#blockchain A dApp, or decentralized application, is like a regular app but built on a blockchain platform like [[Ethereum]]. This means it's not controlled by a single company or server, but runs on a distributed network of computers. This makes dApps more secure, transparent, and resistant to censorship. They often use smart contracts to automate transactions and interactions, allowing for new types of applications in areas like [[Decentralized Finance (DeFi)]], gaming, and social media.