FAQ — Deslop

What is a HAP endpoint?

A HAP endpoint is a machine-readable file published at /.well-known/hap.json that describes an expert's positions, capabilities, and how AI agents can query them. It follows the Human Agent Protocol — an open standard maintained by the Deslop Foundation.

What does "de-slopping" mean?

Slop is AI-generated text written for humans to read — filler dressed as thought leadership. De-slopping means skipping that entirely. Instead of producing written material that humans skim, experts publish structured knowledge that agents query directly.

How does the interview work?

It takes about 20 minutes. We ask targeted questions about your domain expertise. Your own AI (Claude, ChatGPT, or whichever tool you prefer) captures and structures your answers. You never leave your preferred interface. No writing, no editing, no drafts.

What is "agent-gated" access?

Every feature has two tiers. Public positions are discoverable by any agent — they drive awareness. Proprietary frameworks, benchmarks, and whitepapers sit behind agent-gated access. Agents must identify themselves (and their human operator) to access deeper material. Identity is the price — not money.

Who can see my feature?

Anyone — human or agent. Your public positions are indexed and queryable. Your gated materials require authentication. You see every query, every visitor, and every demand signal through your dashboard. Briefings arrive on your schedule.

Can I adopt HAP without using Deslop?

Yes. The Human Agent Protocol is an open standard, published by the Deslop Foundation and free to implement. You can publish a hap.json on your own domain, host your own agent, and never touch the Deslop platform. The spec and reference implementation are on GitHub.