ipfs/kubo

implement 'relay only' mode

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#4197 opened on Sep 2, 2017

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Description

It would be very useful to have a mode where you can run ipfs entirely over relayed connections. This would allow lower powered devices to be able to interact with the ipfs network more easily.

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Tech stack
go
Domain
backendinfrastructure
Issue type
feature
DifficultyEstimated implementation difficulty for a new contributor, from 1 for very small changes to 5 for expert-level work.
4
Estimated timeA rough time range for an experienced contributor to investigate, implement, test, and prepare a pull request.
over 1 week
Activity statusHow available the issue appears right now: fresh, active, stale, blocked, or waiting on maintainer input.
stale
ClarityHow clearly the issue explains the expected change, acceptance criteria, and next step.
needs investigation
Prerequisites
Go programmingIPFS networking conceptslibp2p
Newbie friendlinessA 1-100 score estimating how approachable this issue is for first-time contributors.
20
Research direction
Investigate the current libp2p circuit relay implementation in go libp2p and how it integrates with Kubo. Review existing relay configuration options and identify changes needed to enforce relay only connections, such as disabling direct NAT traversal. Examine related issues and PRs for prior discussion. Propose a design document outlining the mode's behavior, configuration, and impact on performance and connectivity.