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DeFiLlama
DeFiLlama is a DeFi data dashboard for tracking TVL, chains, protocols, fees, revenue, volume, yields, and stablecoin data.
DeFiLlama is a data dashboard for decentralized finance. It helps users compare protocols, chains, TVL, fees, revenue, stablecoins, yields, and other DeFi metrics.
What It Helps With
Instead of relying on social media claims, you can start with data. A protocol page can show category, supported chains, historical TVL, and related metrics. This makes it easier to understand what a project is before reading its marketing.
Who It Is For
DeFiLlama is useful for beginners, researchers, analysts, and content creators. Beginners should focus on simple questions first: What category is this protocol in? Which chains does it use? Has TVL changed suddenly?
Data Caveats
TVL is not a safety score. High TVL does not remove smart contract risk, market risk, oracle risk, or liquidity risk. Treat the dashboard as a research starting point, not a final decision maker.
Official Links
- DeFiLlama: https://defillama.com/
- Documentation: https://docs.llama.fi/
- API docs: https://api-docs.defillama.com/