# Fluence: Cloudless Computing

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Fluence is a **decentralized compute network** that enables anyone to deploy virtual machines on independently operated, globally distributed infrastructure. Built on an Arbitrum Orbit L2 appchain anchored to Ethereum, Fluence coordinates compute providers through staking and governance while keeping transaction costs low. Compute is paid in **stablecoins (USDC)**, and **FLT**—the native token—is used for staking and protocol governance.

## Getting Started

Apply for access at [fluence.network/get-started](https://www.fluence.network/get-started)

## Platform Interfaces

- **[Console](https://console.fluence.network)** — Web dashboard for deployment and management
- **[API](https://api.fluence.dev)** — RESTful API for programmatic infrastructure control

## Developer Resources

- **[fluence-collective](https://github.com/fluencelabs/fluence-collective)** — Community tools including Terraform provider and integration examples
- **[API Documentation](https://api.fluence.dev)** — Interactive Swagger documentation
- **[Developer Docs](https://fluence.dev)** — Comprehensive guides for VM deployment and management

## Network Tools

- **[Explorer](https://explorer.fluence.dev)**  
  Real-time Blockscout-powered explorer for tracking providers, compute deals, and network activity

- **[Staking App](https://stake.fluence.network)**  
  Stake FLT to secure the network and participate in governance

- **[Network Stats](https://www.fluence.network/stats)**  
  Live metrics including capacity, node distribution, and usage data

- **[Parasail Liquid Staking](https://www.parasail.network/staking/fluence)**  
  Stake via Parasail and mint pFLT tokens

## Why Fluence

- **Enterprise-grade infrastructure** — Running on tier 3 and tier 4 datacenters
- **No vendor lock-in** — Independently operated providers ensure true decentralization
- **Transparent pricing** — Pay only for what you use with USDC
- **Global distribution** — Deploy across multiple geographic locations
- **Web3-native** — Seamless integration for blockchain workloads

## Use Cases

- Host blockchain nodes with enterprise reliability
- Deploy distributed applications 
- Run workloads on independently operated infrastructure
- Build without hyperscaler dependencies

## Community & Ecosystem

- **[Fluence DAO](https://fluence.network/governance)** — Participate in protocol governance
- **[Discord](https://fluence.chat)** — Connect with developers and users
- **[Twitter/X](https://x.com/fluence_project)** — Latest updates and announcements
- **[Blog](https://fluence.network/blog)** — Technical deep-dives and ecosystem news
- **[DePIN Day](https://depinday.xyz)** — Global event series on Decentralized Physical Infrastructure
- **[Fluence Pointless Program](https://pointless.fluence.network)** — Earn points for ecosystem participation

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**Fluence: Enterprise-grade compute infrastructure. Decentralized by design. No hyperscalers, no lock-in, just transparent cloud computing.**