Citrea

Citrea API FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the Citrea API

What is Citrea?

Citrea is a Bitcoin L2 zk-rollup with a Type-2 zkEVM that keeps data availability and settlement on Bitcoin—via its BitVM-based “Clementine” two-way peg—bringing full EVM compatibility to BTC.

How do I get started with Citrea?

Check out our Citrea API Quickstart guide to get started building on Citrea.

What is the Citrea API?

The Citrea API allows developers to interface with the Citrea testnet (mainnet coming soon). With this API, developers can execute transactions, query on-chain data, and interact with the Citrea network, relying on a JSON-RPC standard.

Is Citrea EVM compatible?

Yes, Citrea is EVM compatible.

What API does Citrea use?

Citrea uses the JSON-RPC API standard. This API is crucial for any blockchain interaction on the Citrea network, allowing users to read block/transaction data, query chain information, execute smart contracts, and store data on-chain.

What methods are supported on Citrea?

Citrea supports standard Ethereum JSON-RPC methods. Some chain-specific methods may vary. Please check the Citrea API endpoints documentation for a complete list.

What is a Citrea API key?

When accessing the Citrea network via a node provider like Alchemy, Citrea developers use an API key to send transactions and retrieve data from the network. For the best development experience, we recommend that you sign up for a free API key!

Which libraries support Citrea?

Common Ethereum libraries like ethers.js should be compatible with Citrea, given its EVM nature.

My question isn’t here, where can I get help?

If you have any questions or feedback, please contact us at [email protected] or open a ticket in the dashboard.