No License Required Nodes — Deploy Without NFTs
These protocols let you start running Nodes immediately without purchasing an NFT license or key. Connect your wallet, subscribe, and deploy.
No-license protocols
| Protocol | Node Type | From ($/mo) | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avail | Validator | $7.50 | Deploy |
| Celestia | Light | $15.00 | Deploy |
| Nexus | Prover | $15.00 | Deploy |
Avail
Web3 infrastructure layer allowing modular execution layers to scale and interoperate in a trust-minimized way through data availability.
Prerequisites: EVM-compatible wallet
Celestia
Modular blockchain powering applications with full-stack customizability through a dedicated data availability layer.
Prerequisites: EVM-compatible wallet
Nexus
Hyperscale decentralized supercomputer for verifiable computation, purpose-built for AI workloads, blockchain, and privacy-enhancing technologies.
Prerequisites: EVM-compatible wallet
What next?
- Looking for protocols that support delegation? See Delegation-Supported Nodes
- Get Started with NodeOps Console