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title: Examples of Web3 Apps
description: Understand what kinds of applications can be built on NEAR Protocol with real-world examples.
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## Real Examples of Web3 Apps

You might be wondering what you can actually build with decentralized technology, and the answer is: almost anything! Here are some real examples of different fields where decentralized apps are making an impact:

### Financial Apps
      Think of apps like digital banks, but without the bank. You can lend money to others and earn interest, or swap one type of token for another, all automatically

      In NEAR Protocol for example we have the decentralized exchange [Ref Finance](https://ref.finance/) and a cross-chain platform for swaps named [NEAR Intents](https://app.near-intents.org)

        - [Ref Finance](https://ref.finance/)
        - [NEAR Intents](https://app.near-intents.org)

### Community Governance
      In Web 3, groups of people can make decisions together through transparent voting systems. No more wondering if your vote actually counted - everything is recorded on the blockchain.

      [NEAR Treasury](https://neartreasury.com/) and [Astra++](https://near.social/astraplusplus.ndctools.near/widget/home) are examples of community governance in action

        - [NEAR Treasury](https://neartreasury.com/)
        - [Astra++](https://near.social/astraplusplus.ndctools.near/widget/home)

### Digital Art & Collectibles
      Artists can create unique digital artwork that is verified as authentic and owned by specific people. These can be collected and traded just like physical art

        - [Hot Craft](https://hotcraft.art)

### Gaming
      Imagine playing a game where the items you earn are actually yours. Since items are stored on the blockchain, they are readily available on any game that supports them, and easily tradable with other players.

        - [NEAR Gaming](https://x.com/neargamesdao)

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