In a cloudy corner of San Francisco, internet security looks less like code and more like a 1970s fever dream. At Cloudflare HQ, a glowing wall of lava lamps isn’t just for vibes—it’s literally defending the internet.

Here’s how it works: A camera captures the hypnotic, ever-shifting blobs of goo, then converts that chaos into randomness. That randomness becomes encryption. That encryption protects around 10% of all internet traffic.

Lava lamps are the unsung heroes of cybersecurity.

Move in front of them? Even better. Your awkward dance or coffee break walk-by makes the encryption even more unpredictable. So go ahead—be part of the entropy. It’s like photobombing the Matrix, but for a good cause.

Want to witness it yourself? The lava wall is real, it’s mesmerizing, and you can find out how it works here.