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---
openapi: get /dwn/v1/ipfs/{cid}
title: Retrieve IPFS Content
description: Fetch distributed content using its Content Identifier
og:title: IPFS Content Retrieval
---
<Info>
Content Identifiers (CIDs) are cryptographic hashes that uniquely identify content in IPFS.
</Info>
## CID Resolution
### Resolution Process
1. Query local IPFS node cache
2. Search connected peers
3. Fetch from distributed network
4. Return raw content data
### CID Formats
- **CIDv0**: Legacy format (starts with 'Qm')
- **CIDv1**: Modern format (starts with 'bafy')
Example CIDs:
```
CIDv0: QmYwAPJzv5CZsnA625s3Xf2nemtYgPpHdWEz79ojWnPbdG
CIDv1: bafybeigdyrzt5sfp7udm7hu76uh7y26nf3efuylqabf3oclgtqy55fbzdi
```
## Performance Considerations
<Tip>
Pin frequently accessed content to your local IPFS node for faster retrieval.
</Tip>
### Caching Strategy
- Hot data: Keep pinned locally
- Warm data: Cache with TTL
- Cold data: Fetch on demand
<Warning>
Large files may take time to retrieve if not cached locally or on nearby peers.
</Warning>
## Error Handling
Common errors:
- **404**: CID not found in network
- **408**: Timeout fetching content
- **507**: Local storage full