In Web3, @WalletConnect has become essential infrastructure — powering secure, seamless communication between wallets and dApps. But if it’s free, how does it sustain itself? Let’s clear it up 👇
❓ Q1: Is WalletConnect a company or a public good?
✅ Both.
The protocol (EIP-1328) is open-source, a true public good ensuring free, decentralized wallet–dApp interoperability for everyone.
❓ Q2: Who pays for the relay network & engineers if it’s free?
💡 A freemium model.
99% of developers/projects use the network for free.
Top enterprises (exchanges, major wallets) subscribe to Verified APIs with advanced infra, analytics & higher limits.
Result: core access stays free, while power users fund sustainability.
❓ Q3: What does this mean for the future?
🌍 Free, robust infrastructure for all developers.
💰 Top 1% cover $5M+ annual operating costs.
🔗 Continuous upgrades & innovation powered by $WCT incentives.
Why It Matters
WalletConnect isn’t just middleware — it’s the backbone of wallet-dApp interoperability. Its freemium + $WCT model aligns incentives so that decentralization, accessibility, and growth thrive together.
👉 In Web3, public goods can be sustainable — and WCT proves it.