XMTP

XMTP API FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the XMTP API

What is XMTP?

XMTP Chain is a Layer-3 appchain built with Arbitrum Orbit that settles to Base, providing a decentralized ledger to consistently order XMTP’s messaging metadata.

How do I get started with XMTP?

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

What is the XMTP API?

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

Is XMTP EVM compatible?

Yes, XMTP is EVM compatible.

What API does XMTP use?

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

What methods are supported on XMTP?

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

What is a XMTP API key?

When accessing the XMTP network via a node provider like Alchemy, XMTP 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 XMTP?

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

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

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