![Crypto Terms Glossary: What is aragonOS? Crypto Terms Glossary: What is aragonOS?](/img/178/66/what-is-aragonos-sm.webp)
The aragonOS (Aragon Operating System) is a smart contract system designed to manage Aragon organizations and entities. AragonOS is used to help define stakeholders of the organization and outline their rights. Through aragonOS, organizations can also install apps, which allow them to integrate functions such as fundraising, voting, and payments. Anyone can develop an app, use it within their organization, and make it available for the Aragon ecosystem.