The internet has transformed dramatically over the past three decades. What started as static web pages has grown into interactive social platforms and now a decentralized ecosystem. Let’s explore the journey from Web1 to Web3.
Web1 (1990s): The Static Web
Web1 was about information, not interaction. Websites were read-only, with limited design and no social features. Users consumed content but had little control.
Web2 (2000s–Today): The Social Web
With the rise of Facebook, YouTube, and Google, Web2 made the internet interactive. People could publish, share, and collaborate. But it came at a cost—big tech companies centralized control, collecting user data and monetizing attention.
Web3 (Emerging): The Decentralized Web
Web3 envisions an internet owned by users, not corporations. Powered by blockchain, it allows people to own digital identities, assets, and communities. Examples include decentralized apps (dApps), NFTs, and DAOs.
The shift to Web3 is still in progress, but its promise is clear: an internet built on transparency, ownership, and freedom.