Service · Identity Layer Decentralized Network Applications (DNA)

DNA Identity System

Decentralized Network Applications is the CPUNK protocol for secure, decentralized, post-quantum identities on the Nodus Network. Each identity is a human-readable name linked to your cryptographic identity.

Quantum-safe by design
Overview

What is DNA Identity?

DNA Identity (Decentralized Network Applications) provides a quantum-safe digital identity that you fully control, without reliance on centralized providers, phone numbers, or email accounts.

DNA Identity is the core CPUNK protocol for self-sovereign identities on the post-quantum network. Every identity is a human-readable name derived from a single seed that generates all your wallets (CF20, ETH, SOL, TRC), protected by NIST-approved post-quantum algorithms (Kyber and Dilithium).

Instead of accounts that can be suspended or seized, DNA provides an identity layer that is permanent, verifiable, and decentralized. Ownership is defined cryptographically by your private key — not by a company, service provider, or regulator.

Core Principles

Designed for the post-quantum era

DNA Identity is built around a small set of clear principles: security, decentralization, permanence, and composability across the CPUNK ecosystem.

PQ-Secure Crypto layer

Post-Quantum Security

DNA identities are protected by lattice-based cryptography, the same family of algorithms selected by NIST to resist future quantum computers. Identity remains secure even when classical schemes are no longer safe.

One Seed All Wallets

One Identity · All Your Wallets

Your DNA is derived from a single seed that also generates all your wallets (CF20, ETH, SOL, TRC). One identity across all chains — no duplicates, no confusion.

Decentralized No owners

Fully Decentralized Control

DNA does not depend on any central registrar or corporate directory. All ownership and resolution logic is enforced by the Nodus network and cryptographic proofs.

Immutable Distributed

Permanent & Immutable

DNA records are stored on the Nodus network and cannot be arbitrarily removed or reassigned. As long as the network exists, your identity record does too.

Portable Ecosystem-wide

Portable Across CPUNK

The same DNA name can be used across all CPUNK services: identity, messaging, governance, and more. It acts as a universal namespace within the ecosystem.

Integrated Messaging

Built for DNA-Messenger

DNA is tightly integrated with the CPUNK DNA-Messenger app. Your identity is not just a label — it directly powers E2E encrypted, post-quantum-secure communication.

Process

How DNA Identity works

A simple, cryptographically enforced lifecycle: register, verify, and use — all tied to your CF20 wallet and managed through DNA-Messenger.

1. Register · Claim your DNA name

Registration is performed inside DNA-Messenger – the app is your wallet.

  • Create or restore your wallet in DNA-Messenger (from seed)
  • Choose a unique DNA name
  • DNA registration is free

Web-based registration has been deprecated in favor of the application workflow.

2–3. Store & Use

2️⃣ Stored on Nodus network

  • Name uniqueness is checked
  • Ownership is bound to your public key
  • Record is distributed across the Nodus DHT

3️⃣ Use across the ecosystem

  • Use your DNA name inside DNA-Messenger for E2E encrypted communication
  • One identity across all your wallets (CF20, ETH, SOL, TRC)
  • Participate in governance and voting
Security & Privacy

Quantum-safe protection for your identity

DNA is designed to survive the transition to quantum computing while minimizing unnecessary data exposure.

Security Features

Post-quantum cryptography to resist future quantum attacks
Immutable identity records stored on Nodus network
Mathematically verifiable proofs of ownership
Distributed storage with no single point of failure

Privacy Protection

Minimal data stored: only what is required for identity
Users control which metadata fields they expose
Pseudonymous by default — DNA names need not reveal real-world identity
No phone numbers or emails required — DNA-Messenger uses DNA identity only

Get started with DNA Identity

DNA registration is now handled directly inside the DNA-Messenger application. Use the app to claim your name, bind it to your wallet, and unlock quantum-safe identity and messaging across the CPUNK ecosystem.

Requirements: DNA-Messenger app + unique DNA name (3–20 characters). Registration is free.