Nostr: How do I choose relays?

Start with relays your client can reach reliably, then consider their rules, retention, cost, location, and support for the NIPs you use.

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Nostr: How do I choose relays?

Short answer

Start with relays your client can reach reliably, then consider their rules, retention, cost, location, and support for the NIPs you use. NIP-11 lets relays advertise metadata, while NIP-65 lets users publish read and write relay choices. A small set of dependable relays often works better than a long list of unreliable ones. Revisit choices if posts or replies are missing.

Sources

NIP-11: Relay metadata, NIP-65: Relay lists.