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

# Why QuantDesk: principles behind the platform

> Core values driving QuantDesk: terminal-grade execution, honest scope labels, non-custodial wallet flow, and first-class developer APIs for builders.

# Why QuantDesk

A short take on **values**; the full product story is in [What is QuantDesk?](./what-is-quantdesk).

## Principles

* **Terminal-grade first** — depth and speed for people who actually trade, not only for onboarding funnels.
* **Honest scope** — we say when something is prototype, roadmap, or production.
* **Non-custodial mindset** — keys stay with users; integration paths are explicit.
* **Builders included** — APIs and docs for developers, not an afterthought.
* **No fake “complete”** — crypto finance moves fast; we document what is true today and what is next.

## In one line

QuantDesk is where **serious perp execution**, **clear data and context**, and **integrator-grade APIs** meet in one product story — without dumbing down the market or the stack.

## Read next

* [What is QuantDesk?](./what-is-quantdesk) — problem, gap, direction
* [Features and tools](./features-and-tools) — capability map with status
* [Uniques and roadmap](./uniques-and-roadmap) — shipped vs planned