Documentation
Unlock is a protocol for creating onchain memberships and subscriptions as NFTs
Explore our developer documentation including a complete protocol reference, developer tools and tutorials in order to integrate Unlock into your website or application.
Glossary of Terms
In the Unlock ecosystem...
- Membership
- A connection between a creator, brand or project and a fan or community member. A membership usually confers benefits or special access to those who hold it. Members can also connect directly with each other.
- Lock
- a "Lock" is a smart contract that creates (or "mints") NFTs. Locks also can be used to ensure "members-only" access to resources like online content, live events, online certifications, or other "members-only" experiences.
- Key
- a "Key" is an NFT (minted by a Lock) that has additional features added to it to facilitate the management of memberships, such as an expiration date.
- Dashboard
- A web app built by Unlock Labs for creating "Locks", managing "Keys", and more.
