Recently, some friends asked me about Web3, what Web3 is, and I kept hearing about it but didn't quite understand. Actually, it's not complicated — just understanding the evolution from Web1 to Web2 and then to Web3 will give you the full picture.

30 years ago, the Internet was just like a TV where you could type in text — you could read but not comment or post anything. Websites back then were like newspapers, one-way content, no interaction. That was Web1.

Then, starting around 2005, social media exploded. Facebook, TikTok, YouTube appeared — now you could not only read but also write, share, and livestream. Everyone could create content. But here’s the key point of Web2 — your data isn’t really yours. It belongs to the platform. They can lock your account, delete posts, sell your data at any time. In other words, you’re building your house on someone else’s land.

Web3 is completely different. It’s based on blockchain — decentralized. You own your data and assets. You can hold tokens, NFTs, log in with encrypted wallets, play games and receive digital assets, or even participate in DAOs to help build projects. This time, you’re building your house on your own land.

In summary — Web1 is just reading, Web2 is reading and writing, and Web3 is reading, writing, and owning. Every day, I share simple knowledge like this to help everyone gradually get used to it, so you don’t get overwhelmed. Understanding the difference between Web2 and Web3 is the first step to confidently stepping into the crypto world.