One platform.
Three ways to run it.
Local, self-hosted, or managed. Your choice.
Compare deployment options
Local
Runs on your machine
Best for individuals and small businesses prioritizing privacy.
- Developers building and testing locally
- Lightning node operators
- Individuals and small businesses
Self-Hosted
Runs on your infrastructure
- Data location Your servers
- Setup You manage
- Maintenance You manage
- Support License dependent
Best for enterprises wanting full control with DevOps teams.
- Developers integrating Clams into their stack
- Exchanges and custodians
- Mining operations with DevOps teams
Hosted by Clams
Your own private server, maintained by us
- Data location Dedicated instance
- Setup We manage
- Maintenance We manage
- Support Priority
Best for teams wanting zero maintenance overhead with their own dedicated endpoint.
- Accountants managing multiple clients
- Finance teams wanting zero maintenance
Organizations with $1M+ annual revenue require an enterprise license.
Let us handle the infrastructure
Focus on your work. We'll handle uptime, updates, and backups.
- Your own private Clams Server instance
- Your own dedicated API endpoint
- Managed uptime and reliability
- Automatic updates and security patches
- Regular backups included
- Priority support with 2-business-day response
Common Questions
Can I switch between deployment options?
Yes. Your data exports cleanly between deployments. Start local, move to self-hosted or managed when you're ready. No lock-in.
What's the same across all three?
Everything that matters. Same Clams Server, same features, same interfaces. The only difference is where it runs and who maintains it.
Which interfaces work with which deployment?
All of them. CLI and Server work with every deployment option, plus a REST API for programmatic access. You choose the interfaces that fit your workflow.
What's the difference between Clams Cloud and Hosted by Clams?
Clams Cloud is our public hosted instance for quick access and convenience. Hosted by Clams is your own private Clams Server, deployed and maintained on your behalf, with your own dedicated endpoint.