Decentralized storage may sound complicated, but Walrus makes it as simple as using a cloud drive.

Many people keep their distance from decentralized storage, mainly because they think the technical barrier is high and the user experience is poor. Walrus breaks this perception with a clever "file cloning technique."

**How does it work?**

It relies on two core technologies: erasure coding and Blob storage. The process is straightforward—when uploading a file, the system automatically splits it into multiple data blocks, then creates redundant backups for each block. These data blocks are not stored in one place but are scattered across different nodes in the network.

What are the benefits? First, security is top-notch. No single point of failure, so even if nodes go offline, data remains safe, and it can resist censorship. Second, costs can be reduced by over 60%—by eliminating middlemen. Third, the application scope is broad. Corporate data, dApp resources, personal media—all can be stored efficiently.

**What role does the $WAL token play?**

It’s not just a token but the engine of the ecosystem. Node operators stake $WAL to provide storage space and earn rewards. Token holders can participate in ecosystem governance, helping decide how the protocol upgrades. Plus, there's a benefit—paying storage fees with $WAL can get discounts.

**Where’s the value?**

Walrus’s ultimate goal is to simplify. It turns the once complex and mysterious decentralized storage into a basic service available everywhere. The seemingly complicated technology results in a stable and reliable user experience. $WAL is the key to opening this door—allowing participation and profit.

This approach, when applied on the Sui chain, leverages its high performance. Storage is no longer a pain point in Web3 but is becoming standard.