Ankr API
Blockchain · Development Tools
Ankr is a Web3 infrastructure platform offering both free public RPC endpoints and premium dedicated node services for over 50 blockchains. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in San Francisco, Ankr operates a globally distributed network of blockchain nodes across multiple cloud providers and bare-metal servers, with a philosophy of decentralized infrastructure that reduces dependence on single providers.
Ankr API Highlights
Ankr API is verified for developer integrations in Nigeria and across African markets, providing documented endpoints, sandbox testing, and developer support.
API Key (Premium) or open public endpoint (no key)
Public: shared rate limits. Premium: dedicated endpoints, higher limits.
Nigeria
Ghana
Kenya
AWSAnkr API is best for:
Web3 developers needing free public RPC access across 50+ blockchains or affordable premium dedicated endpoints for multi-chain development with decentralized node infrastructure.
- Free:30M requests/month on public RPC
- Premium from $99/month
- 50+ chains
Ankr API Core Features & Capabilities
Required Access Documents for Ankr API
- No Registration for Public RPCOptionalPublic Ankr RPC endpoints require no API key. For premium dedicated endpoints, register at ankr.com and subscribe to a plan. API key available from dashboard.
Different Ankr API use cases
- Zero-Cost RPC for Nigerian Blockchain Project:Use Ankr's free public RPC endpoints to connect a Nigerian blockchain project to Ethereum, Polygon, BNB, or 47+ other chains without any API key or account ideal for development, hackathons, and early-stage projects.
- Multi-chain DApp with Ankr Premium:Use Ankr Premium dedicated endpoints for a production Nigerian multi-chain DApp requiring consistent performance across 5+ blockchains managing all chain connections through a single Ankr account with predictable pricing.
- Low-cost BNB Smart Chain Integration:Use Ankr's BNB Smart Chain public RPC for a Nigerian DeFi application targeting BNB users no cost, no signup, immediate connectivity for building and testing BSC smart contract integrations.
- Solana Development for Nigerian Web3 Builder:Use Ankr's Solana RPC endpoint for Nigerian developers building Solana programs and DApps free public access for development and testing before upgrading to premium for production deployment.