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Bscscan vs The Graph

If you need a Blockchain API that's easy to integrate, go with The Graph.

Bscscan

Binance Smart Chain explorer API

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The Graph

Indexing protocol for querying networks like Ethereum with GraphQL

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Bscscan

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
  • CORS enabled for frontend use
  • Currently flagged as inactive

The Graph

  • Simple API key authentication
  • HTTPS supported
FeatureBscscanThe Graph
AuthenticationapiKeyapiKey
HTTPSYesYes
CORSYesUnknown

When to use which?

Bscscan works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.

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