> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.filecoin.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.filecoin.io/welcome.md).

# Welcome to Filecoin Docs

Filecoin is a decentralized, peer-to-peer network enabling anyone to store and retrieve data over the internet. Economic incentives are built in, ensuring files are stored and accessible reliably over

Choose your own path to start exploring Filecoin:

<table data-card-size="large" data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>💡 <strong>Get started</strong></td><td>New to Filecoin and looking for foundational concepts? Start with the Getting Started section to understand the essentials and kick off your journey!</td><td></td><td><a href="/getting-started/what-is-filecoin.md">What is Filecoin</a></td></tr><tr><td>🔧 <strong>Build on Filecoin</strong></td><td>Ready to develop on the Filecoin network? Head to the Build on Filecoin section for smart contracts, storage integrations, and Filecoin Onchain Cloud.</td><td></td><td><a href="/build-on-filecoin/getting-started.md">Getting started</a></td></tr><tr><td>☁️ <strong>Filecoin Onchain Cloud</strong></td><td>Store and retrieve application data with verifiable storage, automated payments, and the Synapse SDK.</td><td></td><td><a href="/build-on-filecoin/filecoin-onchain-cloud.md">Filecoin Onchain Cloud</a></td></tr><tr><td>🏗️ <strong>Provide storage</strong></td><td>Thinking about running a provider node on Filecoin? Visit the Provide Storage section for comprehensive guidance on getting started.</td><td></td><td><a href="/provide-storage/getting-started.md">Getting started</a></td></tr><tr><td>📊 <strong>Store data</strong></td><td>Looking to store large volumes of data? See how storage works to review the various storage options Filecoin offers.</td><td></td><td><a href="/getting-started/how-storage-works/upload-to-filecoin.md">Upload to Filecoin</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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