# Uplink

## Welcome to the Uplink Docs. 

*Last updated: March 2026 | Phase 2 in progress — see* [*Litepaper Roadmap*](https://litepaper.uplink.xyz/litepaper/roadmap-phases) *for details.*

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### **Expand Connectivity. Earn Rewards. Join the Future of Internet Access.**

Uplink is the world’s first **decentralized connectivity ecosystem**, enabling anyone to **expand global internet access using their existing Wi-Fi routers**. By joining the Uplink network, you can **earn rewards for your unused router bandwidth** while helping to build a **more connected and accessible internet**. Whether you're an individual, a business, or a community looking to deploy connectivity infrastructure, Uplink provides an easy, scalable way to contribute.

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Getting started is **simple and free** — it takes just **two minutes** to register your router. This documentation will guide you through every aspect of the Uplink ecosystem, from **setting up your account** to **registering routers** and **monitoring network performance**.&#x20;

Uplink's core platforms:

📲 [**Uplink App**](https://docs.uplink.xyz/get-started/uplink-app) **(Mobile):** Register routers, map network coverage future feature), scan for quality of service (future feature), and access free internet (coming soon!).\
🌎 [**Explorer**](https://docs.uplink.xyz/get-started/explorer) **(Web):** Check network coverage, explore surge areas, and plan router deployments.\
💻 [**Portal**](https://docs.uplink.xyz/get-started/portal) **(Web):** Track earnings (Phase 1 only), and manage all of your routers.&#x20;

To get started: **Download the Uplink App** -> **Create an account** -> R**egister your router ->** Send friends to Uplink to help grow the network! The Uplink Network continues to evolve across our products, platform and future **ULX Token** integration.

📖 Continue exploring the Uplink Docs to unlock the full potential of the Uplink ecosystem and start earning when the network goes live! 🚀