Auth & Identity

Shield SDK

Enterprise-grade SDK for securing Large Language Model applications

Status
Generally available
Last checked
Checked · Oct 12, 2026
License
Open source
Pricing
Free tier · from $0
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What it is

The @llm-dev-ops/shield-sdk is an enterprise-grade SDK designed to secure large language model (LLM) applications. It provides robust security features and integrates seamlessly into existing development workflows, ensuring that LLM-based applications are protected against various threats.

The @llm-dev-ops/shield-sdk stands out as an open-source, enterprise-grade SDK specifically tailored to secure large language model applications, offering robust security features and seamless integration into development workflows.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

A good fit for

  • Teams building secure LLM applications who need a comprehensive SDK with enterprise-grade features

  • Projects requiring integration of security measures into the development lifecycle of AI projects

  • Organizations that handle sensitive data and require robust protection for their LLM-based applications

Look elsewhere if

  • Developers looking for real-time streaming capabilities (the tool focuses on batch processing)

  • Teams with limited budgets who are seeking free solutions without any commercial support options

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

  1. 01

    Limited language support beyond Python and TypeScript

    Official SDK only supports Python, with community-maintained TypeScript support; no official support for other languages like Java or C#

  2. 02

    Performance overhead due to comprehensive security features

    Security checks and encryption processes can slow down application response times in high-throughput scenarios

What it does well

  • Robust security features for LLM applications

  • Seamless integration into existing development workflows

  • Comprehensive documentation and community support

Pricing

Free tier
YesOpen source — free to use
Paid from
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise plan
No

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Set up Shield SDK

Setup steps, common gotchas and what to check after 30 days.

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