Blockchain
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Blockchain
Blockscout
Multichain block explorer REST API (with Etherscan-compatible JSON-RPC).
Blockscout API is a free Blockchain API that requires apiKey authentication, is served over HTTPS and does not support CORS, so it should be called from a server.
- Authentication
- apiKey
- HTTPS
- Yes
- CORS
- No
- Category
- Blockchain
Visit documentation ↗dev.blockscout.com
About Blockscout DevPortal
Create and manage API keys for Blockscout and monitor usage statistics.
- Provider
- Blockscout DevPortal
- Website
- dev.blockscout.com ↗
Details from dev.blockscout.com.
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Blockscout API FAQ
Who provides the Blockscout API?
The Blockscout API is provided by Blockscout DevPortal (dev.blockscout.com). Create and manage API keys for Blockscout and monitor usage statistics.
Is the Blockscout API free?
Yes. The Blockscout API is listed in the Blockchain category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.
Does the Blockscout API require an API key?
Yes. The Blockscout API uses apiKey authentication, so you need to register for credentials before making requests.
Can I call the Blockscout API from the browser?
Not directly. The Blockscout API does not allow CORS, so call it from a server, serverless function or proxy instead of front-end JavaScript.
Does the Blockscout API support HTTPS?
Yes. The Blockscout API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.