Lighthouse
IPFS and Filecoin storage with encryption, token gating, perpetual storage options, and 5 GB free tier.
NFT Tools
Storage & Metadata
Free Available
Pricing
Free Available
Platforms
Web
API Access
Yes
Founded
2021
Overview
Lighthouse is a Web3 storage platform built on IPFS and Filecoin, offering the only token-gated encrypted storage service in the category. It uses BLS Threshold Cryptography (Kavach framework) for encryption, supports access control across EVM, Solana, and Cosmos chains, and provides a pay-once-store-forever model via Filecoin deals. The 5 GB free tier and multiple lifetime storage purchase options make it accessible for small projects.
Key Features
- Encrypted token-gated storage using BLS Threshold Cryptography (Kavach framework)
- Cross-chain access control: EVM, Solana, Cosmos, Passkeys, and zkTLS support
- Pay-once-store-forever model via Filecoin smart contract endowment for perpetual storage
- Dedicated IPFS gateways with CDN and 4K video streaming support
- IPNS (InterPlanetary Name System) support for mutable content without changing URIs
- Data DAOs and Proof of Data Segment Inclusion for verifiable storage commitments
- SDKs for JavaScript, Python, Go with CLI tools; cross-chain payments via Axelar
Pricing Plans
Free
$0/mo
- 5 GB IPFS storage included
- Public gateway access
- Basic API access for uploads and retrieval
- Filecoin persistent storage deals
- Standard support
Most Popular
Lite
$10/mo (annual)
- 500 GB storage
- Dedicated IPFS gateway with CDN
- Image optimization API
- Encryption and token gating (Kavach)
- Standard rate limits and API access
Premium
$42/mo (annual)
- 2.5 TB storage
- 4K video streaming via IPFS gateway
- Advanced encryption with BLS Threshold Cryptography
- Cross-chain access control (EVM + Solana + Cosmos)
- IPNS support for mutable content addressing
Beacon (lifetime)
$20 one-time
- 5 GB permanent storage — no monthly fees ever
- Backed by Filecoin smart contract endowment pool
- Public gateway access for lifetime of storage
- Ideal for small NFT projects and metadata
- No expiry or renewal required
