Blockdaemon
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What is Blockdaemon
Blockdaemon is a blockchain infrastructure platform that provides managed node services and related tooling for connecting to and operating across multiple blockchain networks. It is used by exchanges, custodians, wallets, and Web3 application teams that need reliable RPC access, node operations, and staking infrastructure without running everything in-house. The product emphasizes multi-chain coverage, deployment across cloud and data-center environments, and operational features such as monitoring and security controls.
Managed multi-chain node operations
Blockdaemon provides managed blockchain nodes and API/RPC access across many networks, reducing the need for teams to provision and maintain their own node fleets. This supports common production needs such as high availability, upgrades, and incident response processes. It fits organizations that require consistent access patterns across multiple chains rather than building chain-specific operations internally.
Staking and validator infrastructure
The platform supports staking-related infrastructure for proof-of-stake networks, including validator operations and delegation workflows (network support varies). This is useful for institutions that need operational controls and reporting around staking activities. It can reduce the operational burden of running validators while keeping staking as part of a broader infrastructure stack.
Enterprise deployment and controls
Blockdaemon supports deployment options aligned to enterprise requirements, including cloud and data-center environments and operational monitoring. It is typically positioned for regulated or security-conscious teams that need auditable operations and defined access controls. These capabilities can be important when blockchain connectivity is part of a larger production system with compliance and uptime expectations.
Network coverage varies by chain
Supported networks, features (e.g., archival data, tracing, staking), and SLAs can differ by blockchain. Teams often need to validate whether required endpoints, historical data depth, and performance characteristics are available for each target chain. This can add evaluation effort compared with solutions focused on a narrower set of networks.
Potential vendor dependency
Using a managed infrastructure provider can create operational dependency for node access, upgrades, and incident handling. Migrating to self-hosted nodes or another provider may require changes to endpoints, monitoring, and operational runbooks. Organizations with strict control requirements may still prefer to operate critical nodes internally.
Cost and usage complexity
Pricing for managed nodes, API usage, and staking services can become complex as traffic, redundancy requirements, and number of supported chains grow. Budgeting may require careful modeling of request volume, environments (dev/test/prod), and high-availability configurations. This can be a constraint for smaller teams or early-stage projects with variable usage patterns.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 per month | Limited API usage; free API key available. (Official site: Free tier for API/Ubiquity). |
| Starter | Price not listed (contact sales / in-app) | Higher RPS and CUs vs Free (Starter tier listed on Blockdaemon pricing/docs; price not published). |
| Growth (Ubiquity) | $400 per month (documented on Blockdaemon blog) | Larger CU allocation and higher RPS; Enterprise-level SLA options for Growth. Some official pages list Growth compute-unit limits but do not show a price on the pricing page. |
| Enterprise | Custom pricing | Bespoke capacity, SLAs, dedicated support; contact sales. |
Seller details
Blockdaemon, Inc.
Los Angeles, CA, USA
2017
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https://blockdaemon.com
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