Quick Start
Welcome to Miden! This guide will get you up and running with the Miden blockchain by walking you through the essential setup and core operations.
What is Miden?
Miden is a privacy-focused, ZK-based blockchain that uses an actor model where each account is a smart contract. Unlike traditional blockchains where accounts simply hold balances, Miden accounts are programmable entities that can execute custom logic, store data, and manage assets autonomously.
Key concepts you'll encounter:
- Accounts: Smart contracts that hold assets and execute code
- Notes: Messages that exchange data and assets between accounts - also programmable
- Assets: Tokens that can be fungible or non-fungible
- Privacy: Every transaction, note and account in Miden is private by default — only the involved parties can view asset amounts or transfer details, offering strong confidentiality guarantees.
Getting Started
Follow these guides in order to get started with Miden: