> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://blocks-1.gitbook.io/blocks/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://blocks-1.gitbook.io/blocks/the-blocks-registry/what-is-the-blocks-registry.md).

# What is the BLOCKS Registry?

The BLOCKS Registry is a decentralized, blockchain registry that was built to serve the world's population as a tool for improved authentication, trade, tracking, registering and payment of goods and services.