As a blockchain user, my main concern is privacy and security. Recently, after exploring the Walrus protocol, which focuses on private transactions and decentralized storage, I decided to give it a try.

The entire onboarding process was surprisingly smooth. Following the beginner's guide on the official website, I first installed Sui Wallet, deposited some SUI, and then exchanged it for WAL tokens on the Walrus interface. From start to finish, it took only about ten minutes, mostly waiting for blocks to be confirmed; there were hardly any hiccups. Their documentation is well-crafted, with clear steps and screenshots, which is definitely helpful for those worried about making mistakes.

When I actually used the privacy transaction feature, the experience was much simpler than expected. In the dApp, I clicked "Privacy Mode," entered the recipient's address and transfer amount, and confirmed. The specific amounts and balances are not displayed on the screen, which initially felt a bit uncomfortable, but on reflection, that’s exactly how privacy should work.

I also tried uploading a video of a few hundred megabytes to the network. The system automatically fragments the file and distributes it across various nodes. Download speeds were decent, and because the data is dispersed, it’s difficult for any single entity to audit. Compared to my usual cloud storage services, the cost is significantly lower. Currently, most participants are active on-chain users, and the ecosystem is still expanding.

What motivates me to continue participating is the staking and governance mechanism. Locking WAL in the network can earn rewards, with annual yields fluctuating based on network activity. This sense of involvement and the expected returns definitely give me a reason to stay.