What are Content Delivery Networks?
Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) in the web3 space provide decentralized or hybrid infrastructure to distribute and cache content closer to end users. These tools and services include decentralized storage gateways, IPFS pinning services, and edge caching networks that optimize the delivery of static assets, dapp frontends, and blockchain data. The primary users are developers and product teams building decentralized applications who need reliable, fast, and scalable content distribution without relying solely on centralized servers. Key characteristics of web3 CDNs include decentralization, redundancy, censorship resistance, and integration with blockchain protocols. Subcategories may include decentralized storage providers and edge caching solutions. Developers should consider tools in this category when they require efficient content delivery that aligns with web3 principles and improves user experience by reducing latency and increasing availability.