What is FluxEdge?
Overview of the decentralized GPU compute marketplace — value proposition, network scale, and getting started.
What is FluxEdge?
FluxEdge is a decentralized GPU compute marketplace built by InFlux Technologies (Flux). It connects users who need computational power for AI, machine learning, rendering, and other intensive workloads with providers who have underutilized GPU hardware. Think of it as a decentralized alternative to AWS, GCP, or Azure GPU instances — but powered by a global network of independent providers rather than centralized data centers.
FluxEdge was awarded "Best Decentralized Cloud Infrastructure for AI & Web3" by World Future Awards in 2025, and is part of the NVIDIA Partner Network (NPN) as a Solution Advisor.
Core Value Proposition
- •Up to 90% cheaper than traditional cloud GPU providers (AWS, GCP, Azure)
- •Zero egress fees — unlimited data transfer included in all pricing, no surprise bandwidth bills
- •No vendor lock-in — standard Docker containers, no proprietary services or APIs to depend on
- •Data sovereignty — full control over where and how your data is stored and processed
- •Dual payment — pay with fiat (Stripe, PayPal) or crypto ($FLUX with deposit bonus)
- •Sustainability — repurposes idle GPU resources via "Proof of Useful Work" (PoUW)
How It Fits in the Flux Ecosystem
FluxEdge is one of three core compute services in the Flux ecosystem. FluxCloud provides decentralized app hosting on shared infrastructure (lightweight containers). FluxEdge provides dedicated machine rentals with GPU support for intensive workloads. FluxCore is the desktop application that providers use to connect their hardware to the FluxEdge marketplace. Together, they form a complete decentralized cloud computing stack.
Network Scale
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Benchmarks Completed | 24,000+ |
| Active Providers | 4,350+ |
| Total GPUs Available | 7,000+ |
| GPU Types | RTX 4090, A100, H100, H200, Blackwell, AMD |
| Payment Methods | Stripe, PayPal, $FLUX (with bonus) |
Getting Started as a Renter
- 1
Create an account
Sign up at console.fluxedge.ai. Set up 2FA and an anti-phishing code for security.
- 2
Deposit funds
Add balance via Stripe (credit/debit card), PayPal, or $FLUX cryptocurrency. FLUX deposits earn a bonus percentage.
- 3
Browse machines
Filter by GPU model, VRAM, CPU cores, region, price, and reliability score.
- 4
Rent and deploy
Select a machine, deploy your workload via Quick Launch templates or custom Docker/YAML configuration.
Getting Started as a Provider
- 1
Install FluxCore
Download and install the FluxCore desktop app on your GPU machine (Windows, Linux, or macOS).
- 2
Run benchmarks
FluxCore benchmarks your hardware (AI Training, AI Inference, Rendering) to determine pricing and marketplace listing.
- 3
Join the marketplace
Subscribe to service categories (AI, Rendering, Cloud Gaming) and join an available Kubernetes cluster in your region.
- 4
Earn rewards
Get paid when users rent your machine. Withdraw as $FLUX or transfer to your own FluxEdge balance.
FluxEdge supports both community-provided Dedicated machines and enterprise-grade Premium machines (powered by Hyperstack/NVIDIA). Premium machines require KYC1 verification (unlocked by making any fiat deposit).
Sources & Further Reading
Other articles in FluxEdge GPU Computing
Renting GPU Compute
How to rent Dedicated and Premium GPU machines — filtering, provisioning, and machine management.
Deploying Workloads
Quick Launch templates and custom Docker/YAML deployments — ports, domains, GPU selection, and persistent storage.
Becoming a Provider with FluxCore
Install FluxCore, benchmark your GPU, join the marketplace, and earn from rentals with auto-switch mining fallback.
Pricing, Billing & Payments
Dynamic pricing formula, payment methods (fiat + crypto), deposit bonus, provider earnings, and KYC levels.
GPUs, Frameworks & Use Cases
Supported GPU models (RTX 4090 to H100), AI/ML frameworks, and real-world use cases from training to rendering.
Architecture, Security & Networking
Kubernetes orchestration, ArcaneOS chain-of-trust, container isolation, networking, and data encryption.
FluxEdge vs Traditional Cloud
Detailed comparison with AWS, GCP, Azure — egress fees, pricing, vendor lock-in, and migration strategy.