Getting started with Damus: a censorship-resistant, Nostr social media app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac

Nostr (Notes and Other Stuff Transmitted by Relays) is an open-source protocol that enables decentralized and censorship-resistant social media without relying on a central authority. Damus is a popular client for interacting with the Nostr protocol that’s available on iOS, iPadOS, and macOS (the latest Macs with the M series of chips.) This post will show you how to set up a Nostr account in Damus and start using the app. Creating your account 1. Visit the Damus website and download the Damus app. 2. Open the app and select Create Account. 3. Read the EULA and if you’re happy with them, click or tap Accept. 4. Enter a username. 5. If you want to enter a display name, upload a profile pic, or add information about your account, enter it in the relevant fields. 6. Click or tap Create. 7. Copy your Public Key and save it somewhere. This key is similar to a username and can be shared with people that you want to follow your Nostr account. 8. Copy your Private Key and save it somewhere secure such as a password manager or an encrypted drive. This key is like a password and can be used to log in to your Nostr account. However, it can’t be changed or recovered so you need to keep it safe and for your eyes only. 9. Click or tap Let’s go! 10. Choose whether you want to receive Damus notifications. That’s it. Your Nostr account has been created and is…Getting started with Damus: a censorship-resistant, Nostr social media app for iPhone, iPad, and Mac