Frequently asked questions

For all users

What is NFT.Storage?

NFT.Storage is a public good designed to preserve NFT data in decentralized, verifiable Filecoin storage. Aimed at ensuring every NFT remains accessible, we provide a low-cost, one-time fee solution for long-term preservation, aiming to seamlessly integrate across all NFT minting platforms and marketplaces.The cost to store your digital assets on NFT.Storage is USD $4.99 per GB. This is a one-time fee that aims to ensure your NFT data is preserved.

How does NFT.Storage aim to ensure the longevity of my NFTs?

We aim to ensure the longevity of your NFTs by leveraging Filecoin's decentralized storage capabilities along with IPFS's content addressing. We strive to ensure your NFT data is stored and accessible for the long-term, backed by our on-chain endowment and commitment to NFT preservation.

What does it cost to use NFT.Storage?

NFT.Storage offers long-term storage solutions at a one-time fee of USD $4.99 per GB. This fee is intended to to cover the cost of storing your digital assets securely in the Filecoin network, aiming for their longevity without incurring recurring costs.

How can I retrieve my NFT data from NFT.Storage?

We're enhancing data retrieval from NFT.Storage through collaboration with our Storage Providers to facilitate access via ipfs.io, a part of the decentralized IPFS network. This IPFS public gateway is currently under development to support efficient data retrieval. In the meantime, it's accessible for experimental use at ipfs.io/[enter CID].

For less frequent retrievals, get your content directly from the Filecoin storage provider. Learn more about retrieving from Storage Providers.

For more consistent, day-to-day retrieval needs, the IPFS.io gateway may not be suitable due to the varying reliability of this gateway. For a more suitable frequent retrieval use case, we recommend considering one of these options.

Can anyone verify the data stored on NFT.Storage?

All data stored with NFT.Storage is content-addressed with an IPFS hash, allowing anyone to mathematically prove its originality. In addition, periodic cryptographic checks are used in the Filecoin Network, aiming to ensure the verifiability of your data.

For NFT.Storage Classic users

What is NFT.Storage Classic?

NFT.Storage Classic is the original NFT.Storage product that provides free decentralized bandwidth and Filecoin storage for NFT data. The Classic product is no longer accepting new user registrations, but existing users can continue to upload data through 30 June 2024. NFT.Storage Classic has moved to classic.nft.storage.

Do I need to migrate my NFT.Storage Classic data to another hot storage provider?

Migration isn't required, but given how critical your NFT data is, we recommend using multiple storage solutions. Both Pinata and Lighthouse have a simple tool to help you copy your NFT.Storage Classic data in under 5 minutes. Learn how here.

How do I copy my NFT.Storage Classic data to Pinata and Lighthouse?

Copying your NFT.Storage Classic data to Pinata or Lighthouse is simple and straightforward. Here are the steps for each provider:

Pinata:
‍
‍1. Sign Up: Create a Pinata account
2. API Key: Log in to your NFT.Storage Classic account and create an API key.
3. Integration: Use the API key to integrate with Pinata.
4. Start Copying: Begin the copy process.

For detailed instructions, visit the Pinata Guide.

Lighthouse:

1. Sign Up: Create a Lighthouse account
2. Copy Tool: Use Lighthouse's tool to import your NFT.Storage Classic data.
3. Follow Steps: Follow the steps provided by Lighthouse to complete the process.

For detailed instructions, visit the Lighthouse Guide.

By following these guides, you can seamlessly copy your data to ensure its continued availability.

Frequently asked questions

For all users

For NFT.Storage Classic users

Haven't found what you needed?