# Blockchain as the Underlying Infrastructure

We choose to operate key components, such as the messaging systems, on the blockchain because that provides AnonGram with true decentralization. No matter who tries to take AnonGram down, the important data will live forever.

The blockchain acts as a decentralized ledger that records transactions or messages in an immutable, transparent, and verifiable manner. Each message or transaction is stored in a block, which is linked to the previous block, forming a chain.

As we progress, we will deploy smart contracts to automate the processes of sending, receiving, and managing messages, to continue making AnonGram more decentralized.
