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Chainpoint

Chainpoint API allows developers to create verifiable proof of existence for data by utilizing blockchain timestamping, ideal for various industry applications.

Developed by Chainpoint Foundation

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99.90%Uptime
250msLatency
320Stars
API KeyAuth
NoCredit Card
RESTStyle
v3Version
API Endpoints

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

Creates cryptographic proof for data

Full Endpoint URL
https://chainpoint.org/hashes
Implementation Example
curl -X POST 'https://chainpoint.org/hashes'
Request Payload
{
  "hash": "2c26b46b68ffc68ff99b453c1d30413413422d706483bfa0f98a5e886266e7ae"
}
Expected Response
{
  "proof_id": "1a0b9d8f-1234-5678-90ab-cdef01234567"
}
Version:v1
Real-World Applications
  • Timestamping legal documentsOptimized Capability
  • Verifying financial transaction recordsOptimized Capability
  • Securing IoT data logsOptimized Capability
  • Auditing compliance dataOptimized Capability
Advantages
  • ✓ Immutable proof anchored to blockchain
  • ✓ Open‑source SDKs available
  • ✓ High availability SLA
  • ✓ Simple REST interface
Limitations
  • ✗ Requires understanding of Merkle proofs
  • ✗ Limited free tier throughput
  • ✗ No native support for binary formats (pre‑hash required)
  • ✗ Latency depends on blockchain anchoring frequency

FAQs

API Specifications

v3
Pricing Model
tiered pay‑as‑you‑go after free tier
Credit Card
Not Required
Response Formats
JSON
Supported Languages
5 Languages
SDK Support
JavaScript SDK, Python SDK, Java SDK
Time to Hello World

5 minutes

Rate Limit

1000 requests per minute

Free Tier Usage

Up to 1,000 proofs per month free

Use Case: Best For

Developers needing decentralized, tamper‑evident timestamping

Not Recommended For

High‑throughput real‑time streaming without batching

Resources

Documentation Official Website Source Code Pricing Details Postman Collection
#verification#blockchain

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