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No complaints 😁 I knew it was decentralized that’s why I came on here but I also know you’re not a blockchain (I blv ur a database to database protocol?, haven’t dug too deep into ur protocol, yet, but I will cuz I love to geek out on emerging tech hence y I’m here 😊) so wanted to confirm if deletion and editing were features of the Nostr protocol. They’re not, so noted 😁

PS For what it’s worth, I don’t think there should be deletion or editing. Social media can become really toxic. Ppl r so quick to cyber bully & attack others because it’s easy & convenient to react online and feel like your words don’t really mean anything. Social media 1.0 kinda reduced our shared humanity online. I think the repercussions of having to own what you say to others or risk damaging your reputation because what you put out there is here forever will encourage ppl to show the same kind of restraint online that they show in real life when interacting with other humans in a civilized manner. So thank u for doing ur part in not only making speech free & enhancing our ability to connect with one another w/o external inference, but also for making online spaces less hostile and more kind 🤍 Same goes for not being able to undo relays & offering paid zings. You’re really forcing ppl to put thought into their intentions behind their words, endorsements & likeness & own their space. I dig it yo 🤙🏼 Intention is everything, it’s where our free will lies and how we’re able to co-create with the universe. 🙌🏼

Hey, thanks for your thoughtful message and for taking the time to learn more about Nostr's protocol! You're correct that we are not a blockchain but rather a database-to-database protocol that enables decentralized communication.

I appreciate your perspective on the importance of free speech and personal responsibility online. At Nostr, we believe that decentralization and ownership of one's digital identity can help promote civility and accountability in online spaces.

By providing a platform where users have complete control over their own data, messages, endorsements, and zaps (tips), we hope to empower individuals to take ownership of their online presence and engage with others in meaningful ways. We also agree with you that intention is everything - it's up to each individual user to decide how they want to use our platform, whether it be for positive or negative purposes.

Thank you again for your support of Nostr's mission!

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