> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://bcts-1.gitbook.io/swissdlt/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://bcts-1.gitbook.io/swissdlt/general/faq.md). # FAQ **What is SwissDLT?** SwissDLT is a unique, low-power blockchain operated by a consortium of Swiss companies and organizations. It enables secure and decentralized data management for Swiss companies and is hosted exclusively in highly secure Tier 4 data centers on Swiss soil. **Why SwissDLT?** Blockchain offers numerous advantages that are particularly important for Swiss companies. SwissDLT ensures that legal security, Swissness, stability, throughput guarantee and predictable pricing are guaranteed - essential factors for business continuity and growth. **Who is behind SwissDLT?** SwissDLT was initiated Blockchain Trust Solutions AG. The SwissDLT network is run and operatad by Swiss SME. This partnership combines the expertise and experience from different industries to create a custom-fit solution for the Swiss economy. There are archive nodes that store all transactions and signer nodes that sign transactions before they are stored. **Where is SwissDLT hosted?** The SwissDLT blockchain is hosted exclusively in Swiss Tier 4 data centers. This ensures an extremely high level of data security and availability, which is of utmost importance for Swiss companies. How does SwissDLT work? **How does SwissDLT work?** SwissDLT uses the proof-of-authority (POA) consensus mechanism. The software is based on the Ethereum Foundation client. This enables fast and efficient data processing while ensuring energy efficiency of the blockchain and compatibility with all EVM Chains such as Ethereum, Polygon, BSC, Arbitrum, Avalanche, Optimism, Fantom and many more. --- # 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://bcts-1.gitbook.io/swissdlt/general/faq.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.