Solana JSON RPC

API

Interact with the Solana Blockchain via JSON RPC endpoints

Overview

The Solana JSON RPC API offers a comprehensive set of JSON-RPC 2.0 endpoints to interact with the Solana blockchain. It supports fetching account balances, transaction details, block data, network stats, and submitting signed transactions. Responses are in JSON format. Use cases include building decentralized applications (dApps), crypto wallets, blockchain explorers, trading bots, and analytics tools requiring real-time or historical Solana network data and transaction capabilities.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://docs.solana.com/developing/clients/jsonrpc-api')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

JSON-RPC 2.0 compliant
Supports transaction submission
Real-time blockchain data access
Multiple network endpoints (mainnet, testnet, devnet)
No auth required for public nodes

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is Solana JSON RPC free to use?

Yes, public Solana JSON RPC endpoints (mainnet-beta, testnet, devnet) are free but subject to rate limits. Paid plans from third-party providers like Alchemy or QuickNode offer higher limits and enhanced features.

? Does it require an API Key?

Public endpoints do not require an API key, but rate-limited. Paid third-party RPC providers typically require an API key for access to their premium services.

? What is the response format?

All responses follow the JSON-RPC 2.0 specification, with a JSON structure including a result (success), error (failure), and id field matching the request.

Top Alternatives

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Tool Info

Pricing Freemium

Category Cryptocurrency

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Easy integration with most programming languages
⊕ Comprehensive endpoint coverage for Solana interactions
⊕ Public testnet/devnet endpoints for development
⊕ Well-documented with code examples

Cons

⊖ Public endpoints have strict rate limits
⊖ No official SLA for free usage
⊖ Requires knowledge of Solana's blockchain structure
⊖ Advanced features need paid third-party providers