NFT.Storage

What NFT.Storage is

NFT.Storage is a paid service for preserving off-chain NFT data through distributed Filecoin storage, IPFS content addressing and peer-to-peer networking. Stored data receives an IPFS hash, while the FAQ says Filecoin performs periodic cryptographic checks. The preservation product is offered as a web app and API, and minting platforms can integrate for storage purchases and token uploads. Accounts can be created with GitHub authentication, but storage itself is paid. The NFT Long-Term Storage plan costs $4.99, paid once, billed at $4.99 / GB as a one-time fee based on storage size. There are no recurring duration fees, and unused storage is not refundable. An on-chain endowment backed by smart contracts is intended to cover continuing Filecoin storage costs. Retrieval has a stated caveat: the ipfs.io gateway is under development and may not suit frequent day-to-day use. NFT.Storage was founded in 2021, and support is available through ticket submission.

Who it suits

NFT.Storage suits creators, developers and minting platforms that need distributed preservation for off-chain NFT data. Its API and web app support account-based storage purchases and uploads.

Limits

Storage is sold at $4.99 / GB as a one-time fee, with no recurring duration fees and no refunds for unused storage. The ipfs.io retrieval gateway is under development and may not suit frequent day-to-day retrieval.

Getting started

1. Open the NFT.Storage website
2. Create an account with GitHub authentication
3. Purchase NFT Long-Term Storage through the website
4. Upload token data through the web app or API
5. Connect a minting platform using the documented integration flow

Verdict

NFT.Storage focuses on long-term, verifiable preservation rather than routine file retrieval. The one-time, size-based fee is clear, but the developing gateway may limit frequent access.