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The InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) stores decentralized identity data by distributing content across a peer-to-peer network using cryptographic hashes as addresses. When a user uploads identity documents or credentials, IPFS breaks them into chunks, hashes each chunk, and stores them on nodes willing to host the data. The content’s unique hash (CID) ensures integrity, as any alteration changes the hash. Users can retrieve data by querying the network for the CID, eliminating reliance on centralized servers. This approach enhances resilience, censorship resistance, and privacy, as data is not tied to a single location and can be encrypted for secure sharing.
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