The Trustless Operating System for sovereign computing.
NØNOS is the world’s first zero-trust operating system built entirely in Rust, engineered for absolute privacy and resilience. Unlike traditional systems that store traces of user activity on disks, NØNOS runs entirely in memory, leaving no residual data once powered off - meaning nothing can be recovered, tracked, or exploited later.
Built on a memory-safe Rust core, it eliminates entire categories of vulnerabilities common in C- and C++-based operating systems - the same weaknesses responsible for most critical exploits today. Every component is isolated and verified, following a zero-trust architecture where no process, application, or network connection is inherently trusted.
This makes NØNOS fundamentally different from Windows, macOS, and Linux, which rely on decades-old codebases and complex permission layers that attackers routinely exploit. Instead, NØNOS is minimal, verifiable, and secure by design - a fresh foundation for computing in a world where privacy, control, and trust can no longer be assumed.
Your operating system is often the weakest link. Every year, thousands of new vulnerabilities are found - giving attackers fresh ways in.
Even with antivirus or VPNs, your protection is only as strong as the operating system underneath.
1,360 vulnerabilities
529 vulnerabilities
up 30% year-over-year
NØNOS tackles this problem at its core by being built entirely in Rust, a memory-safe language purpose-built to prevent the vulnerabilities that plague traditional operating systems.
This aligns with a global movement toward safer software, with even the U.S. government calling for a transition to memory-safe development practices. You can read more about this below:
By leveraging Rust’s strict compile-time checks and memory-safe architecture, NØNOS eliminates entire classes of memory-related exploits responsible for roughly 70% of modern system vulnerabilities.
The result is an operating system that’s secure by design, not by constant patching - a cleaner, safer foundation for the next era of computing.
A pure Rust microkernel means no unsafe code and far fewer memory bugs - closing the door on entire classes of exploits.
NONOS enforces a zero-trust, capability-based model at the very core, making the OS itself your strongest defense, not your weakest link.
Runs entirely in RAM with zero trace or telemetry written to disk.
Nothing persistent means nothing left behind for attackers or prying eyes.
(Optional encrypted storage is available, but privacy is the default.)
Comes with built-in encrypted mesh networking - an onion-routed peer-to-peer network that replaces reliance on centralized ISPs or DNS.
Your NONOS device joins a sovereign mesh where traffic is private and censorship-resistant by design.
Web3 features are baked in. NONOS includes an integrated Ethereum wallet (cold-wallet secure) and uses zero-knowledge authentication (“zkAuth”) for identity-less login.
It’s ready for blockchain and DeFi out-of-the-box, empowering you to use crypto safely on a verifiable OS.
A native token (SNOX) underpins a decentralized economy where users can earn rewards for contributing computing power, bandwidth, or storage.
This aligns incentives to grow a self-sustaining, user-owned platform rather than one controlled by Big Tech.
An OS where security, privacy, and freedom aren’t optional addons, but the very foundation. Follow us on X or join our community telegram to learn more and start your journey towards sovereign computing today.
A key root cause of vulnerabilities is memory-unsafe programming. Languages like C/C++ allow dangerous memory manipulations that lead to buffer overflows, use-after-free errors, and other bugs attackers love.
Rust was chosen for NONOS precisely because it guarantees memory safety and thread safety at compile time. By writing the OS in Rust, NONOS prevents an entire category of exploits from ever occurring.
NONOS (short for “No-OS” as in no legacy OS baggage) is a from-scratch operating system built to be “zero-trust” and privacy-centric at its core. Here’s how NONOS reimagines the OS stack:
NONOS uses a custom microkernel written entirely in Rust, with no unsafe code. This small trusted kernel enforces strict isolation between processes and has a minimal attack surface.
The memory safety of Rust means common vulnerabilities like buffer overruns are virtually eliminated, and every driver or service runs with least privilege.
End-to-end, there are no gaps in the security chain - from kernel to application, memory safety and verifiability are baked in.
The OS runs entirely from RAM (memory), not from a writable disk. By default, NONOS is stateless and leaves zero trace once powered off.
All system data, user sessions, and even the kernel itself execute in memory; nothing is written to local storage unless the user opts in. This means if someone seizes your device or if malware tries to persist, there’s simply nothing on disk to find or infect.
Users can optionally use an encrypted USB for persistence of files or settings, but even that is under user control and remains encrypted unless unlocked. Ephemeral operation is the default, providing Tails-like amnesia with a more secure architecture.
NONOS devices don’t rely on the traditional centralized internet infrastructure. Instead, they connect to a sovereign mesh network - a fully decentralized, peer-to-peer network where every node communicates through onion-routed, encrypted channels.
There are no hardcoded servers or authorities on this network (no central DNS or Big Tech cloud); nodes discover each other P2P and form an “overlay” that can run over Wi-Fi, Ethernet, or even alternative radio links.
This mesh is resilient - even if the broader internet is censored or cut off, NONOS nodes within range can continue to communicate. All traffic is onion-encrypted (similar to Tor) which prevents observers from seeing who is talking to whom.
This privacy-by-default networking ensures that not only is your device secure, but your communications are as well. It’s a network built for censorship resistance and local sovereignty.
Unlike traditional OSes, NONOS is built with blockchain and zero-knowledge technologies in mind from the start. It comes with a built-in Ethereum wallet (no need to install one - your OS itself can secure your keys offline) and supports zkAuth, a zero-knowledge authentication mechanism.
That means you can log in or prove identity without ever revealing sensitive data - only cryptographic proofs.
NONOS is Web3-ready: it treats crypto as a first-class citizen, making it easy to run decentralized apps, manage crypto assets securely, and even use decentralized identity solutions. The OS can generate and verify zk-Proofs at the kernel level, enabling what we call “post-identity” applications - apps that authenticate users by proofs, not by personal accounts.
This paves the way for services where you prove you have certain credentials or rights without disclosing your identity. It’s a fundamental shift toward provable computing.
Applications on NONOS are deployed as signed modules or “capsules” rather than traditional install packages. Each capsule carries a digital signature and a policy describing what it’s allowed to do. When a capsule runs, the OS can produce a Proof-of-Execution (using zero-knowledge proofs and attestation) that the code ran correctly on genuine NONOS hardware.
This concept of proof-bound execution means that any computation can be verified by a third party without exposing the data involved. It’s like having a built-in audit log for your apps that doesn’t violate privacy. This capability is crucial in distributed or blockchain contexts, enabling trustless interactions - for instance, proving to a smart contract that you performed a certain computation off-chain.
NONOS is pioneering this proof-native approach to computing, which is especially important for edge AI and DePIN (Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks) use cases.
NONOS provides an extra layer of security for both consumers and industries by neutralizing common cyberattacks that traditional systems fail to prevent. Here are a few prevalent threat scenarios that NONOS OS helps defend against:
Even hardware wallets like Trezor or Ledger can be undermined if your PC is infected. Malware called clipboard hijackers monitors for crypto addresses in your clipboard and swaps in the attacker’s address - causing you to unknowingly send funds to thieves.
One such fake app campaign infected 15,000+ users across 52 countries and stole an estimated $400,000 in cryptocurrency in just a few months .
(Another malware author made over $560,000 using similar copy-paste hijack tricks .) By running entirely in a secure, ephemeral environment, NONOS blocks these silent parasites that traditional OSes often miss.
Conventional PCs are vulnerable to malware that logs keystrokes or injects code to steal passwords.
For example, the infamous Zeus Trojan once stole $70+ million from U.S. bank accounts by secretly recording logins . Such malware has infected millions of computers worldwide , hitting both individuals and enterprises.
NONOS’s zero-trust design thwarts these attacks - untrusted programs can’t persist or spy on your typing, keeping online banking and sensitive data safe.
Many “tech support” scams trick victims (often seniors or employees) into installing remote desktop tools like AnyDesk or TeamViewer, letting hackers watch the screen and take over.
The results are devastating - in 2024, tech support fraud (remote PC takeover) cost victims nearly $1.46 billion in reported losses .
NONOS shuts this door: unauthorized remote-control apps simply can’t run, so scammers can’t secretly observe or siphon your money when you’re banking or working online.
Modern malware doesn’t just steal data - it often deploys ransomware or backdoors into corporate networks.
A single infected machine can lead to a company-wide crisis. Qakbot, for instance, infected over 700,000 computers and helped ransomware gangs cause “hundreds of millions of dollars” in damage globally .
These attacks hit banks, hospitals, utilities - any critical industry .
By being RAM-resident and wiping data on shutdown, NONOS effectively immunizes systems against such persistent threats.
Even if ransomware or spyware somehow lands in a NONOS session, it vanishes on reboot, dramatically limiting its impact.
NONOS tackles the most common cyber threats head-on - from stealthy crypto theft and keylogging to remote takeover and ransomware - keeping both everyday users (“mums and dads”) and industry players safe.
It bridges the gaps left by standard security tools, ensuring peace of mind in a time when cybercrime costs billions annually.
NONOS OS employs a multi-faceted commercialization strategy that targets several key market segments, ensuring both broad user adoption and diverse revenue streams. With hundreds of millions of PCs sold globally each year and growing demand for privacy and security solutions, NONOS has a vast market to capture.
The company’s revenue trajectory is projected to climb rapidly over the next few years, reaching tens of millions of dollars in annual revenue within its first 5 years (based on internal projections). Below is a breakdown of each segment of NONOS’s commercial model - from individual users to enterprise partners - detailing the offering, target audience, revenue model, and growth potential for each.
NONOS OS will be free to download and use for personal users, lowering the barrier to entry and encouraging mass adoption. This builds a large community of users who benefit from a secure, privacy-first operating system at no cost.
To monetize this base, NONOS can sell an official pre-loaded USB drive with the OS in retail. This plug-and-play device provides convenience (no installation needed) and a trusted, tamper-proof way to run NONOS - a valuable option for less technical users or those who want a portable, secure OS on the go.
This segment focuses on everyday consumers and privacy enthusiasts. It includes individuals who value security (for instance, journalists, activists, crypto users) as well as general users curious about a secure OS.
By being free, NONOS OS can spread virally among tech-savvy users and hobbyists, while the retail USB appeals to those willing to pay for an easy, ready-to-use solution (for example, in electronics stores or online).
NONOS follows a freemium approach, prioritizing user growth before monetization. The core OS remains free to ensure maximum adoption and accessibility. Revenue is generated through optional purchases, primarily the official NONOS USB drives, with potential future income from merchandise or community contributions.
Even if a small fraction of users choose to purchase a ~$50 USB for simplicity and security, that alone creates a sustainable income stream while keeping the base system open and free.
This single-purchase model scales naturally: as more users transition from free to paid, overall revenue grows. Over time, NONOS may also introduce a curated app store or premium extensions, but early growth will rely heavily on retail USB sales.
Freemium models have consistently proven their ability to attract massive audiences. ProtonMail, for example, built a base of tens of millions by offering free, secure email accounts, growing from 2 million users in 2017 to nearly 70 million by 2022. NONOS can replicate this strategy by driving adoption through its free, privacy-first OS. The potential reach is enormous: more than 286 million new PCs shipped in 2022 alone, not counting the billions already in use.
Even modest conversions create strong returns, if just 5% of 1 million free users purchase a $50 NONOS USB for convenience or trust, that equates to $2.5 million in revenue. As the user base scales into the millions, retail USB sales alone could sustain steady multi-million-dollar income while ensuring the operating system remains free and accessible to everyone.
NONOS intends to create and sell a secure, encrypted USB hardware device that acts as a trusted companion to the operating system. This is far more than a standard thumb drive, it’s a purpose-built hardware module, potentially incorporating a secure element or cryptographic chip to protect user data. The device could safely store private keys, enable secure boot and authentication, and isolate sensitive credentials from the main system.
In essence, it functions like a hybrid between a hardware wallet and a security token, keeping encryption keys and recovery data fully offline. The core value lies in physical security, even if the OS were ever compromised, the USB device would still safeguard critical assets such as identity keys, seeds, and certificates. It may also act as a trusted boot medium, ensuring only verified, untampered NONOS builds are executed.
This product is aimed at security-minded users across both consumer and enterprise segments. For consumers, it appeals to cryptocurrency holders, IT professionals, and privacy advocates seeking an extra layer of defense, much like users of Ledger or Trezor wallets. On the enterprise side, organizations could deploy NONOS secure USB keys to staff, providing verified access to company systems or as bootable devices for secure remote workstations.
It also aligns with developers, validators, and node operators in the Web3 or DePIN ecosystem who require trusted hardware for safeguarding cryptographic keys and signing operations. In essence, anyone who values hardware-based security, from YubiKey enthusiasts to blockchain operators, represents a strong potential market for the NONOS encrypted USB device.
This represents a hardware-driven revenue stream, where NONOS earns direct profit from every secure USB device sold. Units can be offered through the official online store, partnered tech retailers, or bundled with enterprise licensing packages. Pricing may differ by tier, for example, a standard edition versus a premium model featuring greater storage capacity or a built-in display.
While primarily a one-time purchase model, additional recurring income could arise from optional add-ons such as encrypted cloud backups or hardware replacement programs. As the NONOS ecosystem expands, a portion of users will naturally upgrade to the official secure USB for stronger protection, allowing hardware sales to scale in tandem with overall software adoption.
The market for secure hardware is already validated. Ledger has sold over 7 million wallets worldwide, earning about $70 million in 2024, while Trezor generates roughly $40–50 million annually. This proves strong global demand for personal security devices. The hardware wallet market was valued at around $469 million in 2024 and is forecast to reach nearly $3.3 billion by 2033, showing rapid growth.
NONOS can tap into this trend with its secure USB device. Capturing even a small share could yield tens of millions in revenue. Because the USB integrates directly with the OS, users who adopt the hardware are more likely to remain active in the ecosystem and subscribe to added services,creating a sustainable, high-margin revenue loop similar to what made Ledger and Trezor successful.
For professional users and organizations, NONOS will provide paid subscriptions and enterprise licenses that unlock advanced tools, services, and dedicated assistance. These plans may include enterprise-grade features such as automated updates, secure cloud integrations, monitoring, and priority technical support. The goal is to deliver a verifiably secure, high-assurance operating system tailored for business or mission-critical environments.
Enterprise clients can also access custom integrations, security audits, and compliance certifications suited for regulated industries or government use. In short, while the core OS stays free, professionals and companies pay for premium reliability, scalability, and guaranteed support when deploying NONOS
The target market includes advanced users, developers, and enterprise institutions. This spans DevOps teams, IT administrators, and blockchain infrastructure providers who rely on strong security and professional support. Organizations in sectors like finance, defense, and technology can deploy NONOS for its verified security model, with paid subscriptions or multi-seat licenses covering their systems and staff.
Early adopters may include startups, labs, or researchers handling sensitive data who value NONOS Pro’s zero-trust foundation and dedicated technical assistance. Over time, as the platform matures and earns industry trust, adoption will naturally expand from smaller tech-driven firms to major enterprise deployments.
NONOS will establish recurring revenue through ongoing subscriptions and enterprise licensing. Individual Pro users may pay a modest monthly or annual fee (e.g., $10/month) for enhanced tools, secure sync, or cloud-linked services. Larger organizations can adopt per-user or per-device enterprise licenses, backed by dedicated support contracts similar to Red Hat’s enterprise model.
Additional income will come from consulting, training, and large-scale deployment assistance. This approach builds a steady, predictable revenue stream as clients continue paying to maintain their hardened systems. Pricing tiers will span from free community access to Pro for advanced users, and Enterprise for high-assurance, multi-seat environments with formal SLAs.
The enterprise open-source model already has a proven track record. Red Hat famously transformed its free Linux system into a global enterprise success, generating around $3.4 billion in annual revenue before IBM’s $34 billion acquisition in 2019. This demonstrates that organizations readily pay for open-source software when it comes with reliability, expertise, and long-term support.
NONOS can mirror this success at a focused scale. If a few hundred companies subscribe to NONOS Enterprise at $50k–$100k per year, depending on deployment size and service level, the result would be tens of millions in annual revenue. Thousands of Pro-tier individuals paying smaller recurring fees further strengthen recurring income. As cybersecurity awareness grows, NONOS’s zero-trust foundation positions it to capture significant B2B demand, with enterprise contracts evolving into a major, high-retention revenue stream.
Over time, NONOS plans to collaborate with OEMs and enterprise partners to have the OS pre-installed or bundled directly with new hardware. This could include laptops, mini-PCs, or IoT devices shipping with NONOS as a “Secure Edition” from day one. Another opportunity lies in partnering with cloud, edge, or telecom providers that integrate NONOS into decentralized infrastructure networks or managed service offerings.
The benefit is seamless scale and trust, consumers get devices that are secure right out of the box, while enterprises receive hardware pre-configured to their security requirements. These collaborations also add legitimacy, as major vendors adopting NONOS validate its reliability. Manufacturers could even deploy it in specialized hardware, such as secure routers or AI edge systems, demonstrating the OS’s flexibility beyond traditional desktops.
The primary audience for OEM partnerships includes hardware manufacturers and enterprise solution providers, but the ultimate reach extends to everyday users and organizations purchasing those devices. By forming OEM agreements, NONOS can reach people who may never install an operating system manually. For example, a laptop brand focused on developers or privacy-minded users could offer a “NONOS Edition” model out of the box.
Enterprise vendors producing servers or networking equipment could embed NONOS for its verifiable security benefits, while government or educational programs might deploy it for national or institutional secure computing initiatives. In essence, this is a B2B2C strategy, partnering with industry players who deliver NONOS-powered hardware directly to end customers, achieving mass distribution and mainstream adoption.
Revenue from OEM and B2B partnerships can flow through several channels, licensing fees, shared revenue, or long-term support agreements. NONOS might license the OS to manufacturers for a small fee per device shipped or offer bulk licensing for customized editions. Another approach is certification and maintenance programs, where OEMs pay for testing, verification, and continued updates for their specific hardware builds.
In some arrangements, the OS itself remains free, while NONOS earns income by selling enterprise-level support to OEMs or their clients, much like Canonical’s Ubuntu model. Large-scale deployments may also include funded development for tailored features or integrations. These partnerships often yield substantial revenue, from hundreds of thousands to millions, as they cover large device volumes or multi-year service contracts. While slower to close, each deal can drive long-term income, growth in active users, and deeper ecosystem adoption.
OEM partnerships could rapidly accelerate NONOS adoption. Major manufacturers already support Linux variants — Dell, for instance, ships over 160 models with Ubuntu pre-installed — showing strong openness to alternatives beyond Windows. By forming similar deals, NONOS can reach mainstream users at scale through existing OEM channels.
With roughly 250–300 million PCs sold annually, even a tiny share translates to major growth. A vendor preloading NONOS on just 1% of its systems could deliver tens of thousands of new users without any consumer marketing. Financially, such deals can be lucrative — for example, 100,000 units at $5 per license equals $500,000 from one contract, plus potential support fees. As adoption grows, partnerships with IoT and edge hardware makers will further expand reach and revenue, positioning NONOS as a trusted, security-first OS across industries.
A unified interface that seamlessly integrates cloud orchestration with bare-metal ZeroState control.
Kernel
Memory
Network
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Memory-safe kernel with capability-authenticated syscalls and zero unsafe code blocks.
Complete diskless operation with all system state maintained exclusively in memory.
Privacy-first communication through Onion encrypted mesh infrastructure.
Join the next generation of operating systems with privacy, security, and modularity at its core.
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Rust microkernel & syscall isolation
RAM-resident execution framework
Sandboxed components & IPC
Secure REPL & commands
Privacy protocol integration
UEFI bootloader & cryptographic
provenance pipeline
Comprehensive research phase with prototype testing and architecture validation.
Modular kernel prototype
Security model validation
Performance benchmarking
Architecture stress testing
Research documentation
Foundational Rust microkernel with memory-safe architecture and syscall isolation.
Rust microkernel architecture
Memory-safe syscall dispatcher
Capability-based security model
RAM-resident execution framework
Cryptographic root of trust
Complete bootable OS w/ UEFI bootloader, cryptographic provenance pipeline, and diskless operation.
EFI bootloader implementation
Full ZeroState OS
Diskless operation
Persistent crypto state
Zero-trust verification
Advanced sandboxed kernel modules with secure inter-process communication.
Modular kernel components
Secure IPC channels
Module verification system
Isolated execution contexts
Advanced CLI interface
Anonymous networking and identity verification through Onion Mesh.
Onion Mesh integration
Anonymous mesh networking
zkProof identity system
Privacy-first communication
Web3-native features
First public release with core functionality and community testing program.
Public release
Community testing
Performance optimization
Security audits
Developer documentation
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Live on Ethereum • ETH Intergration Coming Q4 2025
Professional tokenomics powering the world's first cryptographically-verified OS with transparent governance, ETH integration, and proven team involved in technical development.
Strategic deployment ensuring transparent distribution and institutional-grade tokenomics across Ethereum.
NØNOS live on ETH with transparent tokenomics & active trading
Current Supply
800,000,000 N0NOS
Network
ETH Mainnet
Contract
0x0a26c80Be4E060e688d7C23aDdB92cBb5D2C9eCA
Status
Live & Trading
Supply
Deflationary
ETH deployment for institutional DeFi integration.
Intergation Type
Native
Launch Date
Q4 2025
Target
Institutional DeFi
OS Infrastructure
Development
Memory Safety
Deflationary Supply
$N0NOS is backed by active development, validated team & revolutionary OS technology.
Codebase →Institutional-grade token economics designed for sustainable growth, DeFi integration, and enterprise adoption.
Multi-signature governance with time-locks
Vesting schedules for all reserve allocations
Cross-chain bridge compatibility
Compute resource pricing integration
Uniswap V3 liquidity pools
Yield farming opportunities
Institutional custody support
Stake $N0NOS to host encrypted relay infrastructure
Publish verified CLI modules to public registry
Launch permissionless encrypted applications
Vote on protocol upgrades and parameters
Propose new features and integrations
Treasury allocation decisions
Annual fees for enterprise-grade builds of NØNOS
Tailoring NØNOS to mission-specific requirements
Certifying staff in the use of NØNOS
Micro-fees on transactions through the built-in wallet
Usage fees for maintaining ANON hidden services
Offering opt-in paid features inside NØNOS (obfuscation)
The Trustless Operating System for sovereign computing.