The Detroit Internet Exchange (DET-iX) is a nonprofit 501(c)(6) Regional Internet Exchange Point (IXP) located in Southfield, Michigan. Founded in 2014, DET-iX has grown to become the largest fee-free exchange in the world and one of the busiest exchanges in the United States by traffic volume.

Our mission is to improve the region's internet connectivity by providing a collaborative environment where networks come together to exchange traffic directly, rather than purchasing transit through third-party providers. This keeps traffic local, reduces latency, and significantly lowers costs for our members.

Any organization with an ASN (Autonomous System Number) and IP addresses can connect to DET-iX free of charge. We serve Internet Service Providers, Content Delivery Networks, Academic Institutions, Local Governments, Automotive Manufacturing companies, and many other organizations.

Why DET-iX matters: By peering with local and regional networks, our members experience reduced latency and improved network performance. This brings networks closer to their customers and customers closer to content.

Since our founding, we've experienced tremendous growth in member traffic volume. In late 2024, we achieved peaks of 2.5 Tbps, equivalent to streaming over 830,000 movies simultaneously. When traffic is exchanged locally through DET-iX, members save thousands of dollars per month in transit costs.

DET-iX operates as a standalone, non-profit entity managed by a volunteer board of directors, ensuring our commitment to serving Michigan and the broader region's digital infrastructure needs remains our top priority.