> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.unfurl-connect.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.unfurl-connect.com/overview.md).

# Overview

Unfurl Connect is a lock-aware identity provider – think “Connect with Google”, but Unfurl allows gated access based on [Unlock](https://unlock-protocol.com/) membership tokens.

So, as a user, you are allowing access, not to your photos, but to your on-chain entitlements (e.g. "Basic" or "Pro" subscription)

As a client, you get super-easy, slick experience gating access via memberships. Unlock makes this possible.

### Motivation

Unfurl Connect was born out of my desire for a platform/framework/language-independent way to use Unlock. The vision for users being Unlock subscriptions on your smart TV. The vision for services is a 30-minute setup to start taking Crypto for subscriptions services regardless of technology – even if the service didn’t previously have authentication.

### Guides: Jump right in

Follow our handy guides to get started on the basics as quickly as possible:

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[Quickstart](/guides/quickstart.md)
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[Easy Integration](/guides/easy-integration.md)
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### Fundamentals: Dive a little deeper

Learn the fundamentals of Unfurl to get a deeper understanding of our main features:

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[Branding](/guides/branding.md)
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[Advanced Configuration](/guides/advanced-configuration.md)
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[Self-hosting the IdP](/guides/self-hosting-the-idp.md)
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