Aleomail (ZKMail)

Overview

Aleomail (ZKMail) is a blockchain-based email service that leverages Zero-Knowledge Proofs (ZKPs) and cryptographic techniques to provide secure and private communication between users. Built on the Aleo blockchain, ZKMail ensures end-to-end encryption, sender/receiver anonymity, and immutable mail records while keeping email contents confidential.

Features

• Decentralized Email System – No central authority, fully on-chain.
• End-to-End Encryption – Emails are encrypted using asymmetric cryptography.
• Zero-Knowledge Proofs – Verifies transactions without exposing message content.
• Secure Authentication – Uses blockchain identities and Aleo wallet integration.
• Spam & Phishing Protection – Smart contract-based filtering and reputation scoring.
• Decentralized Storage – Encrypted content stored via IPFS/Arweave, metadata on-chain.
• Real-Time Notifications – Alerts for incoming messages.

Tech Stack

• Blockchain: Aleo (Zero-Knowledge Proofs support)
• Cryptography: ZK-SNARKs, ECC, asymmetric encryption
• Smart Contracts: Aleo programming model
• Storage: IPFS/Pinata (off-chain), Aleo blockchain (on-chain metadata)
• Frontend: React/Next.js
• Backend: Aleo-based smart contract execution

Installation

Prerequisites

• Node.js (v16+ recommended)
• Aleo Wallet
• Aleo Development Environment

Steps

1. Clone the repository:

   git clone [https://github.com/your-repo/zkmail.git](https://github.com/Minimask-lap/aleomail)
   cd aleomail

2. Install dependencies:

   npm install

3. Configure environment variables:

   cp .env.example .env

   Edit .env.sample with the required blockchain and storage configurations.

4. Start the development server:

   npm run dev

Usage

1. Register an account using Aleo wallet.
2. Send a mail by encrypting the content with the recipient’s public key.
3. Receive mail by decrypting messages using your private key.
4. Verify email transactions using ZK-SNARKs to ensure privacy.

Roadmap

• Implement inbox filtering with smart contract-based reputation scoring.
• Enable multi-chain interoperability with Ethereum and Solana identities.
• Develop a mobile-friendly UI for better accessibility.
• Introduce a DAO-based governance model.

Contributing

Contributions are welcome! To get started:

1. Fork the repo
2. Create a new branch: git checkout -b feature-branch
3. Make your changes and commit: git commit -m "Added new feature"
4. Push the branch: git push origin feature-branch
5. Open a pull request

License

This project is licensed under the MIT License - see the LICENSE file for details.

Contact

For any questions, reach out via:

• Twitter: @aleomail
• Discord: Join our community here