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About Protofire

Protofire is a development studio and partner for Web3 protocols providing smart-contract engineering, product development, DeFi tooling and blockchain services.

Protofire is a premier Web3 development partner that builds customized infrastructure and solutions for blockchain networks, DeFi protocols, DAOs, and Web3 ventures. With a focus on growing Total Value Locked (TVL) and Monthly Active Users (MAUs), Protofire collaborates with top L1 and L2 ecosystems to deliver market-tested, scalable products that accelerate adoption and ecosystem maturity.


Operating since 2016, Protofire has completed over 200 projects across 60+ networks and 95+ protocols, helping partners design and deploy infrastructure that directly impacts real-world growth metrics. With solutions spanning oracle integration, staking, DeFi safety modules, and custom dashboards, Protofire is the engine behind many of the Web3 space's most successful launches.

Protofire was launched in 2016 as a blockchain spin-off of Altoros and has since evolved into one of the most experienced development teams in Web3. With over 85 engineers spread across 17 countries, the company focuses on helping blockchain projects move from concept to deployment, ensuring measurable outcomes such as increased TVL, user retention, and protocol adoption. Protofire serves clients ranging from base-layer networks (L1/L2) to advanced DeFi protocols, NFT platforms, and Web3 onboarding services.


Their service model includes three core pillars: ideation, implementation, and long-term support. This full-stack delivery cycle allows Protofire to provide tailor-made development strategies and deliverables using both in-house and third-party components. The team builds everything from secure smart contract infrastructure to fully branded decentralized apps, staking modules, and even community incentive programs.


Notable deployments include the ve8020 Launchpad built for Balancer, a staking module for Aethir's decentralized GPU network, and custom payroll applications for AragonDAO. The team has also contributed to CoW Protocol, Kadena, and various other leading projects by providing robust oracle integrations, custom block explorers, and dApp frontends.


What truly sets Protofire apart is its focus on business outcomes. Every engagement is aligned with core metrics like TVL growth, wallet activity, and liquidity acquisition. They offer flexible working models, including DAO-aligned incentives and direct product partnerships via their in-house Venture Studio. With more than 35 million transactions executed through their smart contracts and over 600,000 unique wallets interacting with their deployments, Protofire’s impact is widespread and proven.


Competitors such as Thirdweb, Alchemy, and Moralis offer developer tooling and APIs, but Protofire stands out by offering fully managed product solutions, tailored consulting, and technical execution under one roof.

Protofire delivers a range of high-impact features and solutions that support ecosystem growth, reduce time to market, and improve user acquisition for Web3 platforms:


  • TVL & MAU Growth Solutions: Market-validated strategies to increase Total Value Locked and Monthly Active Users for L1/L2 networks and DeFi protocols.
  • Staking Modules: Custom staking systems including veModels to drive liquidity retention and protocol engagement.
  • Oracle Integration: Deploy oracles across different networks without modifying smart contracts, enabling seamless data feeds.
  • Custom Block Explorers: Advanced Blockscout implementations with enhanced network and developer support tools.
  • Point-Based Incentive Systems: Gamified reward systems to attract and retain users through liquidity mining and participation.
  • Native Stablecoin Infrastructure: Build crypto-backed stablecoins with liquidity modules and ecosystem support.
  • DeFi Safety Modules: Insurance tools and protection systems that boost user confidence and attract long-term capital.
  • End-to-End dApp Development: From user interface to backend logic, complete Web3 product development across verticals.

Getting started with Protofire is designed to be quick, collaborative, and business-focused. Here's how to begin:


  • Visit the Website: Go to protofire.io to explore services, case studies, and available solutions.
  • Book a Consultation: Click the “Book a Call” button to schedule a free consultation tailored to your project's goals, whether it's growing TVL, launching a staking module, or integrating oracles.
  • Choose Your Segment: Whether you're part of an L1/L2 chain, a DeFi/NFT protocol, or a business onboarding into blockchain, Protofire will suggest relevant solutions for your needs.
  • Explore Case Studies: Review previous success stories like Balancer’s veLaunchpad, AragonDAO’s payroll dApp, or DIA Oracle integrations to see their real-world impact.
  • Engage with the Team: Join the Developer DAO, reach out via the contact form, or connect through community events and ecosystem summits.
  • Launch and Scale: Protofire’s team will work closely with your protocol or network to ideate, implement, and support your growth strategy from start to finish.

Protofire FAQ

  • Protofire specializes in building solutions that directly increase Total Value Locked (TVL) and Monthly Active Users (MAU) for L1 and L2 networks. This includes launching staking systems, liquidity incentives, point-based reward programs, and user onboarding modules that integrate seamlessly into the network’s ecosystem. With experience across 60+ networks, Protofire offers strategic consulting and full product development to achieve measurable growth outcomes.

  • Protofire offers advanced staking modules including veModel staking to incentivize long-term token holding, increase protocol stickiness, and boost liquidity. These modules are customizable to fit each protocol’s tokenomics and can include lockup mechanics, boost multipliers, and DAO voting integration. By implementing these models, Protofire helps DeFi protocols improve retention and align incentives between users and the protocol.

  • Yes. While Protofire offers a catalog of ready-to-implement services, the team frequently works on custom solutions tailored to unique project requirements. Whether it’s building a bespoke dApp, launching a stablecoin system, or developing a new oracle integration, Protofire provides full-cycle support—from ideation to post-deployment optimization—based on your business goals.

  • Unlike platforms such as Thirdweb or Moralis, which primarily offer dev tools and APIs, Protofire delivers fully managed product development. Their services include not just tooling but also consulting, infrastructure design, smart contract engineering, and long-term support. This makes Protofire a strategic partner, not just a platform.

  • The Protofire Developer DAO ensures that contributors are aligned with client success by using incentive-based models. This approach fosters a collaborative culture where developers are not just service providers, but stakeholders invested in the long-term performance of the projects they help build. By operating through the DAO, Protofire ensures delivery accountability, transparency, and continuous innovation across all engagements.

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