Covalent
One unified API. One billion possibilities.
Overview
Covalent provides a unified API that brings visibility to billions of Web3 data points. It allows developers to access fully indexed, granular data from over 100 blockchains with a single API call. This simplifies the process of building multi-chain applications, wallets, and analytics tools without needing to write complex code for each chain.
✨ Key Features
- Unified API for 100+ chains
- Granular historical data
- Real-time data
- No-code solution (no subgraphs or SQL needed)
- Class A endpoints (balances, transactions, NFTs)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Breadth of blockchain support (100+ chains)
- Ease of use (single, unified REST API)
- Returns fully indexed, granular data without requiring queries
Unique Value: Provides the richest and most robust data infrastructure for the entire blockchain ecosystem through a single, easy-to-use API.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Providing API access to rich blockchain data across numerous chains.
- Enabling developers to build multi-chain applications without complex backend work.
- Fetching token balances, NFT metadata, and transaction history with a single API call.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Deep on-chain investigations for law enforcement
- High-level market sentiment analysis
🏆 Alternatives
Offers broader multi-chain support out-of-the-box and is simpler to use than query-based protocols like The Graph, as it requires no specialized language knowledge.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Generous free tier for developers.
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