NIP-94 Merged: File Sharing on Nostr
The purpose of this NIP is to allow an organization and classification of shared files.
- This NIP specifies the use of the
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event type, having incontent
a description of the file content, and a list of tags described in the NIP. - "The client can use this event as they see fit. Either showing events in the same feed as kind 1 events or creating a specific feed for file listings."
- "It allows the app to create image galleries (memes, animations) that can be reused countless times in different notes. As it exists in whatsapp, telegram, etc."
Suggested Use Cases
- "A relay for indexing shared files. For example to promote torrents."
- "A Pinterest-like relay and app where people can share their portfolio and inspire others."
- "A simple way to distribute configurations and software updates."
- "Specialized relays can provide collections of emojis, memes and animated gifs to be used in notes."