This section covers how to host and manage LangSmith infrastructure for observability, evaluation, and prompt engineering.Documentation Index
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Choose how to set up LangSmith
You can deploy LangSmith in one of two modes:- Cloud: fully managed by LangChain
- Self-hosted: you manage the full stack within your infrastructure
The self-hosted deployment option is available on the Enterprise plan. Get a demo to learn more.
Cloud
Fully managed observability, evaluation, and prompt engineering.
Self-hosted
(Enterprise) Full control with observability, evaluation, and prompt engineering in your infrastructure.
Comparison
Refer to the following table for a comparison:| Feature | Cloud | Self-Hosted |
|---|---|---|
| Infrastructure location | LangChain’s cloud | Your infrastructure |
| Who manages updates | LangChain | You |
| Can deploy agents? | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes (with LangSmith Deployment enabled) |
| Observability data location | LangChain cloud | Your infrastructure |
| Pricing | Plus tier | Enterprise |
| Best for | Quick setup, managed infrastructure | Full control, data isolation |
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