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Free Unichain RPC (UNI)

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Explore Unichain, a high-performance Layer 2 built by Uniswap Labs for DeFi and cross-chain liquidity. Build fast, low-cost dApps using its Optimism-based infrastructure.

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RPC Gateway

Connect to Unichain RPC

Access reliable, enterprise-grade RPC endpoints that power your dApp with ultra-low latency and 99.9% uptime.

Connect to Unichain Gateway

Make your first RPC call on Unichain's Blockchain Gateway.

Mainnet

Mainnet
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JSON-RPC
https://unichain-mainnet.gateway.tatum.io

Sepolia

Testnet
Explorer
JSON-RPC
https://unichain-sepolia.gateway.tatum.io

* Rate limit enabled - perfect for testing and development. For production, we recommend to Upgrade.

Ready for production?

Get 200 requests/second, priority support and advanced blockchain features.

Global Load Balancer

Route to nearest node

Batch RPC Calls

Multiple requests at once

Archive Nodes

Historical blockchain data

Debug & Trace

Advanced debugging

Advanced Analytics

Usage & performance

Bring Your Own RPC

Custom RPC gateways

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Increase your limit and access all Unichain features in Tatum Development Platform.

MEV Protection on Unichain

Protect your transactions from MEV attacks on Unichain.

Smart Contract Tools on Unichain

Deploy, create, and interact with smart contracts on Unichain.

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No signup. No paywalls. Just RPC that works. Great ideas come from everywhere.

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Blockchain Data

Indexed Unichain Data Insights

Complete on-chain data access for Unichain. Query wallets, tokens, NFTs, and transaction history with lightning-fast APIs - no need to run your own nodes.

Blockchain Notifications

Real-time Unichain Alerts

Real-time webhooks for Unichain events. Stop polling the blockchain - get instant alerts for transactions, smart contract events, and wallet activities.

About Unichain

Unichain is a Layer 2 blockchain developed by Uniswap Labs using the OP Stack, designed to unify fragmented DeFi ecosystems. It offers fast finality, low fees, and full EVM compatibility, making it ideal for scalable, cross-chain decentralized applications.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Unichain RPC endpoints

What is Unichain RPC?

Unichain RPC (Remote Procedure Call) is an interface that allows developers to interact with the Unichain blockchain. It enables you to read data, send transactions, and deploy smart contracts programmatically using standard JSON-RPC methods.

How do I connect to Unichain using these RPC endpoints?

Simply copy the RPC endpoint URL from above and configure it in your Web3 library (ethers.js, web3.js), wallet (MetaMask, Trust Wallet), or development tool (Hardhat, Truffle). The endpoint works immediately with no registration required for the free tier.

What are the rate limits for free Unichain RPC?

Free tier RPC endpoints are limited to 5 requests per minute. This is perfect for testing and development. For production applications, we recommend upgrading to Tatum Premium which offers 200 requests per second with no daily limits.

When should I upgrade to Premium?

Consider upgrading to Premium when you're moving to production, need higher rate limits (200 req/sec), require 99.9% uptime SLA, want access to archive nodes for historical data, or need advanced features like batch RPC calls, debug/trace methods, and priority support.

Is Unichain RPC free forever?

Yes! Our free tier Unichain RPC endpoints are free forever with 5 requests per minute. This tier is perfect for learning, testing, and small projects. There are no hidden fees or time limits on the free tier.

What's the difference between mainnet and testnet?

Mainnet is the live Unichain blockchain where real transactions occur with real assets. Testnet is a separate network used for testing and development with free test tokens. Always test your dApp on testnet before deploying to mainnet.

Can I use these endpoints in production?

Free tier endpoints can be used in production for low-traffic applications (under 5 req/min). For production apps with higher traffic, we strongly recommend Tatum Premium for guaranteed uptime, faster rate limits, and enterprise SLA.