The startup has developed a blockchain-based bandwidth platform that enables private and censorship-resistant internet access through a global network of decentralized VPN applications. This infrastructure allows users to monetize their unused bandwidth while providing a transparent view of network usage, enhancing internet freedom and connectivity.
Funding
$3.5M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
Founders
Product
Problem
Traditional VPN services are centralized, creating potential vulnerabilities where user data and browsing history are accessible to a single entity. Users must trust that these entities will not log or sell their data, and that their infrastructure is secure from cyber attacks.
Solution
Sentinel provides a decentralized VPN (dVPN) platform built on a blockchain-based node marketplace, allowing users to buy and sell bandwidth in a peer-to-peer fashion. This approach enhances privacy and security by distributing network traffic across numerous independent nodes, making it more resistant to censorship and single points of failure. The open-source nature of Sentinel's code promotes transparency and community-led improvements, ensuring no logs are kept and reducing the risk of vulnerabilities. By using a dVPN, users eliminate the need to trust a centralized organization, securing their internet access through a distributed network.
Target Audience
Sentinel targets individuals seeking enhanced online privacy and security, as well as developers looking to build censorship-resistant dVPN applications.
Features
- Access to a decentralized network of VPN nodes hosted by independent providers
- Open-source code for transparency and community-driven security audits
- Support for multiple VPN protocols, including Wireguard and V2Ray
- dVPN applications with built-in fiat and cryptocurrency payment gateways
- Option to customize subscription plans based on node access, data usage, and payment preferences
- Node dashboard for monitoring node performance and statistics
- On-chain subscriptions and time-based payments
- Automated node health checks