> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://knightsafe.gitbook.io/knightsafe-v1/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://knightsafe.gitbook.io/knightsafe-v1/getting-started/what-is-knightsafe.md).

# What is KnightSafe?

## KnightSafe overview

KnightSafe is an open-source, transparent and decentralized digital asset self-custody service provider founded by a team with more than a decade of experience in cybersecurity.

KnightSafe brings smart contract based custody solution for institutional clients and professional traders, enabling them an efficient and secure access to DeFi protocols. KnightSafe facilitates professional crypto funds and traders with seamless interaction with dApps and DeFi protocols, under role-based access control, segregation of authorization, designated scope of authority and duties.

## Learn about KnightSafe

Learn about KnightSafe’s architecture and how it enables the authorization segregation.

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[KnightSafe Protocol](/knightsafe-v1/knightsafe-protocol/overview.md)
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## Start using KnightSafe

Learn different use cases about KnightSafe.

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[Use Cases](/knightsafe-v1/use-cases/knightsafe-applications.md)
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## KnightSafe API

The KnightSafe API makes reference to all the KnightSafe infrastructure needed to power interfaces with all KnightSafe account related information.

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[KnightSafe Ecosystem](/knightsafe-v1/supported-protocol/knightsafe-ecosystem.md)
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## Ecosystem

Explore new supported dApps and DeFi protocols within KnightSafe

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[Supported Protocol](/knightsafe-v1/supported-protocol/authorized-list.md)
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