OrbitDB is a decentralized, peer-to-peer (P2P) database system designed for the decentralized web, utilizing libp2p and the InterPlanetary File System (IPFS) to facilitate data storage and synchronization across a network of peers. Unlike traditional databases, OrbitDB operates without a central repository, allowing each peer to host its own database instance while maintaining data consistency through conflict-free replicated data types (CRDTs). This structure supports decentralized applications (DApps) by enabling direct peer communication, automatic data replication, and customizable access controls, enhancing security and scalability. OrbitDB's architecture allows for a variety of database types, including key-value stores, document databases, and immutable logs, each supporting CRUD operations via a clean API interface. Despite its potential, OrbitDB and IPFS remain in alpha stages, indicating ongoing development and limited support for certain operating systems like Windows. This innovative framework is particularly suited for blockchain and other decentralized applications, offering both online and offline functionality with the assurance of eventual data consistency.