What Are Gratitude Rails?
Just as email runs on SMTP and the web runs on HTTP, gratitude needs its own infrastructure layer. Gratitude Rails are the technical foundation that makes appreciation a first-class citizen of the internet.
The Three Layers of Gratitude Infrastructure
Identity Layer
Universal @handles that work everywhere
Transaction Layer
Secure, instant payments with context
Graph Layer
Relationship mapping through appreciation
Technical Architecture
Building internet-scale gratitude infrastructure requires careful technical design. Every component must be secure, scalable, and interoperable.
Core Components
Universal Handle System
Cross-platform identity resolution that works everywhere
Developer APIs
RESTful endpoints for building gratitude into any platform
Gratitude Protocol
Standard URI scheme for cross-platform gratitude
Why Infrastructure Matters
Infrastructure enables innovation. HTTP enabled the web. SMTP enabled email. Gratitude Rails will enable the appreciation economy.
The Network Effect of Gratitude Infrastructure
When gratitude becomes infrastructure, every platform can build appreciation features. The more platforms that integrate, the more valuable the network becomes for everyone.
For Users
One @handle works everywhere you want to be appreciated
For Developers
Simple APIs to add meaningful appreciation to any app