Lit Protocol
Programmable key management runtime that runs JavaScript Lit Actions in a TEE and signs on any chain or API.
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Lit Protocol key facts
| Category | Developer infrastructure |
|---|---|
| Platforms | API, SDK, Web |
| Custody | Non-custodial |
| Pricing | Prepaid credits; management calls and Lit Action execution $0.01 per second; packages from $5 (500 credits) to $50 |
| Free plan | All read-only dashboard and API operations are free |
| Token | LITKEY, payment token for Lit services; 25% credit discount; canonical on Base |
| Open source | Yes: API server, Lit Actions runtime, dashboard, contracts in public GitHub repos |
What is Lit Protocol?
Lit Protocol is a programmable signing and key management network. Its current Chipotle stack runs Lit Actions (JavaScript) inside an Intel TDX trusted execution environment, with key permissions held in smart contracts on Base. Usage is billed from prepaid credits at $0.01 per second of execution, so a standard ECDSA signature costs about $0.01.
Lit Protocol pros and cons
- Read-only API and dashboard calls are free; signatures cost about $0.01 each
- Paying in LITKEY gives a 25% discount on credits
- Chipotle stack is open source and can be self-hosted
- Current keys are protected by TEE hardware, so security depends on Intel TDX hardware and firmware
- Minimum credit top-up is $5 and all usage is prepaid
- Protocol upgrades are approved through a Safe multisig, not by token holders
Lit Protocol FAQ
What is Lit Protocol?
Lit Protocol is a programmable signing and key management network. Its current Chipotle stack runs Lit Actions (JavaScript) inside an Intel TDX trusted execution environment, with key permissions held in smart contracts on Base. Usage is billed from prepaid credits at $0.01 per second of execution, so a standard ECDSA signature costs about $0.01.
How much does Lit Protocol cost?
Prepaid credits; management calls and Lit Action execution $0.01 per second; packages from $5 (500 credits) to $50, according to Lit Protocol’s own page (checked Sep 26, 2026). Free plan: All read-only dashboard and API operations are free.
Does Lit Protocol hold my funds?
No. Lit Protocol is non-custodial: you keep your funds in your own wallet and sign each transaction.
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Sources: Lit Protocol: official site, Lit Protocol: Pricing, Lit Protocol: LITKEY. Data as of Sep 26, 2026.
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