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Unlock is a protocol for creating memberships and subscriptions as NFTs

Explore our developer documentation including a complete protocol reference, developer tools and tutorials in order to integrate Unlock into your website or application.

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          <dt>Membership</dt>
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            A connection between a creator, brand or project and a fan or
            community member. A membership usual confers benefits or special
            access to those who hold it. Members can also connect directly
            with each other.
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          <dt>Lock</dt>
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            a “Lock” is a smart contract that creates (or “mints”) NFTs.
            Locks also can be used to ensure “members-only” access to
            resources like online content, live events, online
            certifications, or other “members-only” experiences.
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          <dt>Key</dt>
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            a “Key” is an NFT (minted by a Lock) that has additional
            features added to it to facilitate the management of
            memberships, such as an expiration date.
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          <dt>Dashboard</dt>
          <dd>
            A web app built by Unlock Labs for creating "Locks", managing
            "Keys", and more.
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