Kava
Dual-chain architecture for seamless cross-chain dApps
Access Kava through our unified RPC API with 57 supported methods. Benefit from intelligent routing across multiple providers, real-time node health monitoring, and optimized performance with economy and performance routing strategies. Get started with instant API access and transparent pricing.
This endpoint routes read requests to community-run public RPC nodes across multiple regions. Send transaction requests are routed to premium infrastructure for guaranteed delivery. Ideal for testing and development — no API key required.
Nodes in Sync (Lag Checks)
Daily in-sync status by provider over 30 days for this chain.
Node Correctness (Replay Checks)
Daily replay correctness by provider over 30 days for this chain.
Supported Methods(57)
Method | Usage | Providers | Price | Latency (p50) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
eth_chainId | Low | 5 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | 9ms - |
eth_blockNumber | Low | 5 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | 34ms - |
eth_getLogs | Low | 5 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | 104ms - |
eth_getBlockByNumber | Low | 5 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | 31ms - |
eth_call | Low | 5 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | 48ms - |
debug_getBadBlocks | Low | 3 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | - - |
debug_getTrieFlushInterval | Low | 3 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | - - |
debug_storageRangeAt | Low | 3 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | - - |
debug_traceBlock | Low | 3 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | - - |
debug_traceBlockByHash | Low | 4 | $3.00/M $6.00/M | - - |
About Kava
Kava is a decentralized Layer-1 blockchain network that integrates the Cosmos SDK with Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) compatibility. This dual-chain architecture enables developers to deploy smart contracts and decentralized applications (dApps) that interact across multiple chains. The network utilizes the Tendermint Core consensus mechanism, providing high throughput and fast finality for cross-chain transactions.
The Kava network comprises two co-chains. The Cosmos Co-Chain, built using the Cosmos SDK, connects Kava to the broader Cosmos ecosystem via the Inter-Blockchain Communication (IBC) protocol, facilitating interoperability with over 35 chains. The Ethereum Co-Chain is an EVM-compatible execution environment that allows Solidity developers to deploy smart contracts, leveraging Kava's scalability and security.
Kava's native token, KAVA, serves multiple purposes within the ecosystem, including staking, governance, and transaction fees. Validators secure the network by staking KAVA, earning rewards from block emissions and transaction fees. Holders of KAVA participate in governance by voting on proposals that affect the network's development and resource allocation.
The network supports a range of decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols, facilitating lending, borrowing, and asset management across supported blockchains. Additionally, Kava has integrated AI capabilities, offering tools like cross-chain yield optimization and on-chain AI inference, enabling users to execute strategies via natural language commands.