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Bitquery API

Bitquery API is a robust GraphQL-based service offering comprehensive access to historical and real-time data from over 40 blockchains, tailored for developers and researchers.

Developed by Bitquery Inc.

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API KeyAuth
NoCredit Card
GraphQLStyle
v2Version
API Endpoints

Reference for available routes, request structures, and live examples.

Query blockchain data using GraphQL

Full Endpoint URL
https://graphql.bitquery.io/graphql
Implementation Example
curl -X POST 'https://graphql.bitquery.io/graphql' \
  -H 'Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY'
Request Payload
{
  "query": "query { ethereum(network: ethereum) { transactions(txHash: {is: \"0x...\"}) { block { timestamp } } }"
}
Expected Response
{
  "data": {
    "ethereum": {
      "transactions": [
        {
          "block": {
            "timestamp": "2023-07-18T10:30:00Z"
          }
        }
      ]
    }
  }
}
Version:v1
Limit:15 requests/minute
Real-World Applications
  • Real‑time trading botsOptimized Capability
  • Blockchain analytics dashboardsOptimized Capability
  • Wallet balance and transaction fetcherOptimized Capability
  • Crypto forensics and complianceOptimized Capability
  • NFT ownership trackingOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ Unified multi‑chain schema reduces integration complexity
  • ✓ Real‑time data via subscriptions and low‑latency streams
  • ✓ Integrated IDE with visualization and code snippet export
  • ✓ Flexible points‑based billing aligns cost to resource usage
Limitations
  • ✗ Points‑based billing may require learning curve for cost estimation
  • ✗ Rate limit on free tier is low (10 req/minute)
  • ✗ GraphQL may be unfamiliar to REST‑focused developers
  • ✗ Full enterprise features require contacting sales

FAQs

API Specifications

v2
Pricing Model
points‑based metered billing, pay‑as‑you‑go, plus enterprise custom plans
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
6 Languages
SDK Support
Python SDK (Community), JavaScript examples, Go examples
Time to Hello World

Minutes—sign up, get API key, and run queries in IDE

Rate Limit

10 requests/minute (free tier), higher tiers unthrottled

Free Tier Usage

Free plan: 1,000 points trial, 10 rows per request, 10 requests/minute, valid for 1 month; no credit card required

Use Case: Best For

Developers needing unified, real‑time, multi‑chain blockchain data via GraphQL

Not Recommended For

Users needing simple REST APIs, or those requiring heavy data extraction without optimizing query costs

Resources

Documentation Official Website Source Code Pricing Details
#blockchain#cryptocurrency

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