Architecture

Learn about Databento's architecture and its implications on timestamping, data quality, and performance optimization.

Databento architecture

Databento's self-hosted infrastructure design and how our data is captured.

Details on our nanosecond-resolution timestamps and PTP time synchronization.

Locations and network connectivity

Compare our Internet, dedicated, and peering connectivity options by use case.

Dedicated connectivity

Private connectivity and colocation options for higher throughput or lower latency.

Databento NTP service

Synchronize your clock against our free NTP service.

Performance optimization

Frequently-asked questions on locations, setup, performance, hardware, and more.