Private documents require a Hypermedia Server, either Seed-hosted or self-hosted.

Public documents can often be distributed purely peer-to-peer. When enough nodes replicate the content, no dedicated server is required. Even if a publisher has few followers, public nodes can assist with distribution and availability.

Private documents operate differently. They typically do not have a large replication network, and by design, they cannot rely on public nodes for distribution. Because access must be restricted and controlled, a dedicated Hypermedia Server is required to ensure secure availability, access management, and reliable replication.