> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://worlddao.gitbook.io/worlddao-white-paper/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://worlddao.gitbook.io/worlddao-white-paper/introducing-worldcoin/how-does-worldcoin-work.md). # How does Worldcoin Work? Worldcoin revolves around [World ID](https://worldcoin.org/world-id), a privacy-preserving global identity network. Using World ID, individuals will be able to prove that they are a real, unique human to any platform that integrates with the protocol. This will enable fair airdrops, provide protection against bots/sybil attacks on social media, and enable the fairer distribution of limited resources. Furthermore, World ID can also enable global democratic processes and novel forms of governance (e.g., via quadratic voting), and it may eventually support a path to AI-funded UBI. To engage with the Worldcoin protocol, individuals must first download [World App](https://worldcoin.org/world-app), the first wallet app that supports the creation of a World ID. Individuals visit a physical imaging device called the [Orb](https://worldcoin.org/blog/worldcoin/orb-faqs) to get their World ID *Orb-verified*. Most Orbs are operated by a network of independent local businesses called [Orb Operators](https://worldcoin.org/blog/worldcoin/what-is-worldcoin-operator). The Orb uses multispectral sensors to verify humanness and uniqueness to issue an Orb-verified World ID, with all images being promptly deleted on-device per default (absent explicit consent to [Data Custody](http://worldcoin.org/privacy)). --- # Agent Instructions This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com. ## Querying This Documentation If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question. Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter, and the optional `goal` query parameter: ``` GET https://worlddao.gitbook.io/worlddao-white-paper/introducing-worldcoin/how-does-worldcoin-work.md?ask=&goal= ``` `ask` is the immediate question: it should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language. `goal` is optional and describes the broader end goal you are ultimately trying to accomplish on behalf of the user. GitBook uses it to tailor the answer towards what is most useful for that goal. The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation. Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.