Explore Algorand blockchain, offering fast transactions via RPC gateway. Access detailed documentation for building scalable dApps and DeFi applications.
The Algorand RPC documentation provides a comprehensive guide for developers to interact with the Algorand network programmatically. It includes APIs for interacting with the core components such as `algod`, responsible for node operations, and the `indexer`, which allows efficient blockchain data searches. Developers can use these endpoints to query blockchain data, submit transactions, and retrieve network statistics. Algorand’s architecture, known for scalability and security, enables the development of efficient decentralized applications across DeFi, payments, and enterprise use cases.
– Related: 📚 Supported Blockchains • 🌐 RPC Nodes → Algorand • 🔗 Official Algorand Website
RPC Gateway for Algorand blockchain
Algorand RPC networks
Connect to Algorand and Fetch the Latest Block
This widget lets you instantly query the latest block height (or equivalent) for Algorand using a chain-specific RPC method like eth_blockNumber, getblockcount, or getBlockHeight. Useful for connectivity checks, uptime monitoring, or API testing.
Retrieve Algorand Node Status or Client Version via RPC
Use this pre-configured request to get version or status information for your connected Algorand node. Whether it's web3_clientVersion, getblockchaininfo, or chain-specific endpoints, the method is optimized for each supported blockchain.
Test Algorand RPC Methods in Postman
Explore and test Algorand blockchain methods instantly using our pre-configured Postman collection. Perfect for developers who want to experiment with Algorand RPC endpoints, validate API responses, or integrate Algorand into their applications.
How to use the Algorand Postman Collection
- Get your API key: Visit Tatum Dashboard to obtain your free API key
- Import the collection: Click the "Run in Postman" button below to import the Algorand collection
- Configure your environment: Update the
gateway-api-keyvariable in the Tatum Gateway environment - Start testing: Execute any Algorand RPC method and see real-time responses
Available Algorand interfaces and methods
Each Algorand network and interface below exposes its own set of RPC methods, listed live from Tatum's RPC Gateway. Query these endpoints for any interface to explore what it supports:
/_methods– machine-readable list of interfaces and methods/llms.txt– human- and AI-readable documentation context
Algorand Mainnet
Algod REST API · REST
Base URL: https://algorand-mainnet-algod.gateway.tatum.io
Discovery: /_methods · /llms.txt
GET /genesisGET /healthGET /readyGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}GET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/applications/{application-id}GET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/assets/{asset-id}GET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/transactions/pendingGET /v2/applications/{application-id}GET /v2/applications/{application-id}/{box-id}GET /v2/applications/{application-id}/boxesGET /v2/assets/{asset-id}GET /v2/blocks/{round}GET /v2/blocks/{round}/hashGET /v2/blocks/{round}/lightheader/proofGET /v2/blocks/{round}/transactions/{transaction-id}/proofGET /v2/blocks/{round}/txidsGET /v2/deltas/{round}GET /v2/ledger/supplyGET /v2/statusGET /v2/status/wait-for-block-after/{round}GET /v2/transactions/paramsGET /v2/transactions/pendingGET /v2/transactions/pending/{transaction-id}POST /v2/transactionsPOST /v2/transactions/asyncPOST /v2/transactions/simulate
Indexer REST API · REST
Base URL: https://algorand-mainnet-indexer.gateway.tatum.io
Discovery: /_methods · /llms.txt
GET /healthGET /v2/accountsGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}GET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/apps-local-stateGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/assetsGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/created-applicationsGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/created-assetsGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/transactionsGET /v2/applicationsGET /v2/applications/{application-id}GET /v2/applications/{application-id}/boxGET /v2/applications/{application-id}/boxesGET /v2/applications/{application-id}/logsGET /v2/assetsGET /v2/assets/{asset-id}GET /v2/assets/{asset-id}/balancesGET /v2/assets/{asset-id}/transactionsGET /v2/block-headersGET /v2/blocks/{round}GET /v2/transactionsGET /v2/transactions/{transaction-id}
Algorand Testnet
Algod REST API · REST
Base URL: https://algorand-testnet-algod.gateway.tatum.io
Discovery: /_methods · /llms.txt
GET /genesisGET /healthGET /readyGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}GET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/applications/{application-id}GET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/assets/{asset-id}GET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/transactions/pendingGET /v2/applications/{application-id}GET /v2/applications/{application-id}/{box-id}GET /v2/applications/{application-id}/boxesGET /v2/assets/{asset-id}GET /v2/blocks/{round}GET /v2/blocks/{round}/hashGET /v2/blocks/{round}/lightheader/proofGET /v2/blocks/{round}/transactions/{transaction-id}/proofGET /v2/blocks/{round}/txidsGET /v2/deltas/{round}GET /v2/ledger/supplyGET /v2/statusGET /v2/status/wait-for-block-after/{round}GET /v2/transactions/paramsGET /v2/transactions/pendingGET /v2/transactions/pending/{transaction-id}POST /v2/transactionsPOST /v2/transactions/asyncPOST /v2/transactions/simulate
Indexer REST API · REST
Base URL: https://algorand-testnet-indexer.gateway.tatum.io
Discovery: /_methods · /llms.txt
GET /healthGET /v2/accountsGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}GET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/apps-local-stateGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/assetsGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/created-applicationsGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/created-assetsGET /v2/accounts/{account-id}/transactionsGET /v2/applicationsGET /v2/applications/{application-id}GET /v2/applications/{application-id}/boxGET /v2/applications/{application-id}/boxesGET /v2/applications/{application-id}/logsGET /v2/assetsGET /v2/assets/{asset-id}GET /v2/assets/{asset-id}/balancesGET /v2/assets/{asset-id}/transactionsGET /v2/block-headersGET /v2/blocks/{round}GET /v2/transactionsGET /v2/transactions/{transaction-id}
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