Helium Blockchain API

API

API for accessing Helium's decentralized wireless network blockchain data

Overview

The Helium Blockchain API provides RESTful endpoints to retrieve data from Helium’s global decentralized wireless network and blockchain. It returns JSON-formatted responses for queries about hotspots (status, location, rewards), transactions (HNT token transfers, mining rewards), network statistics (coverage maps, data usage), and IoT device activity. Use cases include building apps to monitor hotspot performance, analyze network coverage, track token economics, or integrate Helium network data into third-party IoT and blockchain platforms. Developers can access these endpoints without running a full node, streamlining integration with the Helium ecosystem.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://docs.helium.com/api/blockchain/introduction/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful Architecture
JSON Response Format
Hotspot & Transaction Data Access
Network Coverage Stats
No Full Node Requirement

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is the Helium Blockchain API free to use?

Yes, it offers a free tier with rate limits; paid plans may be available for higher usage needs or enterprise access.

? Does it require an API key?

Basic public queries may not need an API key, but authenticated access with an API key is recommended to bypass strict rate limits for frequent requests.

? What is the response format?

The Helium Blockchain API returns data in JSON format for all endpoints, ensuring easy parsing and integration into applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Blockchain

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Comprehensive Decentralized Network Data
⊕ Well-Documented Endpoints
⊕ RESTful Design for Easy Integration
⊕ Covers Hotspot, Transaction, and Coverage Metrics

Cons

⊖ Rate Limits on Free Tier
⊖ Evolving API (Subject to Changes)
⊖ Requires Understanding of Helium Ecosystem