# Getting Started

Phi is an identity layer that allows users to actively shape and express their onchain identity from all onchain transactions. We've created a series of tools that makes it easy for you to start building credentials for all web3 users.

### Our Tools 

* [Phi Protocol](https://docs.phi.box/explore-phi/~/changes/76/phi-protocol) : Open credentialing protocol to curate and create creds
* API : Retrieve indexed event data from Phi
* [Phi SDK](https://docs.phi.box/explore-phi/~/changes/76/introduction/broken-reference) : Phi's on-chain development tools
* Artist Program : Program for Phi Creators and Artists

Phi is an identity layer that allows users to actively shape and express their onchain identity from all onchain transactions. We've created a set of sections that makes it easy for you to start building credentials for all web3 users.

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Join our [Discord](https://discord.gg/phi) or [Farcaster](https://warpcast.com/~/channel/phi) to ask questions and learn more about our community.