> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.towns.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Introduction

Mini Apps enable developers to distribute apps to Towns users without requiring app store approval.

Towns follows the [Farcaster miniapp specification](https://miniapps.farcaster.xyz/), allowing developers to build interactive experiences using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.

## What are Mini Apps?

Mini Apps are web applications that run within Towns, providing users with interactive experiences directly in their conversations. They can:

* Access user context and Towns-specific data
* Integrate with Ethereum wallets
* Compose messages back to Towns
* Provide rich, interactive experiences without leaving the app

## Getting Started

For a complete guide on building Mini Apps, refer to the [Farcaster Mini Apps documentation](https://miniapps.farcaster.xyz/).

Towns extends the Farcaster specification with additional context data. See the [SDK](/build/miniapps/sdk) documentation for Towns-specific extensions.