Built on:
Privacy, zk, mesh
The Physical World Stack
The Physical World Stack
Nearby Protocol is a privacy-first infrastructure layer for real-world coordination.
It enables private location proofs, decentralized mesh communication and offline stablecoin payments, even in disconnected or censored environments.
01
Location Layer
zk Proof of Location
Device attestation
Geographic verification
01
Location Layer
zk Proof of Location
Device attestation
Geographic verification
02
Communication Layer
Nearby Mesh
Event groups
Emergency networks
03
Settlement Layer
USDC / USDT transfers
Offline transaction notes
On-chain reconciliation on Base
04
Global Layer
Global Footprint Map
Node density
Coverage heatmaps
SETTLEMENT
GLOBAL
LOCATION
COMMUNICATION
SETTLEMENT
GLOBAL
LOCATION
COMMUNICATION
Resilient digital infrastructure
Modern infrastructure depends on constant connectivity.
When networks fail, communication, payments and access to critical services can be disrupted.
Nearby Protocol combines zk geolocation, mesh networking and offline payments to keep people connected and coordinated anywhere.
Real user scenario
Nearby
01
PROVE LOCATION
02
JOIN NETWORK
03
EXECUTE ACTION
04
SETTLE ON BASE
TRUSTLESS COORDINATION
Coordination should not depend on centralized platforms or intermediaries. Trust is established through cryptography, not institutions.
PHYSICAL WORLD FIRST
Digital systems should work in real-world conditions, not just ideal network environments. Connectivity should enhance coordination, not define it.
PRIVACY AS DEFAULT
Personal data, especially location, should never be exposed by default. Users should prove what is necessary and nothing more.
RESILIENT SYSTEMS
Critical communication and value exchange should remain functional during: outages, disasters, congestion, censorship or infrastructure failure.
01
Capabilities
Layers
Four layers powering real-world coordination.
Nearby Protocol operates through a unified system that enables location verification, local communication, value transfer and global network awareness across both connected and disconnected environments.




LOCATION
Proof of physical presence using zero-knowledge cryptography and device-attested signals, allowing users to verify where they are without revealing their exact location.
COMMUNICATION
A decentralized mesh network that forms instantly based on proximity, enabling real-time peer-to-peer messaging without requiring internet connectivity.
SETTLEMENT
An offline payment system that enables the transfer of USDC and USDT through signed payment notes, with final settlement executed on Base when connectivity is restored.
NETWORK
A global footprint layer that visualizes and aggregates real-world activity across nodes, coverage zones, and participation density to reflect live protocol usage.
LOCATION
Proof of physical presence using zero-knowledge cryptography and device-attested signals, allowing users to verify where they are without revealing their exact location.




COMMUNICATION
A decentralized mesh network that forms instantly based on proximity, enabling real-time peer-to-peer messaging without requiring internet connectivity.








SETTLEMENT
An offline payment system that enables the transfer of USDC and USDT through signed payment notes, with final settlement executed on Base when connectivity is restored.




NETWORK
A global footprint layer that visualizes and aggregates real-world activity across nodes, coverage zones, and participation density to reflect live protocol usage.
Numbers
The infrastructure behind the network.
Real-world coordination requires resilient infrastructure. Nearby Protocol measures network growth through node participation, geographic coverage, communication activity and proof generation.
GLOBAL FOOTPRINT
Active countries and regions
+30
AF
AS
NA
SA
EU
OC
ME
NETWORK ACTIVITY
Location proofs generated
+1K
Mesh communication sessions
14
Witness attestations submitted
2
NODE PARTICIPATION
Monthly active nodes
78%
COVERAGE DISTRIBUTION
Tier I Regions
59%
Tier II-IV Regions
41%
NETWORK GROWTH
New nodes onboarded
+11.4%
MAY
JUNE
COVERAGE EXPANSION
New regions added
+20
1
15
30
GLOBAL COVERAGE
Active geolocation zones
52%
Features
Real-world applications enabled by Nearby.
Real-world applications enabled by
Nearby.
Nearby Protocol unlocks new forms of coordination that are difficult or impossible with traditional infrastructure.
Geolocation Mining
001
Contribute verified location proofs and earn $NEARBY rewards while helping expand the protocol's global footprint and geographic coverage.
Event Communities
002
Create location-aware communities around conferences, festivals, sports events and local gatherings with instant mesh-based communication.
Emergency Coordination
003
Maintain communication and value transfer during outages, disasters and infrastructure disruptions when traditional systems become unavailable.
Infrastructure
Built for Real-World Conditions
Designed to operate across connected and disconnected environments, combining privacy, resilience and usability into a unified coordination layer.
Architecture
Bidirectional
Secured by default
Context-aware
Mesh Networking
Communication without internet access
Bluetooth Low Energy
Local device-to-device connectivity
WiFi Direct
Peer-to-peer network communication
Base
Secure and scalable settlement
USDC
Offline digital dollar transfers
USDT
Stable offline value exchange
Architecture
Mesh Networking
Communication without internet access
Bluetooth Low Energy
Local device-to-device connectivity
WiFi Direct
Peer-to-peer network communication
Base
Secure and scalable settlement
USDC
Offline digital dollar transfers
USDT
Stable offline value exchange
Architecture
Mesh Networking
Communication without internet access
Bluetooth Low Energy
Local device-to-device connectivity
WiFi Direct
Peer-to-peer network communication
Base
Secure and scalable settlement
USDC
Offline digital dollar transfers
USDT
Stable offline value exchange
Blog
Articles, notes, updates and latest case studies
Research, updates and perspectives from the protocol.
FAQ
Frequently asked
questions
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What is Nearby Protocol?
Nearby Protocol is a privacy-first infrastructure layer that combines verifiable geolocation, mesh networking and offline payments into a single system for real-world coordination.
How does Proof of Location work?
Nearby uses zero-knowledge proofs and device attestation to verify physical presence without revealing a user's exact location.
Does Nearby work without internet access?
Yes. Nearby Mesh and OfflinePay are designed to operate in disconnected environments and synchronize once connectivity is restored.
What is Geolocation Mining?
Users can run GeoNodes and earn $NEARBY by periodically generating verified location proofs that contribute to the network's global coverage.
Which assets are supported by OfflinePay?
OfflinePay currently supports USDC and USDT, enabling offline stablecoin transfers with settlement on Base.
What is $NEARBY used for?
$NEARBY powers network incentives, node upgrades, proof generation rewards, witness rewards and ecosystem participation.
What is Nearby Protocol?
Nearby Protocol is a privacy-first infrastructure layer that combines verifiable geolocation, mesh networking and offline payments into a single system for real-world coordination.
How does Proof of Location work?
Nearby uses zero-knowledge proofs and device attestation to verify physical presence without revealing a user's exact location.
Does Nearby work without internet access?
Yes. Nearby Mesh and OfflinePay are designed to operate in disconnected environments and synchronize once connectivity is restored.
What is Geolocation Mining?
Users can run GeoNodes and earn $NEARBY by periodically generating verified location proofs that contribute to the network's global coverage.
Which assets are supported by OfflinePay?
OfflinePay currently supports USDC and USDT, enabling offline stablecoin transfers with settlement on Base.
What is $NEARBY used for?
$NEARBY powers network incentives, node upgrades, proof generation rewards, witness rewards and ecosystem participation.


