> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.neynar.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# What is Snapchain?

> Snapchain is the decentralized, peer-to-peer network that powers the Farcaster social network

Snapchain is the decentralized, peer-to-peer network that powers the [Farcaster social network](https://www.farcaster.xyz/).

1. Learn about Snapchain by reading the [whitepaper](/snapchain/whitepaper) or watching the [video overview](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0eq1PLf6eUete1EtUvh7NTIhYCNcR46l).

2. Run a [Snapchain node](/snapchain/guides/running-a-node) to get real-time access to Farcaster data or to help decentralize the network.