FAQ

For frequently asked technical questions, check out our Glossary.

How is MoT so much better value than other services?

We optimise our infrastructure to reduce the cost of providing over-the-air updates and device management services, then pass those savings on to you. You can read more in the Why MoT section.

Can I trust that MoT will remain operational and reliable in the coming years?

We do not rely on investors or other unpredictable funding streams to build or provide the MoT service. Instead, we optimised our system to reduce overheads and subsequently have already reached profitability. This allows us to provide our users the confidence they need to build their long-term projects on MoT.

In the event of a cataclysmic and unpredictable event such as an extinction-level meteor strike, we will provide you with the ability to export your data and we will provide an open-source MoT solution for self-hosting.

Can I self-host? Are there discounts for open-source or charitable projects?

We do not currently provide a self-hosting option, nor do we provide discounts for open-source or charitable projects. Instead, we aim to run our core services at the lowest price possible for everyone.

If you feel that you have something particularly worthy of an exception, please contact us and we will give it due consideration.

Is MoT secure?

The Mesh of Things utilises Nebula, a secure, scalable and open-source layer 3 overlay networking tool that uses the Noise Protocol Framework (the same used as the basis of Wireguard and the Signal messaging app) to establish secure connections between devices. Nebula is built by Slack and is used in production to connect thousands of Slack servers together. It has been battle-tested over many years at scale across companies around the world.