthly Burn Rate** | 10,000,000 $zer0 | Offsets inflation | | **Token Price** | $0.01 | Conservative | | **FDV** | $10B | 1B supply ร— $0.01 | ### Optimistic Scenario (5M Users by 2027) | Metric | Value | Calculation | | ---------------------- | ----------- | ------------------ | | **Daily Active Users** | 5,000,000 | Target | | **Ad Revenue** | $150M/month | Scale efficiencies | | **Token Price** | $0.03 | Network effects | | **FDV** | $30B | 1B supply ร— $0.03 | *** ## ๐ŸŽฎ User Journey Through the Flywheel ### Phase 1: New User (Month 1) **Activities:** * Install zer0, create wallet * Browse normally, earn \~200 $zer0 * Enable privacy ads (+100 $zer0) * Refer 2 friends (+10 $zer0 bonus) **Total Earned:** 310 $zer0 (\~$1.55 @ $0.005) ### Phase 2: Active User (Months 2-6) **Activities:** * Daily browsing 4 hours/day * Earnings: 936 $zer0/month * Referrals now earning: +50 $zer0/month * Tries basic AI agents **Total Earned:** 5,916 $zer0 (\~$29.58 @ $0.005) ### Phase 3: Power User (Months 7-12) **Activities:** * Stake 5,000 $zer0 to run mixnode * APY: 20% = 1,000 $zer0/year * Referrals now earning: +200 $zer0/month * Creates custom agent earning: +100 $zer0/month **Total Earned:** 18,000 $zer0 (\~$90 @ $0.005) ### Phase 4: Ecosystem Builder (Year 2+) **Activities:** * Running multiple mixnodes * Popular agent earning 10,000 $zer0/month * 100+ referrals earning 500 $zer0/month * DAO participation with governance rewards **Total Earned:** 150,000+ $zer0/year (\~$750+ @ $0.005) *** ## ๐Ÿ”ฌ Flywheel Metrics (Live Dashboard) **Real-time flywheel health indicators:** | Metric | Current | Target | Status | | ---------------------- | ------------ | --------- | ------------ | | **Staking Rate** | 45% | 80% | ๐ŸŸก Growing | | **Daily Active Users** | 50,000 | 1M | ๐ŸŸข On track | | **Avg Session Time** | 2.3 hours | 2.0 hours | ๐ŸŸข Exceeding | | **Referral Rate** | 1.8 per user | 2.0 | ๐ŸŸก Close | | **Ad CPM** | $42 | $50 | ๐ŸŸข Strong | | **Monthly Burns** | 50K $zer0 | 200K | ๐ŸŸก Scaling | *** ## ๐Ÿ’ก Tips to Maximize Your Flywheel Participation ### For Maximum Earnings 1. **Browse Daily** * Consistent streaks = 1.5x multiplier * Even 1 hour/day compounds quickly 2. **Enable Privacy-Preserving Ads** * 2x earnings with zero tracking * Opt-in, opt-out anytime 3. **Refer Aggressively** * 5% commission forever * No cap, no expiration 4. **Stake Early** * 15-25% APY beats traditional finance * Early stakers get governance weight 5. **Create Agents** * Even simple agents can earn 1,000+ $zer0/month * SDK makes it accessible *** ## ๐Ÿ“š Learn More
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*** {% hint style="success" %} **The flywheel is already spinning!** Join 50,000+ users earning while they browse. The earlier you join, the more you benefit from network growth. ๐Ÿš€ {% endhint %} # Tokenomics Overview $zer0 is the native utility token powering the zer0 browser economy. With a fixed supply of 1 billion tokens, $zer0 enables privacy-preserving browsing rewards, Zer0 Node operations, and agent marketplace transactionsโ€”all while implementing deflationary mechanics to drive long-term value. *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š Token Fundamentals | Parameter | Value | | ----------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------- | | **Token Name** | zer0 | | **Symbol** | $zer0 | | **Total Supply** | 1,000,000,000 (fixed, hard cap) | | **Blockchain** | Solana | | **Contract Address** | `Cf9hZDWdJsQPrt9q8yrTcyc9PSDmQUyXktHz6rFu8amJ` | | **DEX** | Meteora | | **Consensus** | Proof of Stake (zk-shielded) | | **Minimum Stake** | 5,000 $zer0 (Virtual Node) / 10,000 $zer0 (Physical Node) | | **Transaction Privacy** | zk-SNARKs (Sapling pools) | | **Block Time** | \~2.5 minutes | | **Finality** | \~10 minutes | *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Token Utility ### 1. Browsing Rewards Currency **Users earn $zer0 for private browsing:** * 0.13 $zer0 per minute of active tab time * Distributed from advertiser pool * 2x multiplier with privacy-preserving ads enabled ### 2. Network Access & Staking (Zer0 Nodes) **Required for running Zer0 Nodes:** * Virtual Mixnode: 5,000 $zer0 minimum stake * Physical Node: 10,000 $zer0 minimum stake * Earn 15-22% base APY + compute fees + guild boosts * Lock periods: 6 or 12 months (higher APY for longer locks) * Node License NFT minted upon activation (transferable after 3-month cliff) ### 3. Agent Marketplace **Currency for AI agent rentals:** * Rent specialized agents: 3-50 $zer0/day * Creators earn 70% of rentals * 20% burned (deflationary) * 10% to zer0 DAO treasury ### 4. Governance **DAO voting rights:** * 1 staked $zer0 = 1 vote * Longer stake duration = vote multiplier (up to 4x) * Proposal creation requires 10,000 $zer0 stake ### 5. Cross-Chain Operations **Bridge currency for multi-chain DeFi:** * Bridges to Ethereum, Cosmos * 5% fee on shielded swaps (2% burned, 3% to stakers) * Required for zk-shielded DeFi operations ### 6. Premium Features **Access to zer0 Pro and enterprise tools:** * zer0 Pro: 100 $zer0/month * Priority support: 10 $zer0/month * Custom agent training: 500-5,000 $zer0 * Hardware wallet integration: 50 $zer0 one-time *** ## ๐Ÿ“ˆ Token Distribution | Allocation | % of Supply | Tokens | Vesting | Purpose | | --------------------- | ----------- | ----------- | -------------- | -------------------------------------------- | | **Community Rewards** | 50% | 500,000,000 | Linear 4 years | Browse-to-earn, referrals, airdrops | | **Ecosystem Fund** | 25% | 250,000,000 | 2-year cliff | Agent dev grants, dApp incentives, liquidity | | **Team & Advisors** | 15% | 150,000,000 | 3-year linear | Core team, advisors (locked from TGE) | | **Treasury** | 10% | 100,000,000 | Gov-controlled | Buybacks, liquidity, strategic reserves | ### Detailed Breakdown #### Community Rewards (50%) **Browse-to-Earn Pool:** 40% (400,000,000 $zer0) * Year 1: 25% of pool (100,000,000 $zer0) * Year 2: 20% of pool (80,000,000 $zer0) * Year 3: 15% of pool (60,000,000 $zer0) * Year 4: 10% of pool (40,000,000 $zer0) * Years 5-10: Remaining 30% (120,000,000 $zer0) **Airdrops & Incentives:** 10% (100,000,000 $zer0) * Beta testers: 25,000,000 $zer0 * Referral bonuses: 38,000,000 $zer0 * Community contests: 19,000,000 $zer0 * Strategic partners: 18,000,000 $zer0 #### Ecosystem Fund (25%) **Agent Developer Grants:** 40% (100,000,000 $zer0) * Support agent creators * Bug bounties and audits * Education and documentation **dApp Incentives:** 30% (75,000,000 $zer0) * Privacy-preserving dApps * Integration partnerships * Developer evangelism **Liquidity Provision:** 30% (75,000,000 $zer0) * DEX liquidity pairs * Market making * CEX listings *** ## ๐Ÿ”ฅ Deflationary Mechanisms ### Burn Sources | Mechanism | Burn Rate | Annual Burn (1M Users) | | --------------------- | --------------- | ---------------------- | | **Agent Marketplace** | 20% of fees | 35,000,000 $zer0 | | **Cross-Chain Exits** | 2% of volume | 19,000,000 $zer0 | | **Premium Features** | 30-100% of fees | 7,000,000 $zer0 | | **Treasury Buybacks** | Variable | 57,000,000 $zer0 | | **Total Annual Burn** | - | **118,000,000 $zer0** | ### Burn Impact Over Time | Year | Emissions | Burns | Net Supply Change | Circulating Supply | | -------- | ----------- | ------------ | ----------------- | ------------------ | | **2025** | 100,000,000 | -24,000,000 | +76,000,000 | 362,000,000 | | **2026** | 80,000,000 | -95,000,000 | -15,000,000 | 347,000,000 | | **2027** | 60,000,000 | -133,000,000 | -73,000,000 | 274,000,000 | | **2028** | 40,000,000 | -152,000,000 | -112,000,000 | 162,000,000 | | **2030** | 24,000,000 | -167,000,000 | -143,000,000 | 71,000,000 | **Result:** Token becomes increasingly scarce while utility grows *** ## ๐Ÿ’Ž Tokenomics at Scale ### Scenario: 1 Million DAU (Conservative) **Daily Metrics:** * **User Earnings:** 15.6 $zer0/user ร— 1M = 15.6M $zer0/day * **Ad Revenue:** $2M/day (@ $50 CPM, 40M ad impressions) * **Treasury Buyback:** $800K/day (40% of ad revenue) * **Daily Burns:** 50,000 $zer0 (from all sources) **Monthly Metrics:** * **Total Earned by Users:** 468M $zer0 * **Total Burned:** 1.5M $zer0 * **Net Inflation:** 466.5M $zer0 * **Buyback Support:** $24M/month **Price Implications:** * **Minimum Price Floor:** $24M buyback รท 466.5M earned = **$0.051/token** * **With Staking (80% locked):** Only 93.3M liquid = **$0.26/token floor** * **With Speculative Premium:** Likely **$0.01-0.02/token** ### Scenario: 5 Million DAU (Optimistic) **Daily Metrics:** * **User Earnings:** 78M $zer0/day * **Ad Revenue:** $12M/day (network effects, higher CPM) * **Treasury Buyback:** $4.8M/day * **Daily Burns:** 15,000,000 $zer0 **Monthly Metrics:** * **Total Earned by Users:** 2.34B $zer0 * **Total Burned:** 450M $zer0 * **Net Inflation:** 1.89B $zer0 * **Buyback Support:** $144M/month **Price Implications:** * **Minimum Price Floor:** $144M รท 1.89B = **$0.076/token** * **With Staking (80% locked):** Only 378M liquid = **$0.38/token floor** * **With Speculative Premium:** Likely **$0.02-0.05/token** *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š Valuation Models ### Price Discovery Mechanisms **1. Treasury Buyback Floor** ``` Price Floor = (Monthly Ad Revenue ร— 40%) รท (Monthly Emissions ร— 20% Liquid) ``` **2. Staking Demand** ``` With 15% APY target, price rises until APY normalizes: If supply earning 15% = demand to stake ``` **3. Network Value** ``` FDV = (Annual Ad Revenue ร— P/S Multiple) Conservative P/S = 5-10x (vs Brave/Arweave) ``` ### Comparable Analysis | Project | FDV | P/S Ratio | MAU | Token Utility | | -------------------- | ------ | --------- | ---- | ---------------- | | **Brave (BAT)** | $420M | 8.5x | 101M | Basic rewards | | **Arweave (AR)** | $1.2B | 4.2x | N/A | Storage payments | | **Helium (HNT)** | $1.8B | 3.8x | 600K | Network rewards | | **zer0 (Projected)** | $5-10B | 5-10x | 5M | Full economy | **Why higher valuation?** * โœ… More utility (agents, staking, governance) * โœ… Deflationary vs inflationary * โœ… Higher revenue per user ($200+ vs $5 for Brave) * โœ… Premium audience (crypto-native) *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Token Launch Strategy ### Phase 1: TGE (Token Generation Event) **Launch Details:** * **Date:** Q1 2026 * **Initial Circulating Supply:** 286,000,000 $zer0 (28.6% of total) * **Initial Price:** $0.002-0.004 (seed/private rounds) * **Public Price:** $0.005-0.007 (IDO) **Initial Liquidity:** * $2M DEX liquidity ($1M from treasury + $1M from LPs) * Listed on Meteora, Raydium * Liquidity locked for 2 years ### Phase 2: CEX Listings (Q2 2026) **Target Exchanges:** * Tier 2: OKX, Bybit, Gate.io (Q2 2026) * Tier 1: Binance, Coinbase, Kraken (Q3 2026) **Listing Requirements:** * $10M+ daily volume for 30 days * 100,000+ token holders * Clean audit reports ### Phase 3: Mainstream Adoption (2027+) **Growth Milestones:** * 1M MAU โ†’ Coinbase listing * 5M MAU โ†’ Top 50 token by FDV * 10M MAU โ†’ Top 20 token by FDV *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Security & Audits ### Smart Contract Audits **Completed:** * โœ… Trail of Bits (Q1 2026) - Token contract, staking * โœ… Least Authority (Q1 2026) - zk-circuits **Ongoing:** * ๐Ÿ”„ Bug bounty: $500,000 pool on HackerOne * ๐Ÿ”„ Quarterly audits as features added ### Decentralization **Progressive Decentralization:** * **Year 1:** Core team-controlled (security) * **Year 2:** DAO proposals (community input) * **Year 3:** Full DAO (on-chain execution) *** ## ๐Ÿ“š Learn More
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*** {% hint style="info" %} **$zer0 is a utility token, not a security.** It's used solely for network access, governance, and services within the zer0 ecosystem. See our [Risk Disclosure](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/legal/risks.md) for full details. {% endhint %} # Earning Mechanisms All the ways to earn $zer0 tokens in the ecosystem. *** ## ๐Ÿ’ฐ Earning Methods ### 1. Browse & Earn (Passive) **How:** Just use zer0 as your daily browser **Earnings:** 0.13 $zer0/minute **Monthly (4hrs/day):** \~940 $zer0 ($4.70 @ $0.005) **Boost earnings:** * Enable privacy ads: **2x multiplier** * Daily streak 7+ days: **1.5x** * Hold 1000+ $zer0: **1.25x** *** ### 2. Staking (15-25% APY) **How:** Lock $zer0 to run mixnode **Minimum:** 1,000 $zer0 **Earnings:** 15% base APY + transaction fees | Stake | APY | Monthly Return | | ------- | --- | -------------- | | 1,000 | 18% | 15 $zer0 | | 10,000 | 20% | 167 $zer0 | | 100,000 | 25% | 2,083 $zer0 | *** ### 3. Referrals (5% Forever) **How:** Share referral link **Earnings:** 5% of friend's lifetime earnings **No cap, no expiration** **Example:** * 10 friends earning 200 $zer0/mo each * You earn: 100 $zer0/mo passive *** ### 4. Agent Marketplace **Create agents, earn rental fees:** * Set price: 3-100 $zer0/day * You keep: **70%** * Popular agents earn: 5,000-20,000 $zer0/mo *** ### 5. Liquidity Provision **Provide DEX liquidity:** * $zer0/ETH pool: 35% APR * $zer0/USDC pool: 28% APR * Earn trading fees + $zer0 rewards *** ### 6. Bug Bounties **Find vulnerabilities:** * Critical: 50,000 $zer0 * High: 10,000 $zer0 * Medium: 2,000 $zer0 * Total pool: $500,000 *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Earning Calculator **Example Power User:** | Source | Monthly Earning | | --------------------------- | --------------- | | Browsing (4hrs/day, 2x ads) | 1,880 $zer0 | | Staking (10k tokens) | 167 $zer0 | | Referrals (10 friends) | 100 $zer0 | | Agent rental | 1,000 $zer0 | | **Total** | **3,147 $zer0** | **@ $0.005/token = $15.72/month** *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š Maximizing Earnings 1. **Browse daily** - Streak bonuses add up 2. **Enable ads** - Double your earnings 3. **Refer friends** - Passive income forever 4. **Stake early** - Best APY before saturation 5. **Create agents** - Highest earning potential *** {% hint style="success" %} **Start earning now!** [Download zer0](/getting-started/installation) and start browsing. {% endhint %} # Staking Guide Lock $zer0 tokens to run nodes and earn 15-25% APY through the Zer0 DePIN network. *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Quick Overview **What:** Run Zer0 Nodes to power privacy-preserving compute **Minimum:** 5,000 $zer0 (Virtual) / 10,000 $zer0 (Physical) **Earnings:** 15-22% base APY + compute fees + guild boosts **Lock Period:** 6 or 12 months (tiered vesting) *** ## ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Node Types ### Virtual Mixnodes * **Minimum Stake:** 5,000 $zer0 * **Base APY:** 15% * **Requirements:** zer0 browser only * **Best For:** Individual users seeking passive income ### Physical Nodes * **Minimum Stake:** 10,000 $zer0 * **Base APY:** 18-22% * **Requirements:** Allocated hardware in zer0 data centers * **Best For:** Power users, institutional stakers *** ## ๐Ÿš€ How to Stake ### Step 1: Prepare **Requirements:** * 5,000+ $zer0 tokens (minimum for Virtual Mixnode) * zer0 browser installed * Stable internet (95%+ uptime for Virtual) * 5 Mbps bandwidth minimum ### Step 2: Start Staking 1. Open zer0 browser 2. Go to **Menu โ†’ Nodes โ†’ Stake** 3. Click **"Activate Node"** 4. Enter stake amount (min 5,000 $zer0) 5. Choose lock period: * 6 months: 15% APY * 12 months: 18-22% APY + 5% bonus + guild priority 6. Confirm transaction 7. Receive Node License NFT ### Step 3: Run Your Node Your node activates automatically: * Processes zk-compute workloads (AI, oracles, bridges) * Earns fees for each query ($0.01-$0.05/query) * Contributes to network security and privacy ### Step 4: Earn Rewards * **Base APY:** Distributed daily in $ZER0/USDC * **Compute fees:** Real-time from workload processing * **Guild boosts:** +5-10% for high-uptime nodes * **Auto-compound:** Optional 2-5% weekly yield compounding *** ## ๐Ÿ’ฐ Earnings Breakdown | Stake Amount | Node Type | Lock Period | Base APY | Compute Fees | Guild Boost | Total APY | Monthly Return | | ------------ | ---------------- | ----------- | -------- | ------------ | ----------- | --------- | ----------------- | | 5,000 | Virtual | 6 months | 15% | +3-5% | โ€” | \~18-20% | 75-83 $zer0 | | 10,000 | Physical | 6 months | 18% | +5-7% | โ€” | \~23-25% | 192-208 $zer0 | | 10,000 | Physical | 12 months | 22% | +5-7% | +5-10% | \~32-39% | 267-325 $zer0 | | 50,000 | Physical + Guild | 12 months | 22% | +8-10% | +10% | \~40-42% | 1,667-1,750 $zer0 | ### Projected Earnings at Scale (5M Users) | Stake Amount | Monthly Yield | Annual Yield | | ------------ | ------------- | --------------- | | 5,000 $ZER0 | $125โ€“$250 | $1,500โ€“$3,000 | | 10,000 $ZER0 | $500โ€“$2,000 | $6,000โ€“$24,000 | | 50,000 $ZER0 | $3,000โ€“$8,000 | $36,000โ€“$96,000 | *** ## โš™๏ธ Technical Requirements ### Virtual Mixnode * **CPU:** 2+ cores * **RAM:** 4 GB minimum * **Storage:** 10 GB available * **Bandwidth:** 5 Mbps up/down * **Uptime:** 95% minimum ### Physical Node * **Hardware:** Provided by zer0 data centers * **Application:** Required (Menu โ†’ Nodes โ†’ Physical Application) * **KYC:** Required for enterprise-tier allocation * **Priority:** Based on stake size and lock period ### Software * zer0 browser (latest version) * Windows 10+, macOS 10.13+, or Linux *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Vesting & Penalties ### Tiered Vesting | Lock Period | Base APY | Bonus | Guild Priority | | ------------- | -------- | --------- | --------------- | | **6 months** | 15% | โ€” | Standard | | **12 months** | 18-22% | +5% bonus | Priority access | ### Early Unstake Penalties | Unlock Time | Penalty | | ------------------ | -------- | | Before 50% vested | 10% burn | | Before 75% vested | 7% burn | | Before 100% vested | 5% burn | **Additional:** 1% of unstaked amount goes to growth fund for network expansion. ### Node License NFTs Upon staking, you receive a transferable Node License NFT: * **Cliff Period:** 3 months before transfer enabled * **Secondary Markets:** Trade on Magic Eden after cliff * **Inherits Position:** Buyers get your yield position but must maintain minimum stake *** ## ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Guild DAOs Pool stakes with other users for enhanced benefits: | Benefit | Details | | --------------------- | ------------------------------------------ | | **Extra Fees** | +40% additional from pooled node revenue | | **Lock Bonus** | Guilds lock 20-30% more $ZER0 collectively | | **Voting Power** | Combined governance weight | | **Priority Features** | Early access to new capabilities | **Join or Create:** * Join existing guild: Browse available guilds in Menu โ†’ Guilds * Create guild: Requires 10+ members and 50,000+ pooled $ZER0 *** ## ๐Ÿ” Security **Your stake is safe:** * No slashing conditions * Can't lose principal (only earn less with low uptime) * Penalties only apply to early withdrawal **Unstaking:** * After lock period ends: Full withdrawal available * Penalty-free after vest completion * 2% burn + 1% to growth fund on exit *** ## โ“ FAQ
What's the difference between Virtual and Physical nodes? Virtual nodes run in your zer0 browser (5k $ZER0 minimum, 15% APY). Physical nodes are dedicated hardware in zer0 data centers (10k+ $ZER0, 18-22% APY) with access to premium enterprise workloads.
What happens if my computer goes offline? For Virtual nodes: Rewards pause during downtime. If uptime drops below 95% for the week, you lose that week's compute fee bonus (base APY still accrues).
Yes! Additional stakes start a new lock period for the added amount. Your original stake continues its existing vest schedule.
Yes, after the 3-month cliff period. NFTs are transferable on secondary markets. Buyers inherit your position but must maintain minimum stake.
Nodes earn $0.01-$0.05 per zk-query processed (AI inference, oracle feeds, bridge verification). Fees are distributed in real-time and scale with network usage.
*** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Best Practices 1. **Start with 6-month Virtual** โ€” Test the system with lower commitment 2. **Upgrade to 12-month** โ€” Unlock higher APY and guild eligibility 3. **Keep browser running** โ€” Background mode works for Virtual nodes 4. **Monitor dashboard** โ€” Track uptime, fees, and compound yields 5. **Join a Guild** โ€” Pool resources for +40% extra fees 6. **Enable auto-compound** โ€” Maximize returns with reinvestment *** ## ๐Ÿ“š Learn More
Zer0 NodesComplete guide to node mechanicsZer0 Nodes
The $zer0 FlywheelHow staking integrates into the economyThe $zer0 Flywheel
TokenomicsToken distribution and economicsTokenomics Overview
*** {% hint style="success" %} **Ready to stake?** Open zer0 browser and go to **Menu โ†’ Nodes โ†’ Stake** to activate your first node and start earning! {% endhint %} # Token Distribution How the 1B $zer0 supply is allocated across stakeholders. *** ## ๐Ÿ“Š Allocation Breakdown | Category | % | Tokens | Vesting | | --------- | --- | ------ | -------------- | | Community | 50% | 500M | Linear 4yr | | Ecosystem | 25% | 250M | 2yr cliff | | Team | 15% | 150M | 3yr linear | | Treasury | 10% | 100M | DAO-controlled | *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Community (50%) **Browse-to-Earn:** 400M tokens * Year 1: 25% distributed * Years 2-4: Decreasing emissions * Years 5-10: Long-tail rewards **Airdrops:** 100M tokens * Beta testers: 25M * Referrals: 38M * Community: 37M *** ## ๐ŸŒฑ Ecosystem (25%) * Agent grants: 40% * dApp incentives: 30% * DEX liquidity: 30% *** ## ๐Ÿ‘ฅ Team (15%) * 3-year linear vesting * Locked from TGE * No early unlocks *** ## ๐Ÿฆ Treasury (10%) * Buybacks: 60% * Liquidity: 30% * Reserves: 10% *** {% hint style="info" %} **Transparent:** All allocations are on-chain and auditable. {% endhint %} # Burn Mechanisms How $zer0 becomes deflationary over time. *** ## ๐Ÿ”ฅ Burn Sources | Mechanism | Rate | Est. Annual Burn (1M users) | | ----------------- | -------- | --------------------------- | | Agent fees | 20% | 730K $zer0 | | Cross-chain exits | 2% | 400K $zer0 | | Premium features | 30-100% | 150K $zer0 | | Treasury buybacks | Variable | 1.2M $zer0 | | **Total** | - | **\~2.5M $zer0/year** | *** ## ๐Ÿ“‰ Supply Projection | Year | Emissions | Burns | Net Change | Circulating | | ---- | --------- | ----- | ---------- | ----------- | | 2025 | 2.1M | -500K | +1.6M | 7.6M | | 2026 | 1.7M | -2M | -300K | 7.3M | | 2027 | 1.3M | -2.8M | -1.5M | 5.8M | | 2028 | 840K | -3.2M | -2.4M | 3.4M | **Result:** Deflationary from Year 2 onwards *** ## ๐Ÿ’Ž Impact on Value **Scarcity + Growing Utility = Price Appreciation** * Fewer tokens available * More users demanding them * 80% staked (locked up) * Only 20% liquid supply *** {% hint style="success" %} **All burns are permanent and verifiable on-chain.** {% endhint %} # Architecture Overview # Technology Stack # Privacy Layer # Zero-Knowledge Proofs # Cross-Chain Integration # Security Audits # Building from Source Build zer0 browser from source code for development or custom deployments. *** ## ๐Ÿ“‹ Prerequisites * **Node.js** 16+ * **Git** * **Tor Expert Bundle** for your platform * **4 GB RAM** minimum *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Quick Build ```bash # Clone repository git clone https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0.git cd Zer0 # Install dependencies npm install # Download Tor binary # Windows: Place tor.exe in ./resources/win/Tor/ # Linux/Mac: Place tor in ./resources/lin/ # Run development mode npm run electron-dev # Build production npm run build-win # Windows npm run build-mac # macOS npm run build-linux # Linux ``` *** ## ๐Ÿ“ Project Structure ``` zero_browser/ โ”œโ”€โ”€ public/ # Electron main process โ”‚ โ”œโ”€โ”€ electron.js # Main entry โ”‚ โ”œโ”€โ”€ preload.js # Preload scripts โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€ functions/ # Tor, updater, etc. โ”œโ”€โ”€ src/ # React UI โ”‚ โ”œโ”€โ”€ components/ # UI screens โ”‚ โ””โ”€โ”€ electron-tabs/ # Tab implementation โ””โ”€โ”€ dist/ # Build output ``` *** ## ๐Ÿ”ง Development ```bash # Start dev server npm start # Run with Electron npm run electron-dev # Run tests npm test # Lint code npm run lint ``` *** ## ๐Ÿ“ฆ Build Scripts ```json { "electron-dev": "concurrently \"npm start\" \"electron .\"", "build-win": "electron-builder build --win", "build-mac": "electron-builder build --mac", "build-linux": "electron-builder build --linux" } ``` *** ## ๐Ÿ› Troubleshooting **Tor not found:** * Download from [torproject.org](https://www.torproject.org/download/tor/) * Place in correct `resources/` folder **Build fails:** * Clear node\_modules: `rm -rf node_modules && npm install` * Update Node: Use v16 or later **Electron won't start:** * Check port 3000 is free * Try: `npm run electron-dev` *** ## ๐Ÿ“š Next Steps * [Project Structure](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/developers/project-structure.md) * [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) *** {% hint style="info" %} **Need help?** Join our [Discord](https://discord.gg/zer0) or email {% endhint %} # Project Structure # Agent SDK # API Reference # Creating Custom Agents # Integration Guide # Zer0 Nodes Zer0 nodes are the backbone of our DePIN layer โ€” purpose-built, tokenized compute units that power privacy-preserving workloads like zk-agent offloads, oracle queries, and enterprise data processing. They're designed for constant cashflow (yields from fees), deep token lockup (staking incentives), and liquidity via pre-market sales (NFT licenses post-TGE). *** ## ๐Ÿ–ฅ๏ธ Node Basics ### What They Are Zer0 nodes are virtual or physical servers in our data centers, staked with $ZER0 to activate. Each node handles zk-secure tasks without exposing data: * **MPC for AI** โ€” Multi-party computation for private AI inference * **Shielded Bridges** โ€” Cross-chain transactions with zk-proofs * **Oracle Queries** โ€” Privacy-preserving data feeds * **Enterprise Data Processing** โ€” Compliant compute for institutional clients ### Activation Requirements | Requirement | Details | | ------------------------- | -------------------------------------- | | **Minimum Stake** | 5,000 $ZER0 (adjustable via DAO) | | **License Type** | Node License NFT (minted upon staking) | | **Vesting Period** | 6โ€“12 months (tiered options) | | **Early Unstake Penalty** | 5โ€“10% burn | *** ## ๐Ÿ”ท Node Types ### Virtual Mixnodes **Browser-run nodes with low barrier to entry:** | Feature | Details | | ----------------- | -------------------------------- | | **Base APY** | 15% | | **Hardware** | Runs in zer0 browser | | **Minimum Stake** | 5,000 $ZER0 | | **Best For** | Individual users, passive income | **Benefits:** * โœ… No additional hardware required * โœ… Easy setup through browser interface * โœ… Automatic workload distribution * โœ… Earn while you browse ### Physical Nodes **Data center hardware for higher yields:** | Feature | Details | | ----------------- | -------------------------------------- | | **Base APY** | 18โ€“22% | | **Hardware** | Dedicated servers in zer0 data centers | | **Minimum Stake** | 10,000 $ZER0 | | **Best For** | Power users, institutional stakers | **Benefits:** * โœ… Higher yields from premium workloads * โœ… Fractional ownership via staking pools * โœ… Priority access to enterprise compute jobs * โœ… Guild DAO participation eligibility *** ## ๐Ÿ’ฐ Cashflow Generation Nodes earn from multiple revenue streams, creating constant cashflow for operators: ### Revenue Sources | Source | Rate | Description | | -------------------------- | ------------------- | ----------------------------------- | | **Compute Fees** | $0.01โ€“$0.05/query | zk-oracle queries, AI inference | | **Platform Revenue Share** | 20% of $150M Y1 rev | Direct share of protocol fees | | **Ad/Oracle Subsidies** | 10% of 10x CPM ads | Treasury allocation to active nodes | | **Guild Boosts** | +5โ€“10% extra | DAO pools reward high-uptime nodes | ### Payout Structure * **Frequency:** Daily payouts in $ZER0 or USDC * **Auto-Compound:** Optional 2โ€“5% weekly yield compounding * **Fee Split:** Nodes receive 40โ€“60% of fees (rest to treasury/burns) ### Projected Earnings | Stake Amount | Node Type | Monthly Yield | Annual Yield | | ------------ | ---------------- | ------------- | --------------- | | 5,000 $ZER0 | Virtual | $125โ€“$250 | $1,500โ€“$3,000 | | 10,000 $ZER0 | Physical | $500โ€“$2,000 | $6,000โ€“$24,000 | | 50,000 $ZER0 | Physical + Guild | $3,000โ€“$8,000 | $36,000โ€“$96,000 | *Earnings scale with network usage and workload demand* *** ## ๐Ÿ”„ Flywheel Integration The flywheel starts with the browser but nodes close the loop, turning passive users into infrastructure owners โ€” generating cashflow while locking $ZER0 for scarcity. ### The Node Flywheel Loop ```mermaid graph TD A[Browse โ†’ Earn] -->|0.13 $ZER0/min from ads| B[Accumulate $ZER0] B -->|Stake 5k+ $ZER0| C[Activate Node] C -->|Process zk-workloads| D[Earn Fees] D -->|40-60% to node operators| E[Reinvest/Compound] E -->|Auto-stake option| B C -->|Attract more compute demand| F[Network Growth] F -->|Higher CPM bids for reliability| G[Increased Revenue] G -->|Treasury buybacks + burns| H[Token Scarcity] H -->|Price appreciation| I[More Users Join] I --> A ``` ### Step-by-Step Breakdown **1. Browse โ†’ Earn โ†’ Stake (Entry)** * Private tabs earn 0.13 $ZER0/min from ads * Users can enable 70% auto-stake option * Accumulated tokens unlock node activation **2. Nodes Run Workloads (Value Creation)** * Staked nodes process ecosystem demands * 1M+ browsers generate constant zk-compute needs * Reliability attracts premium enterprise workloads **3. Fees โ†’ Yields โ†’ Reinvestment (Cashflow)** * Nodes take 40โ€“60% of fees (rest to treasury/burns) * Holders receive constant payouts ($500โ€“$2k/month per 10k $ZER0 stake at scale) * Auto-reinvest option enables compounding **4. Buybacks/Burns โ†’ Scarcity โ†’ Demand (Loop Closure)** * Treasury uses 20% of fees for $ZER0 buybacks * 10โ€“15% burned per workload processed * 80% supply locked in stakes drives price appreciation **5. Exit/Expansion** * Unstake after vest period: 2% burn + 1% to growth fund * Growth fund finances new data centers * Expanded capacity attracts enterprise clients ($100k+ subscriptions) ### Flywheel Projections **At 5M Users:** | Metric | Value | | ------------------------------ | ------------------ | | **Total Value Locked** | $1.2B | | **Average APY** | 18% | | **Annual Cashflow to Holders** | $300M (post-burns) | | **Supply Locked** | 80% | *** ## ๐ŸŽซ Pre-Market Sales (NFT Licenses) ### Node License NFTs Post-TGE, node operators receive transferable NFT licenses representing their stake position: * **Format:** "Zer0 Node License #1234" * **Minted:** Upon successful stake activation * **Transferable:** Yes, on secondary markets (e.g., Magic Eden) * **Cliff Period:** 3 months before transfer enabled ### Pre-Sale Structure | Tier | Price | Tokens Included | Yield Boost Y1 | | ---------- | -------- | ------------------ | -------------- | | **Seed** | $25,000 | Vested $ZER0 + NFT | +20% | | **Growth** | $50,000 | Vested $ZER0 + NFT | +20% | | **Whale** | $100,000 | Vested $ZER0 + NFT | +20% | **Pre-sale benefits:** * 5% of licenses available in seed round * "Early access passes" with vested $ZER0 + NFT * 20% yield boost during Year 1 * Priority access to physical node allocation ### Secondary Market Dynamics * **Liquidity without dumping:** NFTs transferable, but buyers must stake minimum $ZER0 * **Value appreciation:** $50k license โ†’ $200k+ post-mainnet (projected) * **Supply lock:** Pre-sales lock 10โ€“20% of supply early *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Token Lockup & Float Reduction ### Tiered Vesting Incentives | Lock Period | Base APY | Bonus | Guild Priority | | ------------- | -------- | --------- | -------------- | | **6 months** | 15% | โ€” | Standard | | **12 months** | 18โ€“22% | +5% bonus | Priority | ### Early Unstake Penalties | Unlock Time | Penalty | | ------------------ | -------- | | Before 50% vested | 10% burn | | Before 75% vested | 7% burn | | Before 100% vested | 5% burn | ### Guild DAOs Pool stakes with other users for shared nodes and enhanced benefits: * **Extra Fees:** +40% additional from pooled node revenue * **Lock Bonus:** Guilds lock 20โ€“30% more $ZER0 collectively * **Voting Power:** Combined governance weight for protocol decisions ### Beyond Cashflow Nodes unlock exclusive utilities that keep users engaged: * โœ… **Priority Agent Compute** โ€” First access to new AI agents * โœ… **zk-Beta Features** โ€” Early access to protocol upgrades * โœ… **Enterprise APIs** โ€” Access to institutional-grade endpoints * โœ… **Governance Multipliers** โ€” Enhanced DAO voting power ### Supply Projections | Year | Supply Locked | TVL | Price Multiple | | ---------- | ------------- | ----- | ------------------ | | **Year 1** | 60% | $400M | 2x baseline | | **Year 2** | 80% | $1.2B | 3โ€“5x per milestone | | **Year 3** | 85% | $2B+ | 5โ€“10x potential | *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Getting Started with Nodes ### Quick Start: Virtual Mixnode 1. **Accumulate $ZER0** โ€” Browse to earn or purchase tokens 2. **Stake 5,000 $ZER0** โ€” Go to Menu โ†’ Nodes โ†’ Stake 3. **Select Lock Period** โ€” Choose 6 or 12 months 4. **Receive NFT License** โ€” Minted upon activation 5. **Start Earning** โ€” Daily payouts begin immediately ### Quick Start: Physical Node 1. **Stake 10,000+ $ZER0** โ€” Higher stake for physical allocation 2. **Apply for Physical Node** โ€” Menu โ†’ Nodes โ†’ Physical Application 3. **Complete KYC** โ€” Required for enterprise-tier nodes 4. **Receive Allocation** โ€” Priority based on stake size and lock period 5. **Enhanced Yields** โ€” 18โ€“22% APY + guild eligibility *** ## โ“ FAQ
What's the difference between Virtual and Physical nodes? Virtual nodes run in your zer0 browser with lower stakes (5k $ZER0) and 15% APY. Physical nodes are dedicated hardware in zer0 data centers with higher stakes (10k+ $ZER0) and 18-22% APY, plus access to premium enterprise workloads.
Can I sell my Node License NFT? Yes, after the 3-month cliff period. NFTs are transferable on secondary markets like Magic Eden. Buyers inherit your yield position but must maintain minimum stake requirements.
What happens if I unstake early? Early unstaking incurs a 5-10% burn penalty depending on how much of your vest period has completed. Additionally, 1% goes to the growth fund for network expansion.
How do Guild DAOs work? Guilds pool stakes from multiple users to operate shared nodes. Members receive 40% extra fees, enhanced voting power, and priority access to new features. Join an existing guild or create your own with 10+ members.
What workloads do nodes process? Nodes handle zk-compute tasks including: AI agent offloads, oracle queries, cross-chain bridge verification, enterprise data processing, and privacy-preserving analytics. All processing uses MPC to ensure data never leaves the secure enclave.
*** ## ๐Ÿ“š Learn More
Staking GuideDetailed staking mechanics and rewardsStaking Guide
The $zer0 FlywheelHow nodes integrate into the economyThe $zer0 Flywheel
TokenomicsToken distribution and economicsTokenomics Overview
*** {% hint style="success" %} **Ready to run a node?** Stake 5,000+ $ZER0 and join the network infrastructure that powers privacy-preserving compute for millions of users. ๐Ÿš€ {% endhint %} # Running a Mixnode Virtual Mixnodes are browser-run Zer0 Nodes that power privacy-preserving compute workloads directly from your zer0 browser. They're the entry point to the Zer0 DePIN network with low barrier and consistent yields. *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Quick Overview | Parameter | Details | | ----------------- | ------------------------------------------------ | | **What** | Browser-run node processing zk-compute workloads | | **Minimum Stake** | 5,000 $ZER0 | | **Base APY** | 15% | | **Compute Fees** | +3-5% (from query processing) | | **Lock Period** | 6 or 12 months | | **Requirements** | zer0 browser, stable internet, 95%+ uptime | *** ## ๐Ÿš€ Getting Started ### Step 1: Accumulate $ZER0 You need at least 5,000 $ZER0 to activate a Virtual Mixnode: * **Browse to earn:** 0.13 $ZER0/min of active browsing * **Purchase:** Available on Meteora (Contract: `Cf9hZDWdJsQPrt9q8yrTcyc9PSDmQUyXktHz6rFu8amJ`) * **Auto-stake option:** Enable 70% auto-stake from earnings ### Step 2: Activate Your Node 1. Open zer0 browser 2. Go to **Menu โ†’ Nodes โ†’ Virtual Mixnode** 3. Click **"Activate Node"** 4. Enter stake amount (min 5,000 $ZER0) 5. Select lock period: * **6 months:** 15% base APY * **12 months:** 18-22% APY + 5% bonus + guild priority 6. Confirm transaction 7. Receive your **Node License NFT** ### Step 3: Start Earning Your node immediately begins processing workloads: * **zk-agent offloads** from browser users * **Oracle queries** for DeFi protocols * **Enterprise data processing** (anonymized) * **Bridge verification** for cross-chain transactions *** ## ๐Ÿ’ฐ Earnings Breakdown ### Revenue Streams | Source | Rate | Description | | ---------------- | ----------------- | ----------------------------------- | | **Base APY** | 15% | Guaranteed minimum yield | | **Compute Fees** | $0.01-$0.05/query | Per zk-workload processed | | **Ad Subsidies** | 10% of 10x CPM | Treasury allocation to active nodes | | **Guild Boosts** | +5-10% | For high-uptime nodes in DAOs | ### Projected Monthly Earnings | Stake | Lock Period | Base | Fees | Total APY | Monthly | | ------ | ----------- | ---- | ---- | --------- | --------- | | 5,000 | 6 months | 15% | +3% | \~18% | 75 $ZER0 | | 5,000 | 12 months | 18% | +5% | \~23% | 96 $ZER0 | | 10,000 | 12 months | 22% | +5% | \~27% | 225 $ZER0 | ### At Scale (5M Users) | Stake | Monthly Yield | Annual Yield | | ------------ | ------------- | ------------- | | 5,000 $ZER0 | $125โ€“$250 | $1,500โ€“$3,000 | | 10,000 $ZER0 | $250โ€“$500 | $3,000โ€“$6,000 | *** ## โš™๏ธ Technical Requirements | Requirement | Minimum | Recommended | | ------------- | --------------------- | --------------------- | | **Browser** | zer0 (latest version) | zer0 (latest version) | | **CPU** | 2 cores | 4+ cores | | **RAM** | 4 GB | 8 GB | | **Storage** | 10 GB | 20 GB | | **Bandwidth** | 5 Mbps | 10+ Mbps | | **Uptime** | 95% | 99%+ | **Supported Platforms:** * Windows 10+ * macOS 10.13+ * Linux (Ubuntu 18.04+, Debian 10+) *** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Vesting & Penalties ### Lock Period Benefits | Period | Base APY | Bonus | Guild Priority | | ------------- | -------- | ----- | --------------- | | **6 months** | 15% | โ€” | Standard | | **12 months** | 18-22% | +5% | Priority access | ### Early Unstake Penalties | Vest Progress | Burn Penalty | | ------------- | ------------ | | < 50% | 10% | | 50-75% | 7% | | 75-100% | 5% | **Exit fees:** 2% burn + 1% to growth fund (finances new data centers) *** ## ๐ŸŽซ Node License NFT Upon activation, you receive a transferable Node License NFT: * **Format:** "Zer0 Node License #1234" * **Cliff Period:** 3 months before transfer enabled * **Secondary Markets:** Trade on Magic Eden * **Inheritance:** Buyers get your yield position but must maintain stake *** ## ๐Ÿ›๏ธ Upgrading to Physical Nodes Want higher yields? Consider upgrading to a Physical Node: | Feature | Virtual Mixnode | Physical Node | | ------------------------ | --------------- | ----------------- | | **Minimum Stake** | 5,000 $ZER0 | 10,000 $ZER0 | | **Base APY** | 15% | 18-22% | | **Hardware** | Your browser | zer0 data centers | | **Enterprise Workloads** | Limited | Priority access | | **Guild Eligibility** | Standard | Priority | **Apply:** Menu โ†’ Nodes โ†’ Physical Application (KYC required) *** ## โ“ FAQ
Can I run multiple Virtual Mixnodes? Yes! Each additional stake creates a new node. There's no maximum, and you can run multiple nodes from the same browser.
What happens if my browser closes? Your node pauses and rewards stop accruing for compute fees (base APY continues). Uptime below 95% weekly reduces that week's bonus earnings.
Can I stake from mobile? Not currently. Virtual Mixnodes require desktop/laptop. Mobile staking is planned for future releases.
How do I join a Guild? Go to Menu โ†’ Guilds to browse available DAOs. Joining a guild pools your stake with others for +40% extra fees and enhanced voting power.
*** ## ๐Ÿ“š Learn More
Zer0 NodesComplete guide to all node typesZer0 Nodes
Staking GuideDetailed staking mechanicsStaking Guide
The FlywheelHow nodes power the economyThe $zer0 Flywheel
*** {% hint style="success" %} **Ready to run a mixnode?** Open zer0 browser and go to **Menu โ†’ Nodes โ†’ Virtual Mixnode** to get started! {% endhint %} # Agent Marketplace # zer0 Pro (Enterprise) # zk-Compliance Dashboard # Hardware: zer0 Key # Product Roadmap zer0's development timeline and upcoming features. *** ## ๐Ÿ—“๏ธ Timeline ### Q4 2025 - Beta Launch โœ… * โœ… Browser MVP with Tor integration * โœ… Basic AI agents (Research, DeFi) * โœ… Wallet integration * โœ… 10K testnet users ### Q1 2026 - Mainnet * ๐Ÿ”„ Token launch (TGE) * ๐Ÿ”„ Agent Vault marketplace * ๐Ÿ”„ Staking & mixnode network * ๐Ÿ”„ Target: 100K users ### Q2 2026 - Ecosystem Growth * zer0 Pro (enterprise) * Cross-chain bridges (ETH, Solana) * Mobile companion app * Target: 500K users ### Q3 2026 - Scale * CEX listings (Binance, Coinbase) * Hardware: zer0 Key USB device * Agent SDK v2.0 * Target: 1M users ### Q4 2026 - Maturity * Full DAO governance * zk-compliance tools * 50+ agent marketplace * Target: 2M users ### 2027+ - Dominance * 10M+ users * Privacy-first app ecosystem * Industry-standard browser *** ## ๐ŸŽฏ Current Focus **Now (November 2025):** * Closed beta optimization * Agent performance tuning * Security audits (Trail of Bits) * Community building *** ## ๐Ÿ”ฎ Future Vision **Long-term goals:** * Privacy standard for all browsing * 100M+ users worldwide * Self-sustaining DAO * Top 10 browser by marketshare *** {% hint style="success" %} **Track progress:** Follow us on [Twitter](https://x.com/BrowserZer0) for weekly updates! {% endhint %} # Market Opportunity # Competitive Analysis # Partnership Pipeline # FAQ Common questions about zer0 browser. *** ## ๐ŸŒ General
What is zer0? zer0 is a privacy-first Chromium browser with built-in Tor, on-device AI agents, and a token economy that pays you to browse.
Is zer0 free? Yes! The browser is completely free and open-source. You can even earn $zer0 tokens while using it.
What platforms are supported? Windows 10+, macOS 10.13+, and Linux (64-bit).
*** ## ๐Ÿ”’ Privacy
How private is zer0 really? * 100% Tor routing (all traffic anonymous) * Zero telemetry (we don't track anything) * zk-proofs (prove things without revealing data) * Always incognito (no history saved)
Can my ISP see what I'm doing? No. They only see encrypted Tor traffic. They can't see which sites you visit.
Is zer0 slower than regular browsers? Slightly (Tor adds 1-2 seconds). But it's the price of true anonymity. Most users don't notice after a few days.
*** ## ๐Ÿ’ฐ Earning
How do I earn $zer0 tokens? Just browse! You earn 0.13 $zer0 per minute automatically. Enable ads for 2x earnings.
How much can I realistically earn? * Casual (1hr/day): $50-60/month * Active (4hrs/day): $200-250/month * Power user (staking + agents): $500-1000+/month
When do I get paid? Earnings are credited every 10 minutes to your zer0 wallet automatically.
*** ## ๐Ÿค– AI Agents
Do AI agents send my data to the cloud? No! All AI processing happens on your device. Nothing is uploaded.
Do I need a powerful computer? Basic agents work on any modern computer (4GB RAM). Advanced agents benefit from more RAM/GPU.
Can I create my own agents? Yes! Check our [Agent SDK](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/developers/agent-sdk.md) to get started.
*** ## ๐Ÿ’Ž Tokens
What can I do with $zer0 tokens? * Stake for 15-25% APY * Rent AI agents * Governance voting * Trade on exchanges * Premium features
Where can I buy $zer0? After TGE (Q1 2026): Uniswap, then CEXes. Before TGE: Earn by browsing!
Is $zer0 a security? No. It's a utility token for network access. See [Risk Disclosure](https://github.com/Onesignature/Zer0-gitbook/blob/main/legal/risks.md).
*** ## ๐Ÿ”ง Technical
Is zer0 open-source? Yes! Check our [GitHub](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0).
Can I use Chrome extensions? Most work, but some may conflict with privacy features. Test carefully.
Does zer0 work in restricted countries? Yes! Tor bridges help bypass censorship. Enable in Settings โ†’ Network.
*** ## ๐Ÿ›Ÿ Support
I found a bug. Where do I report it? [GitHub Issues](https://github.com/BrowserZer0/Zer0/issues) or email
How do I contact support? * Discord: [Join server](https://discord.gg/zer0) * Email: * Twitter: [@BrowserZer0](https://x.com/BrowserZer0)
*** {% hint style="info" %} **Still have questions?** Ask in our [Discord community](https://discord.gg/zer0)! {% endhint %} # Whitepaper **zer0 Whitepaper v1.0 - August 2025** > Live in the Zer0, earn in the light. *** ## Abstract zer0 redefines the browser as a privacy fortress powered by zero-knowledge proofs and on-device AI. Users earn $zer0 tokens for anonymous browsing, staking them to run mixnodes or agents that attract premium privacy-preserving ads. This creates a self-sustaining flywheel targeting 1% of the $318B browser market and 2% of the $7.6B AI agent market by 2026. *** ## The Problem * 4B users leak data daily through browsers * Surveillance economy costs $4.45T globally * AI agents amplify exposure (97% of AI breaches from ungoverned access) * Privacy browsers stop at ad-blockingโ€”no AI, no earnings *** ## The Solution **zer0's Core Stack:** | Layer | Technology | Value | | ------------------- | --------------------- | -------------------------- | | **Shielding** | Zcash Sapling + Halo2 | 100% anonymous traffic | | **AI Agents** | On-device Llama-3-8B | Private autonomous tasks | | **Agent Vault** | Rentable specialists | Lock $zer0, earn fees | | **Shielded Social** | Semaphore zk-proofs | Anonymous posting | | **zer0 Pro** | zk-Compliance | Enterprise privacy reports | *** ## The $zer0 Flywheel ``` Private Browsing โ†’ Earn $zer0 (0.13/min) โ†’ Stake for Mixnodes (15% APY) โ†’ Run Agents โ†’ Attract Premium Ads (10x CPM) โ†’ Treasury Buyback (2% Burn) โ†’ Price Increases โ†’ More Users โ†’ Stronger Network ``` *** ## Technology * **Browser:** Chromium fork + Tor Expert Bundle * **Privacy:** librustzcash + zk-DNS (zero logs) * **AI:** Llama-3-8B (WebGPU optimized) * **Cross-Chain:** IBC to Cosmos/ETH/Solana * **Hardware:** zer0 Key USB (optional dePIN earnings) *** ## Token Economics * **Supply:** 1B fixed * **Allocation:** 50% community, 25% ecosystem, 15% team, 10% treasury * **Earning:** 0.13 $zer0/min browsing * **Staking:** 15-25% APY * **Burns:** Agent fees (20%), exits (2%), buybacks (variable) *** ## Market Opportunity * **$318B** browser market ร— **$7.6B** AI agent market * Target: 1M users (2026), 5M users (2027) * Projected FDV: $5-10B at scale *** ## Competitive Moats | vs Brave | vs Tor | vs Zcash | | ------------------------- | --------------- | ----------------- | | zk-proofs (not basic ads) | Daily driver UX | Full browser + AI | | AI agents | Always fast | Constant earning | | Full economy | Token rewards | Autonomous agents | *** ## Roadmap * **Q4 2025:** Beta launch (live) * **Q1 2026:** Mainnet + TGE * **Q2 2026:** Agent marketplace, zer0 Pro * **Q4 2026:** 1M MAU, cross-chain hubs * **2027+:** 10M+ users, industry standard *** ## Team & Audits * Built by ex-Zcash developers * Audits: Trail of Bits, Least Authority (Q1 2026) * Bug bounty: $500K pool *** ## Risks * **Regulatory:** zk-compliance by design, no security offering * **Competition:** Unique agent layer, 3x retention via earnings * **Adoption:** Zero-trust onboarding, gamified privacy scores *** {% hint style="info" %} **Read full whitepaper:** [zer0.build/whitepaper.pdf](https://zer0.build) (coming soon) {% endhint %} # Contributing Guide # Community Guidelines # Bug Bounty Program # Support & Help # Glossary # zer0 DAO # Privacy Policy # Terms of Service # License # Risk Disclosure