Linode (Akamai) · Security

NodeBalancers

NodeBalancers handles regional Layer 4 and Layer 7 HTTP traffic distribution across your Linode compute instances. It acts as a dedicated load balancer, ensuring requests are routed efficiently to backend servers while managing connections at both the transport and application layers. This setup is essential for maintaining availability and performance in distributed architectures hosted on Akamai’s infrastructure.

This service suits teams already operating within the Linode ecosystem who need native load balancing without third-party integrations. The main friction point is the absence of a free tier, meaning every deployment incurs immediate pay-as-you-go costs. You cannot test or prototype with zero budget, so small projects or hobbyist setups may find the mandatory billing structure less appealing than alternatives offering trial periods.

• Free tier No
• Pricing Pay as you go
• Regions 11 · 5 continents
• SLA uptime 99.99%
• Compliance 5 certifications
• Provider health B