Walrus Launches Seal, Becoming First Decentralized Data Platform with Native Access Controls

Walrus has introduced Seal on its Mainnet, marking a milestone as the first decentralized data platform to natively offer onchain access controls. The upgrade enables encryption and permissioned data sharing while maintaining Web3's Core transparency principles.

Seal addresses a critical gap in decentralized infrastructure. While public-by-default data suits many applications, sensitive use cases require privacy layers. Previously, developers had to choose between centralized solutions or costly custom builds. Walrus now provides an onchain alternative for managing confidential data.

The protocol strengthens its position as Web3's data LAYER by combining storage, availability, and programmability with granular access controls. This unlocks new categories of applications requiring both verifiability and privacy - from enterprise solutions to personal data management.