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🔓 Unlock Gated Digital Content

Distribute premium content with privacy-first access control powered by Obscura NFTs.

Traditional Content Gating Problems​

Conventional platforms expose user data:

  • ❌ Email paywalls and subscriptions
  • ❌ Account registration requirements
  • ❌ Tracking cookies and analytics
  • ❌ Public subscriber counts
  • ❌ Centralized payment data

The Obscura Advantage​

Private Content Access

Users access premium content by proving NFT ownership—no accounts, no emails, complete anonymity.

Access Flow​

Traditional Paywall          Obscura NFT Gate
├─ Create account       →    ├─ Hold NFT ✓
├─ Enter payment info   →    ├─ Connect wallet ✓
├─ Subscribe monthly    →    ├─ Verify ownership ✓
├─ Data tracked         →    ├─ Access content ✓
└─ Cancel = lose access →    └─ Hold NFT = keep access ✓

Content Types You Can Gate​

Perfect For:

  • Online courses and tutorials
  • Masterclasses and workshops
  • Educational video series
  • Exclusive learning materials
  • Certification programs

Real-World Implementation​

🎓 Online Trading Course​

Setup:

Course: "Advanced DeFi Strategies"
Price: One-time NFT purchase (0.5 ETH)
Content: 50 hours of video + workbooks
Access: Lifetime for NFT holders

Student Experience:

  1. Purchase NFT - Buy "Premium Student Pass" on Obscura
  2. Visit Platform - Go to course website
  3. Connect Wallet - Click "Access Course"
  4. Instant Verify - Zano Companion confirms ownership
  5. Stream Content - Full course access unlocked

Benefits:

  • 🔒 Private Learning - No identity tied to enrollment
  • ♻️ Transferable - Can sell NFT (with access) to someone else
  • 💎 Lifetime Access - No recurring fees, just hold the NFT
  • 📊 No Tracking - Course creator doesn't see who's watching
Creator Benefits

Content creators can:

  • Sell access as one-time NFT purchase
  • No recurring payment processing fees
  • No user account management
  • NFTs can become valuable (scarcity + utility)

Technical Integration​

Website Implementation​

// Pseudo-code example
async function checkAccess() {
  // 1. Connect Zano wallet
  const wallet = await ZanoCompanion.connect();
  
  // 2. Verify NFT ownership
  const hasNFT = await wallet.verifyAssetOwnership(CONTENT_NFT_ID);
  
  // 3. Grant access
  if (hasNFT) {
    unlockContent();
  } else {
    showPaywall();
  }
}

Supported Platforms​

  • 🌐 Custom Websites - Direct integration
  • 📹 Video Platforms - Vimeo, custom players
  • 📝 Content Management - WordPress, Ghost
  • 💬 Community Platforms - Discord, forums
  • 📱 Mobile Apps - iOS/Android integration

Use Case Examples​

📰 Exclusive Newsletter​

Traditional: Email subscription ($10/month)

❌ Requires email address
❌ Monthly recurring charge
❌ Cancel = lose all archives
❌ Subscriber tracking

Obscura: NFT holder access

✅ Anonymous subscription
✅ One-time NFT purchase
✅ Keep access while holding
✅ No tracking or profiling
✅ Can resell subscription

🎨 Digital Art Gallery​

Setup:

  • Monthly rotating exhibitions
  • Exclusive artist interviews
  • High-res download access
  • Virtual gallery tours

Access: Single "Collector Pass" NFT

Value Proposition:

  • Lifetime gallery access
  • Growing content library
  • No recurring fees
  • Private collecting

Monetization Models​

One-Time Purchase​

Buy NFT once → Access forever while holding

Best For:

  • Courses and education
  • Software licenses
  • Content libraries

Tiered Access​

Different NFTs = Different content levels

Example:

  • 🥉 Bronze NFT: Basic content
  • 🥈 Silver NFT: Basic + intermediate
  • 🥇 Gold NFT: Full library access

Time-Limited Passes​

NFT grants access for specific period

Use Cases:

  • Seasonal content
  • Event-based access
  • Beta testing periods

Get Started​

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