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LoRaWAN Network Servers

This page has not been fully updated to represent the latest state of the Helium Network following the migration to Solana on April 18, 2023.

A LoRaWAN Network Server ("LNS") is a vital component of a LoRaWAN network resposible for device management, message routing, and integration with application servers. LoRaWAN Network Servers play a crucial role in ensuring the scalability, reliability, and interoperability of LoRaWAN networks.

Simplified block diagram of Data Transfer Accounting.

The OpenLNS Initiative​

The OpenLNS initiative allows users to deploy devices and access the Helium Network with any LNS which complies with the LoRaWAN specification.

OpenLNS delivers:

  1. Increased accessibility
  2. Accelerated device joins and a focus on increased speed
  3. Increased reliability
  4. Enabling massive scalability

Connect and Manage Devices on Helium​

There are a couple of options to get started onboarding devices and connecting through a Helium LNS.

Work with a Service Provider

Professional LNS hosting companies can provide support and immediate access to a ready-to-go connectivity platform.

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Self Host an LNS

Comfortable setting up, configuring, and managing your servers? Hosting your own LNS could be a good option.

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