For developers handling sensitive workloads—AI models, AI Agents, blockchain computations, or private data processing—security is critical. Trusted Execution Environments (TEEs) deliver hardware-level isolation to shield applications from unauthorized access, even from cloud providers. Setting up TEEs, though, often means wrestling with complicated configs, steep costs, and trust hurdles.

Phala Cloud fixes that. It’s a decentralized cloud platform that makes TEE deployments secure, verifiable, and straightforward. Running on Intel TDX enclaves, it gives you:

• Fast Deployment: Spin up TEE instances without the setup grind.

• Proof of Security: Remote attestation confirms your workloads are locked in legit TEEs.

• Affordable Scale: Free tier plus $400 in credits to kick things off.

• No Central Control: A distributed network you can rely on.

Get going:

• Sign up for a free account and grab your $400 credits.

• Hit the Telegram chat for help.

• Check the Phala Cloud Blog for tech breakdowns.

• Dig into the docs for a quick start.

Here’s how Phala Cloud makes TEEs work for developers.

The Journey to Phala Cloud

Phala Network began with a vision: to make confidential computing accessible and verifiable for all. The early years were spent building the necessary infrastructure to prove that TEEs could offer not just security, but also transparency. TEE-based verification, a key milestone in Phala’s history, laid the groundwork for applications that require trusted execution, from blockchain integrations to AI workloads.

This 5+ year journey saw Phala evolve from a security-focused initiative to a full-scale middleware provider. With the release of Phat Contracts, Phala introduced lightweight, serverless smart contracts that integrate with on-chain and off-chain environments while preserving data privacy. This innovation made it easier for developers to build privacy-preserving applications without managing complex infrastructure.

Now, with Phala Cloud, we take the final step in making confidential computing truly accessible—abstracting away the complexity of TEE environments so developers can deploy with confidence.

Why Phala Cloud for TEEs?

Phala Cloud is a decentralized platform built on TEEs, using Intel TDX enclaves. It cuts through the mess of TEE management so you can deploy secure, isolated environments fast.

What it offers:

• Hardware Lockdown: TDX enclaves keep your workloads untouchable.

• Attestation Built In: Cryptographic checks prove your app’s running in a real TEE.

• Distributed Setup: No single point of failure across its node network.

• Open Code: Based on the Dstack SDK for full transparency.

Whether you’re an AI developer safeguarding your model weights or an enterprise securing sensitive data, Phala Cloud provides the tools you need to operate with confidence and transparency.

It’s for developers who want secure computing without the infrastructure headache.

Refer to our user guide for more information here.

Beta Results: TEEs Handling Real Loads

Our Beta program saw remarkable traction, with developers and teams worldwide pushing the boundaries of confidential computing. Here’s a snapshot of our Beta success:

• 1000+ Teams Onboarded: From blockchain innovators to AI researchers, a diverse community leveraged Phala Cloud’s secure environment.

• 3000+ vCPUs in Use: High demand for secure and scalable compute resources validated Phala Cloud’s performance and reliability.

• 1000+ Applications Deployed: Real-world use cases—from privacy-preserving AI agents to enterprise data analytics—demonstrated the platform’s versatility.

• >18M $PHA Captured: An active economy of usage, underscoring our platform’s robust ecosystem.

These metrics confirm one thing: confidential computing is no longer a niche concept—it’s a must-have for the next generation of cloud-based applications.

Built for AI: Key Capabilities

While Phala Cloud supports a wide range of applications, we’ve paid special attention verifiability of entire AI lifecycle including AI Agents and more. Here’s how we ensure your AI workloads remain private, verifiable, and flexible:

1. Isolation: Every AI agent runs in its own secure enclave, ensuring that no other agent can access its memory—including private keys or proprietary model weights. This is crucial if you’re dealing with sensitive data or proprietary algorithms.

2. Attestation Report: Each instance comes with its own TEE proof, verifiable via remote attestation. For example, you can view a real-world report like this one to confirm that your workload is genuinely running in a trusted environment.

3. Open Source & Reproducibility: Phala Cloud is built on the open-source Dstack SDK. This ensures transparency and reproducibility, minimizing risk from proprietary or “black box” solutions.

4. Upgradeability & Migration: We support seamless upgrades and hardware migrations, giving you the freedom to evolve without vendor lock-in. Even smart contracts can be upgraded—so why not your AI agents?

With these capabilities, Phala Cloud positions itself as an end-to-end solution for verifiable, secure AI deployments—allowing you to focus on innovation rather than infrastructure overhead.

Simple, Transparent Pricing

Our pay-as-you-go pricing model ensures you only pay for the resources you use—no hidden fees or long-term commitments. To get you started, we’re offering $400 in free credits with no upfront cost. Plus, you’ll always have access to one free CVM instance—on us.

👉 Get Started With $400 in Free Credits.

✅ Pay only for what you use – No upfront commitment required.

✅ Hourly billing – Optimize costs by scaling resources up or down dynamically.

✅ Transparent cost structure – No surprise fees or opaque pricing models.

Why Choose Phala Cloud?

If you’re coding with TEEs or contemplating complementing your tech stack with TEE security, you care about security, simplicity, and trust. Phala Cloud nails it:

1. Enterprise-Grade Security: Hardware-enforced isolation, remote attestation, and real-time verifiability.

2. Future-Proof & Open Architecture: Built on a decentralized framework with no vendor lock-in, ensuring you can migrate or scale as needed.

3. Disruptive Pricing: A clear, usage-based model with no hidden fees—and a free tier for to get you started risk-free.

4. AI-Ready: From private AI model hosting to secure GPU computing, we provide a complete suite of services for modern AI needs.

5. Scalable & Flexible: Upgrade or downgrade on demand. Move between CPU and GPU instances. Deploy across global nodes for optimal performance.

Get Started Today

We’re committed to making confidential computing accessible, efficient, and transparent for every developer. With the public release of Phala Cloud, you can now build, test, and deploy your applications—especially AI workloads—knowing your data and IP are fully protected.

Here’s the rundown against typical TEE providers:

Ready to dive in?

• Sign up for the free tier to explore Phala Cloud with up to $400 worth of usage credits + 1 free CVM instance on us!

• Start deploying your AI agents or other sensitive workloads.

• Verify your instance’s remote attestation to showcase proof of security and build trust with your users.

Join us in shaping the future of confidential computing. We look forward to seeing what you’ll create with Phala Cloud—where security, verifiability, and innovation converge.

For more details on getting started, visit our documentation or reach out to our support channels. For queries relating to pricing and more write to [email protected].

We’re here to help you succeed!