Safe Redaction: an early draft BIP

The draft BIP titled Safe Redaction, proposed for community feedback, aims to introduce a soft fork that would allow node operators the flexibility to redact arbitrary data deemed objectionable while still enjoying the full benefits of operating a node. The proposal utilizes BIP 3 as its foundation for a couple of significant reasons. Primarily, the anticipation is that BIP 3 will be adopted sooner than Safe Redaction, making it essential for future-proofing the proposal. Moreover, employing BIP 3 in drafting a new BIP could potentially support its adoption by showcasing its utility or identifying any possible issues, thereby advancing the discussion within the community.

The purpose of this communication is to engage BIP editors and community members in evaluating the proposal across several dimensions: its novelty, viability, utility, relevance to the Bitcoin ecosystem, its current state of readiness, and whether it aligns with the interests and topics relevant to the Bitcoin community. The drafter encourages feedback from all perspectives to gauge community interest, which is crucial for the advancement of any new BIP.

For those wishing to delve deeper into the discussion than what the mailing list format allows, an invitation has been extended to join a Discord server dedicated to this topic. The most recent invite link to this server can be found within the draft BIP document. Additionally, individuals preferring private communication modes are encouraged to reach out via email with their details. The draft BIP for Safe Redaction is available for review at https://github.com/laissez-faire-btc/safe-redaction/blob/main/bip-safe-redaction.md, offering the community an opportunity to contribute to the development and refinement of this proposal.