Overview of BASE

Base is an Ethereum Layer 2 (L2) network, offering a secure, low-cost, developer-friendly way to build dApps onchain. Built by Coinbase, the project is set to offer seamless Coinbase product integrations, with access to the 108m users and $100B+ assets in the Coinbase ecosystem. Through our API suite, we open Base up to a large, engaged community of builders and users. Start building on the Base mainnet with Blockdaemon today.

Why Choose Blockdaemon to Build on Base?

Efficiency, Scalability, and Blockchain Reliability. The advantage of Blockdaemon's API is that it’s easier for those who aren’t familiar with Base’s node infrastructure to get started building.

The Blockdaemon API suite offers advantages to Base builders and institutions in 3 main ways:

Operational Efficiency: Immediate access to high-quality blockchain data without the need to operate or self-host Base infrastructure.
Scalability: The data API suite includes REST, RPC Access, NFT API and other specialized API’s with up to 10 API keys provisioned on API Gateway.
Reliability: On-demand access to 22 protocols, dedicated sales, 99% uptime, technical support and 24/7 on-call incidence support.

How to Connect to Base with Blockdaemon's API.

Quick and easy. Here’s how to get started with the Blockdaemon API suite:

1

Create a Free API Key

Get up and running in seconds with a free trial period.

2

Call Endpoints

Call Base endpoints with your API client (such as Postman). View our Docs for more info.

3

Access Base Data

View the returned on-chain data through a single API.

See this in action with a step-by-step guide for how to access your Base wallet balance using the Blockdaemon API. VIDEO