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Decentralized Browser-based Cloud Storage: Leveraging IPFS for Enhanced Privacy

Authors:
Georg Eilnberger
Timea Pahi
Peter Kieseberg

Keywords: IPFS; Data Privacy; Cloud Storage; Decentralized Storage

Abstract:
This work addresses the growing need for data management solutions that prioritize security, privacy, and user control, amidst the limitations of traditional centralized storage systems with a particular focus on the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS). The core objective is to explore the efficiency, challenges, and potential of IPFS in revolutionizing data storage and management. A significant contribution of this paper is the development of a proof-of-concept web application that employs IPFS for secure and efficient data handling. This application serves as a practical illustration of integrating IPFS into realworld data management scenarios. The security and performance of the application within the decentralized IPFS framework are thoroughly assessed. The study highlights the strengths of IPFS in ensuring data integrity and privacy while acknowledging the challenges in scalability and performance, particularly in handling large files and addressing WebRTC-TCP (Web Real-time Communication-TCP) socket incompatibility issues. Furthermore, we present recommendations for future enhancements of the proof-of-concept web application. These include improving direct file transfer capabilities, advancing file handling techniques, integrating robust key management solutions, and developing dynamic data replication strategies. The research in this paper underscores the potential of decentralized systems like IPFS in shaping the future of data storage, offering a more secure, private, and user-centric approach.

Pages: 75 to 79

Copyright: Copyright (c) IARIA, 2025

Publication date: March 9, 2025

Published in: conference

ISSN: 2308-4332

ISBN: 978-1-68558-244-9

Location: Lisbon, Portugal

Dates: from March 9, 2025 to March 13, 2025