AR.IO has officially launched the mainnet for its decentralized, blockchain-powered cloud network, marking a major milestone for Arweave and the AO Super Computer. This infrastructure enables permanent storage of data, applications, and domain names, eliminating reliance on centralized cloud providers.
The launch follows rapid adoption, with over 1 million monthly active users already using AR.IO gateways to read, write, and query data. Its growing use cases span across dApp hosting, blockchain archival, Web3 gaming, and cloud storage. Additionally, AR.IO is addressing AI challenges like content provenance, immutable model storage, and transparent LLM training practices.
Why AR.IO is Different
AR.IO is built on Arweave’s “pay once, store forever” model, ensuring that data remains permanent, tamper-proof, and censorship-resistant. Unlike traditional cloud providers, AR.IO eliminates the risks of data loss, service outages, and de-platforming.
Phil Mataras, Founder and CEO of AR.IO, stated:
“The AR.IO Mainnet is more than just the culmination of four years of building on Arweave and getting permanent storage into the hands of everyone. It’s the start of a sustainable foundation for an internet that never loses its integrity.”
Features of AR.IO
- Permanent, accessible data – Tamper-proof, subscription-free storage with fast, location-independent access.
- Permissionless incentives – Open, protocol-driven rewards for network participants, creating a self-sustaining ecosystem.
- Decentralized hosting – Censorship-resistant infrastructure for apps, websites, and interactive platforms.
- Arweave Name System (ArNS) – Non-expiring smart domains for dApps, websites, and digital identities, removing dependence on centralized registrars.
- Developer-friendly infrastructure – Open-source, interoperable tools for building, deploying, and scaling Web3 applications.
$ARIO: The Utility Token Powering AR.IO
With the mainnet launch, AR.IO introduces $ARIO, the utility token driving the ecosystem. $ARIO powers staking, network rewards, and incentives for participants operating or delegating to gateways. It also facilitates ArNS smart domain purchases and management, providing a permanent, blockchain-native identity for apps, data, and digital ownership.
The Future of Decentralized Cloud Infrastructure
The AR.IO mainnet launch marks a shift in how data, applications, and digital identities persist on the web. By offering a censorship-resistant, tamper-proof, and permanent alternative to traditional cloud storage, AR.IO is redefining decentralized cloud computing.
